The most prevalent sexually transmitted infection (STI) is the human papillomavirus (HPV). Many HPV carriers don’t show any symptoms, yet they can still spread the infection through intercourse. It has been found that about 10% of women with HPV infection…
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is a virus that targets a specific type of immune cells called CD4 T lymphocytes (CD4 Cells) and destroys them. CD4 cells help the body’s immune system fight off bacteria, viruses, and other germs. As more…
Also known as Fasting Blood Sugar, Fasting Glucose Level. Fasting blood glucose measures the amount of glucose (a type of sugar) in a person’s blood. It is used to screen for diabetes and can be used to make a diagnosis…
Each and every person should be tested for HIV at least once in their lifetime. Depending on the risk, the time frame can even come down to every few months. HIV is a real public health issue, in 2018 UNAIDS…
The desire to father a child is one shared by many men. But when this is proving difficult after months of trying, it can become a source of worry. Infertility affects about 5-8% of couples in Nigeria. It is perceived…
When a blood vessel is damaged, the components of blood like cells and proteins mobilize themselves to form a clot at the site of injury to prevent further loss of blood. After a while, this clot should resolve by itself.…
If the Covid-19 pandemic has taught us anything, it is that preventative health care is extremely important to develop some immunity against diseases and maintain good health. Regular screening of your health also keeps you in the know of your…
Corporate Wellness is any workplace health promotion activity or organizational policy designed to support healthy behavior in the workplace and to improve health outcomes. Also known as \’workplace wellbeing’ workplace wellness often comprises activities such as health education, medical screenings,…
Pre-Wedding Health Test: What Every Nigerian Couple Needs To Know Love is a beautiful thing. It is such a big deal to finally find the person you want to spend the rest of your life with. Congratulations to you! Dealing…
Domestic staff like cooks, nannies, and house help have become ‘adopted’ members of the nuclear family unit in Nigeria. The hustle and bustle, the daily grind that comes with living in Urban areas like Lagos make having a domestic staff…
