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Fiji Escalates HIV Response as New Cases Reach Record Levels

September 17, 2026

Fiji has declared HIV a national crisis after a sharp rise in new infections, with an estimated one in 60 adults now living with the virus, prompting the government to expand testing,

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Nigerian Medical Academics Give Government Three Weeks to Avert Strike

August 8, 2026

The Nigerian Association of Medical and Dental Academics (NAMDA) has given the Federal Government three weeks to resolve outstanding issues in ongoing negotiations, warning that failure to reach an agreement by August

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A Smart Insulin Switch For Regulation Of Diabetes

October 26, 2024

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

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Genetic Causes And Consequences Of Early Menopause

September 23, 2024

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

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Africa CDC Set To Declare Mpox Public Health Emergency

August 8, 2024

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,

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

August 8, 2024

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

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Expert Decries Poor Regulation Of Sugar In Beverage Products In Nigeria

August 5, 2024

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

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Sugar Tax Removal: Economic Gains Versus Health Implications

August 3, 2024

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,

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

July 31, 2024

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

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

July 29, 2024

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

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

July 29, 2024

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

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

July 26, 2024

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

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Lactation Hormone May Be Key To Osteoporosis Treatment

July 24, 2024

Osteoporosis is a condition in which the bone is brittle and breaks easily due to faster-than-normal loss of bone density. Such a condition is more common in older people, especially in women,

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Nigerians Should Adopt Healthy Lifestyle To Curb Diabetes Scourge – Medical Expert

July 23, 2024

A medical expert, Dr Ifeanyi Ugo Godwin, has advised Nigerians to adopt lifestyle modification as a preventive measure to certain debilitating diseases such as diabetes. Dr Ifeanyi Ugo Godwin, a Medical

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Cooking Restrictions In Nigerian Universities Vs Healthy Eating Among Students

July 10, 2024

Majority of Nigerian private universities prohibit cooking in campus hostels. Hence, maintaining a healthy diet can be particularly challenging for the students. However, there are still numerous strategies to ensure nutritious eating

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Wearable Health Tech Devices In Africa: Balancing Promise And Challenges

July 6, 2024

In an era of rapid technological advancement, wearable health technology has emerged as a cornerstone of modern healthcare systems worldwide. From bustling metropolises to remote villages, these innovative devices have revolutionised how

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Thriving As A Working Mom: Strategies For Balancing Work, Family And Health

July 6, 2024

Being a mother is a full-time job, and adding a career into the mix can look like an impossible balancing act. Working mothers are modern-day superheroes, tirelessly navigating the demands of their

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Anti-Obesity And Diabetes Drugs May Also Enhance Fertility

July 1, 2024

In 2021 a new drug was approved by the US Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of obesity. The drug by the generic name of Semaglutide is popularly known by its

Anti-Obesity Drugs Winning The War On Fat

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Fiji Escalates HIV Response as New Cases Reach Record Levels

Nigerian Medical Academics Give Government Three Weeks to Avert Strike

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

Lactation Hormone May Be Key To Osteoporosis Treatment

Nigerians Should Adopt Healthy Lifestyle To Curb Diabetes Scourge – Medical Expert

Cooking Restrictions In Nigerian Universities Vs Healthy Eating Among Students

Wearable Health Tech Devices In Africa: Balancing Promise And Challenges

Thriving As A Working Mom: Strategies For Balancing Work, Family And Health

Anti-Obesity And Diabetes Drugs May Also Enhance Fertility

Anti-Obesity Drugs Winning The War On Fat

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