How to sleep to prevent heart attacks
Discover how a consistent sleep schedule can prevent heart attacks. Learn about the risks of irregular sleep patterns and tips to improve your sleep quality.
Rwanda Faces Marburg Virus Outbreak: Travel Advisory Sparks Criticism and Global Health Concerns
Rwanda is facing its first Marburg virus outbreak, prompting U.S. travel advisories that raise public health concerns and spark international …
Find Out The Never Before ‘Fully Recognized’ Benefit of Vaccine, according to WHO
A new WHO Technical Report has detailed never before fully recognised benefits of vaccines. This post is based on the …
World Sight Day: Why Children Should Spend More Time Outdoors
World Sight Day on October 10 highlights the urgent need for awareness around children’s eye health as myopia rates soar, …
A Common Diabetes Drug Shows Promising Results to Reverse Aging
Discover how metformin, a common diabetes medication, may hold the key to anti-aging. Recent studies show promising results for longevity …
Key Suspect Arrested in Gang Rape of Polio Worker Amid Violence Against Vaccination Teams in Pakistan
Pakistani authorities have arrested a suspect linked to the brutal gang rape of a polio worker during a vaccination drive, …
Standard blood tests can now predict women likely to develop pre-eclampsia
A new blood test could help detect women at risk for preeclampsia during labor, a significant cause of maternal mortality, …
Cholera Vaccine Crisis: Global Cholera Vaccine Stockpile Depleted- WHO
The WHO reports a total depletion of the global cholera vaccine stockpile, posing severe challenges to outbreak response efforts and …
Rwanda: Over 700 Vaccinated Against Marburg Virus Disease
Introduction Rwanda is making headlines with its proactive measures to combat the deadly Marburg virus, a close relative of the …
Their bodies, their words: meet the winners of Nigeria’s HPV essay contest
Girls in Nigeria’s Edo state were invited to take part in an essay-writing competition looking into the HPV vaccine. This …
Alarming Impact of Screen Time on Children’s Mental Health
In our screen-dominated world, understanding the impact of screen time on children’s mental health is crucial. Recent research uncovers alarming …
Mpox Outbreak: Vaccination Rollout Begins in Bayelsa and Rivers States
The NPHCDA has launched the Mpox vaccination initiative, starting in Bayelsa and Rivers, to combat rising cases and protect vulnerable …
Cervical Cancer Breakthrough: WHO Approves New Single-Dose HPV Vaccine
The WHO has approved Cecolin®, a fourth HPV vaccine, for single-dose use, aiming to boost cervical cancer prevention and enhance …
Marburg Virus Outbreak in Rwanda: Latest Cases, Response Measures, and Global Concerns
The resurgence of the Marburg virus in Rwanda has raised alarm bells worldwide, with confirmed cases rising and urgent containment …
Hair Straightening Cream Linked to Kidney Injury, Experts Warn
Popular hair straightening treatments may come with a hidden health risk, according to a new report. Researchers documented the case …
Now that Measles is staging a comeback!
Measles, once thought to be under control, has reared its head once more, threatening the health and well-being of millions …
Rhesus Incompatibility: Pregnancy Issues You Should Know
The human body is delicately designed to protect itself from external invasion through a protective immune system. This system helps …
Hepatitis: Africa must do more to save the future!
Hepatitis, characterized by liver inflammation, primarily stems from viral infections, with five main types labeled A through E. Every 30 …
Cabo Verde becomes third African country to eliminate Malaria.
The World Health Organization (WHO) has certified Cabo Verde as a malaria-free country, marking a historic milestone in the fight …
Human Papilloma Virus Infections and Cervical Cancer in Africa: A Call for Action
Human papilloma virus infections is caused by the human papilloma virus which is a common infection implicated in the cause …
Your Prostate and Your Health: Men Health Issues You Shouldn’t Ignore
The prostate gland is an organ in the male reproductive system that can cause problems. In Africa for example, prostate …
COVID-19 Patient Who Escaped from Imo Arrested While Selling Used Clothes in Ondo Market
First Published June 7, 2020. A patient diagnosed with COVID-19, who escaped from Imo state, has been arrested at a …
“Under The Net” Malaria Campaign Kicks Off June 16 in Uganda
First Published on June 15, 2020 The Ugandan government is flagging-off the distribution of mosquito nets tomorrow in an effort …
We are seeing severe forms of COVID-19 with more deaths in Uganda – Minister
First posted on November 25, 2020 The minister in charge of Primary Health Care in Uganda has expressed worries over …