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A Smart Insulin Switch For Regulation Of Diabetes

Insulin is an indispensable hormone needed to regulate sugar levels in the body. Type 1 diabetes occurs when the immune system attacks and destroys insulin-producing cells in the pancreas. And in type 2 diabetes, the pancreas produces limited amount of insulin, or

October 26, 2024

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Genetic Causes And Consequences Of Early Menopause

Infertility, or the inability to conceive, is a fundamental problem that plagues millions of people of both sexes. However, current scientific advancements have led to the development of innovative technologies aimed at addressing the issue. Reproductive effectiveness in women declines about 10

September 23, 2024

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Africa CDC Set To Declare Mpox Public Health Emergency

The Africa Centre for Disease Control and prevention (CDC), has announced plans to declare Mpox (formerly Monkey Pox), a public health emergency of concern in the continent. Director-General of the Africa-CDC, Dr. Jean Kaseya, made this known during a virtual media briefing on Thursday,

August 8, 2024

From Disgusting To Unsung Heroes: How Maggots Are Revolutionizing Wound Treatment

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From Disgusting To Unsung Heroes: How Maggots Are Revolutionising Wound Treatment

When most people think of maggots, they envision something wriggling, slimy, very disgusting and repulsive. Anything that a maggot is found on, is usually washed or thrown away in a typical Nigerian home. However, these tiny larvae are making a significant impact

August 8, 2024

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Expert Decries Poor Regulation Of Sugar In Beverage Products In Nigeria

Co-chair, National Action on Sugar Reduction, Comrade Bernard Enyia, has said there is poor regulation of the quantity of sugar added to beverage products in Nigeria, putting the health of consumers at risk. Enyia, who spoke as a guest on Prime Business

August 5, 2024

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Sugar Tax Removal: Economic Gains Versus Health Implications

The recent suspension of Sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) tax by the Nigerian government has generated mixed reactions. While some hail the decision, arguing that it is a relief on manufacturers and the economy, others said it has grave implications on people’s health. The

August 3, 2024

Diabetes Patients Groan As Monthly Spend On Medication Rises To N150,000

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Diabetes Patients Groan As Monthly Medication Rises To N150,000

Many Nigerians have lamented the high cost of accessing healthcare. The situation is worse for people living with non-communicable diseases like diabetes, hypertension cardiovascular disease and cancer. The soaring inflation in Nigeria has aggravated the economic hardship faced by the people. This

July 31, 2024

Cancer: Medical Expert Highlights Need For Awareness On Preventive Care

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Preventive Care Key To Reducing Cancer Cases in Nigeria – Medical Experts

With the growing cases of non-communicable diseases in Nigeria such as cancer, a medical expert has called for awareness campaigns about adopting preventive measures to curb the scourge. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO)’s cancer agency, the International Agency for Research

July 29, 2024

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Cancer Survivors Call For Better Healthcare System, Advocacy To Counter Stigmatisation

Cancer survivors have called for improvement of Nigeria’s healthcare system for quality care, and also create robust advocacy campaigns to counter stigmatisation of patients. They made the call during the third edition of Prime Business Africa’s Health and Business series, held via

July 29, 2024

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Sugar Tax Removal To Crash Coke, Pepsi, Other Beverage Prices Will Hurt Cancer, Diabetes Reduction Campaigns – Health Experts

Health experts have warned that the suspension of tax on Sugar-Sweetened Beverages (SSBs) by the Nigerian government will affect the campaigns on reducing the cases of non-communicable diseases such as diabetes, and cancer among others, that consumption of such products can lead

July 26, 2024

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A Smart Insulin Switch For Regulation Of Diabetes

Genetic Causes And Consequences Of Early Menopause

Africa CDC Set To Declare Mpox Public Health Emergency

From Disgusting To Unsung Heroes: How Maggots Are Revolutionising Wound Treatment

Expert Decries Poor Regulation Of Sugar In Beverage Products In Nigeria

Sugar Tax Removal: Economic Gains Versus Health Implications

Diabetes Patients Groan As Monthly Medication Rises To N150,000

Preventive Care Key To Reducing Cancer Cases in Nigeria – Medical Experts

Cancer Survivors Call For Better Healthcare System, Advocacy To Counter Stigmatisation

Sugar Tax Removal To Crash Coke, Pepsi, Other Beverage Prices Will Hurt Cancer, Diabetes Reduction Campaigns – Health Experts

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