Coartem Price: Malaria Drug Now Costs Nearly ₦10k – Man Laments
A Nigerian man has raised concerns over the high cost of malaria treatment in the country, especially the price of Coartem. He shared that one of his staff members was unwell the previous day, so he told her to get treatment. Later, he was shocked to see that Coartem, a commonly used malaria drug, was […]
Nigerian men dying to impress side chicks – Experts expose dark truth about sex enhancers
Experts are raising alarm over the increasing number of Nigerian men who collapse and die during sexual activities—especially with women who are not their wives. These cases mostly happen in hotels and have been traced to the misuse of sex-enhancing drugs. One of the latest cases involves a lecturer from Kogi State University, Dr. Olabode […]
Nigeria moves to reduce drug imports with cardiovascular GMP training
The Nigerian government is taking steps to reduce the country’s dependence on imported medicines by launching a major training program for local pharmaceutical companies. This training will help boost the production of high-quality heart-related medicines within the country. This effort is being led by the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, in partnership with […]
Abuja hospital seeks public’s help identifying woman found unconscious by roadside (photo)
Abuja Hospital Asks Public to Help Identify Woman Found Unconscious on Roadside A hospital in Nigeria’s capital, Abuja, is asking for help to find out who a woman is after she was found unconscious on the roadside. She was brought to the National Hospital Abuja and is currently being treated in their Trauma Intensive Care […]
Microsoft AI Can Now Diagnose Illness 4 Times More Accurately Than Human Doctors
Microsoft has announced that its latest health-focused AI system can diagnose medical cases four times more accurately than human doctors. In a blog post shared on Monday, the company revealed that its AI tool, called the Microsoft AI Diagnostic Orchestrator, outperformed experienced physicians during a medical test. The trial included 304 medical case studies from […]
My eyes were burning – Woman hospitalised after lash extension nightmare
A woman from Midrand, South Africa, ended up in the hospital after getting eyelash extensions. What was supposed to be a simple beauty treatment almost caused her to lose her eyesight. Refilwe Motiang, 31, had gone to a local salon last Thursday to get her lashes done before a trip. But things took a bad […]
Breast cancer: Early detention will reduce mortality rate in Nigeria – ACPN
The Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria (ACPN) has said that finding breast cancer early can help reduce the number of women who die from it in Nigeria. This message was shared by the ACPN Chairman in Oyo State, Pharmacist Adebayo Gbadamosi, during a one-day training on breast care awareness. The event was organised by […]
“Victor Osimhen, be careful where you eat” – Twitter Doctor raises concern over footballer’s social habits
Nigerian football star Victor Osimhen is trending again, but not because of his football achievements or transfer rumours. A popular doctor on Twitter shared concerns about how often Osimhen is seen eating in people’s homes during his visit to Nigeria. The doctor pointed out that, as a professional footballer, he should be more cautious because […]
Sugary drinks, refined carbohydrates, processed meats, major causes of cancer – Varsity Don
A professor from the University of Ibadan, Victor Ifeolu Akinmoladun, has warned that certain foods and drinks can increase the risk of oral cancer. These include sugary drinks, processed meats, fried foods, and refined carbohydrates. These foods cause inflammation in the body, which can lead to cancer. Professor Akinmoladun shared this information during an important […]
20 million Nigerians battling mental health issues – WHO
A report from the World Health Organization (WHO) highlights that 20 million Nigerians, making up 20% of the country’s population, are currently dealing with mental health issues. Dr. Azubike Aliche, Secretary of the Board of Trustees at the Nigeria-American Institute for Mental Health (NAIMH), revealed this during a mental health training program organized by the […]