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Aproko Doctor Warns Women Against ‘Cryptic Pregnancy’ Scam

Nigerian health expert Dr. Chinonso Egemba, popularly known as Aproko Doctor, has raised awareness about a growing scam called “cryptic pregnancy,” which is targeting women in the country. According to him, fake doctors and fraudsters trick women by giving them hormone injections that make them feel and look pregnant. Later, these victims are handed babies […]

WWE Hall of Famer Jerry Lawler suffers stroke

WWE Hall of Famer Jerry “The King” Lawler has pulled out of a planned event after suffering a stroke, TMZ Sports reported. The health scare happened last Friday at one of his homes in Florida. His daughter confirmed that he is recovering and will spend the next few weeks resting at his main home. Lawler […]

23-year-old mother puts 15-day-old baby in refrigerator because he was not sleeping

A 23-year-old woman from Karula in Moradabad reportedly put her 15-day-old baby inside a refrigerator. The shocking act is believed to be linked to her struggle with postpartum psychosis. The incident happened on Friday, September 7. The mother reportedly became frustrated when the baby would not stop crying. In her distressed state, she allegedly placed […]

Nigerian medical doctor, Kelechi Okoro reveals she attempted su!cide multiple times

Nigerian medical doctor and wellness advocate, Kelechi Okoro, popularly known online as Healthertainer, has spoken openly about her struggles with suicidal thoughts. She revealed that she had attempted to take her own life several times in the past. She made this emotional confession while joining the world to mark World Suicide Prevention Day on September […]

10 children di£ following Diphtheria outbreak in Niger

Ten children have sadly died after a diphtheria outbreak in Agaie and Bida local government areas of Niger State. The affected children were taken to the Federal Medical Centre (FMC) in Bida for treatment but later passed away. Other deaths linked to diphtheria have also been reported in nearby communities since the outbreak started. Residents […]

Indian doctor under investigation after performing 21 emergency C-sections in 10 hours

A senior gynecologist in Assam, India, is facing an investigation after reportedly carrying out 21 emergency caesarean deliveries in just one shift. Dr. Kantheswar Bordoloi, who works as the senior medical officer at Morigaon Civil Hospital, performed the surgeries between 3:40 pm on September 5 and 1:50 am on September 6. Local authorities issued a […]

FCT Resident Doctors Begin Warning Strike

Doctors in the Federal Capital Territory have started a seven-day warning strike to protest the challenges facing the health sector. The FCT chapter of the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) announced the strike in a statement signed by its president, Dr. George Ebong, and other executives. According to the doctors, the healthcare system in […]

Peter Obi takes a break from public functions to attend to his health

Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, has decided to take a short break from public engagements to focus on his health. On his X account, he shared that his doctor advised him to rest after he started feeling unwell during his recent travels. After speaking at a tourism event in Enugu, Obi visited […]

FG to tighten border control following new Ebola outbreak

The Federal Government of Nigeria has increased monitoring and health checks at all entry points after a new Ebola outbreak was reported in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Dr Akpan Nse, Director of Port Health Services at the Ministry of Health, confirmed that extra staff have been sent to strengthen border surveillance and prevent […]