RESEARCHERS at the University of Nottingham have warned against repeated use of paracetamol in people aged 65 and over because it can lead to serious health complications, particularly peptic ulcers, heart failure, hypertension and chronic kidney disease.The study provided...
The Anambra State Government, in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO), has organized a one-day retreat for 21 Local Government Chairmen, LG Health Directors, Supervisors and partners in the delivery of integrated health services. primary health care (PHC)...
In a bold step to improve primary healthcare delivery in Rivers, West Africa Container Terminal (WACT)-APM Terminals Nigeria said at the weekend it had donated and commissioned solar power systems to two care centres. primary health...
The Nigerian Cancer Society (NCS) has announced plans to launch a national cancer intervention fund aimed at strengthening cancer treatment and care in Nigeria.Addressing a press conference, the Chairman of the NCS, Prof. Abidemi Omonisi, said...
The Kogi State Government has announced plans to spend over N7 billion to renovate 88 additional primary care centers (PHCs) across the 21 local government areas of the state.
Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo revealed this on Saturday at a ceremony...
It is a mistake to think that time is passing. Time doesn't pass. The time is here until the world ends. It is you who is leaving. You don't waste time. Time is infinite. You waste yourself. You are...
The Executive Chairman of Itire-Ikate LCDA, Hon. (Dr.) Ahmed Olanrewaju Apatira, on Thursday started cataract surgeries and medical check-ups with free medicines for residents of the district.
During the labeled medical intervention, “2-day mega medical mission” residents were also examined...
Sugars, used as sweeteners, are an important ingredient in the human diet. However, the best choice of sugar, brown sugar, or honey depends on your unique dietary needs and goals.
Table sugar is the most processed and has little to...
RESEARCHERS have reported that former professional football players had a higher incidence of dementia compared to the general population.
They reported an increased risk of dementia for these athletes even though rates of several modifiable dementia risk factors among professional...
The Kogi State Coordinator for the Malaria Programme, Dr Ake Stephen, has noted that Nigeria contributes to 27% of global malaria cases and 31% of deaths.
Dr Ake made this known at the Kogi State launching malaria case management training...
