General health checkups are helpful in identifying early signs of diseases. These tests can inform lifestyle changes that allow for people to live longer and healthier lives. General health checkups are a form of preventative testing and can save your…
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It is not uncommon in Abuja to receive news that someone passed away because they were diagnosed wrongly. Or that their condition has worsened beyond treatment because it was not caught early on. If you have not heard of such…
There have been almost 7,000 total cases of COVID cases in Nigeria in the first half of December 2021. The current fourth wave of infections has brought with it restrictions and international travel bans. COVID has altered the way a…
Vaccine doses might not be enough to maintain the highest level of protection possible against COVID-19, especially due to the passing of time and the emergence of variants. The immunity provided by vaccines can become less effective against the virus,…
Syphilis is a sexually transmitted disease caused by a bacteria called Treponema Pallidum. Every year, about 3.5 million cases of the infection are recorded across Africa. More men than women are affected by syphilis. If caught early, it can be…
Your parent’s health is your wealth. As you show them love in different ways and languages, it is important to include their health concerns in your care plan. Sometimes the best gift you can give them is that of good…
Heart disease has been the leading cause of death worldwide for the past 20 years. Over these past two decades, there has been a sharp increase in cardiovascular disease-related deaths in Nigeria. Most people end up as victims because they…
The reason behind the desire to do an HIV test is important. The inquiry may seem invasive but the interest is purely medical. There is a difference if you are curious about your status or whether you have recently been…
Peptic ulcers, commonly known as stomach ulcers, are open sores that develop on the inside lining of your stomach (gastric ulcer) or the upper part of your small intestine (duodenal ulcer). Symptoms can vary widely with some people experience intense…
