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“My aim is improving the sexual, reproductive health of Nigeria’s marginalized population”

Ihesiulo Grace 28 February 2024 0

Elizabeth Shoyemi is a distinguished leader and researcher with a strong track record in advancing the health and well-being of marginalized populations in Nigeria. As Executive Director of the Centre for Population Health Initiatives (CPHI), a non-profit community-based organization that

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NAFDAC raises alarm on sale of falsified paracetamol

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 24 February 2024 0

…warns public against unauthorised branded rice bags The National Agency for Food, Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has alerted the public concerning the sale of a falsified Paracetamol Injection mislabelled as Paracetamol Injection 300mg/2ml I.M I.V Aminoglycoside Antibacterial. The product, according to the agency, was discovered during a surveillance activity

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Myths, good and bad about masturbation

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 24 February 2024 0

People have different views about masturbation. While some people believe it helps to ease their bodies others say it is demonic. What are the health implications of this habit? BY ADA DIKE In 2021, a British professional boxer, Tyson Fury, revealed how masturbation helped him to achieve his dream. “I do it seven times in […]

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Post-Valentine survey says condoms out of reach for many Nigerians

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 16 February 2024 0

February is regarded as national condom month. The World Health Organization said condoms are fun, sexy, and can make a good thing great. They reiterated that, “condoms are safe and highly effective in preventing unwanted pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections when used correctly and consistently, for any form of sex,.” In other words, it is […]

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AU appoints Tinubu ‘Champion for Health’

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 16 February 2024 0

By Ukpono Ukpong President Bola Tinubu has been appointed as the African Union (AU) Champion for Human Resources for Health and Community Health Delivery Partnership against the backdrop of his ambitious, innovative, and people-focused efforts in the sector. According to a statement signed by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Ajuri […]

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Beware of fake chloroquine tablets, NAFDAC warns

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 16 February 2024 0

The National Agency for Food, Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has notified the public of the sale of falsified brand of Chloroquine Phosphate tablets. Alert on suspected falsified Chloroquine Tablets,” the agency warned the public not to desist from buying or using it. The fake product, according to a statement made available to Saturday Times, […]

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Reasons women delay in getting pregnant – Expert

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 16 February 2024 0

Onyekuziri Oluebube who is a ‘specialist’ in getting awaiting mothers pregnant through herbs, has mentioned reasons some women are unable to get pregnant as at when due. She told Saturday Times that apart from age factor, many women are unable to conceive as on time because they don’t eat the right food, follow doctor’s prescription, […]

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Home remedies for staphylococcus

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 10 February 2024 0

Staphylococcus is one of the diseases affecting people in the world. Some of the symptoms include: pain from the lower skin swelling, which may be a sign of the disease in the body. Medical scientists said staphylococcus is caused by bacteria called staphylococcus which can be found usually in the noses or on the skin […]

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Health alert: Market women turn to chemicals to keep vegetables, fruits fresh

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 10 February 2024 0

BY ADA DIKE The quest for wealth is luring many market women in Nigeria to turn to the artificial way of keeping their edible produce, especially fruits and vegetable fresh, not minding the health implications of their actions. Saturday Times notes that this group of people ignores warnings and advice from concerned citizens, but is […]

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Anxiety as ‘sudden death’ scourge soars amongst Nigerians

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 2 February 2024 0

..Experts proffer solutions BY ADA DIKE In January this year, a video of a man who collapsed and passed away while dancing during his birthday party went viral. His guests were still laughing and cheering him on without knowing that he was stone dead. After watching his lifeless body for some minutes, one of the […]

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Ibadan Explosion: Terrified manager of popular hotel dies of heart attack

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 21 January 2024 0

…Rescue efforts end, as forensic analysis starts BY STEPHEN GBADAMOSI After last Tuesday’s explosion in Ibadan, the management of a popular hotel in Bodija area of the capital city of Oyo State, BON Hotel Nest, has announced the passing of its Operations Manager, Mr. Tunde Solomon. Mr. Solomon was said to have died of heart […]

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Radiology in Nigeria plagued by shortage of professional

Ihesiulo Grace 25 December 2023 0

Radiology is an indispensable part of modern healthcare, enabling accurate diagnosis and guiding treatments. In Nigeria, this field is gaining traction, but challenges persist that hinder its full potential. Amidst these hurdles lie opportunities for innovation, collaboration, and growth. Specialist Radiologist, Dr. Mojeed Omotayo Adelodun discuss the trends of radiology

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Pharmhealth Charity Organization plans big for 2024

Ihesiulo Grace 8 December 2023 0

For the passion of lending hand and bringing succor to people, Chidinma Odu-Obi, the CEO of leading non-governmental organization, Pharmhealth Charity NGO has revealed that a lot is lined-up for the NGO’s activities and outreach programme for 2024. Speaking on the 2024 plans, Chidinma Odu-Obi noted that there will a lot of partnership with the […]

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Dyslexics are highly resilient and creative people– Anthony Dara

Ihesiulo Grace 20 November 2023 0

According to Anthony Dara, the founder of News Central TV, among the qualities of dyslexics are their inventiveness, entrepreneurship, resilience, problem-solving abilities, and great visual thinking abilities. Due to difficulties distinguishing spoken sounds and understanding how they relate to letters and words, dyslexia is a learning impairment that causes trouble

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Pressure mounts on President Tinubu to probe Buhari’s administration

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 19 November 2023 0

BY AGAPTUS CHIJIOKE & BARTH EZE Since the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, revealed that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration is handicapped concerning the empty treasury it inherited from the immediate past government of the former President Mohammadu Buhari’s administration, many Nigerians, civil society groups and anti-corruption

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Women’s Health: Nigerian NGO tackles prevailing issues

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 31 October 2023 0

Nigeria faces a daunting challenge in maternal and women’s health. The statistics are a stark reminder of the urgency of addressing these issues: According to the World Bank, Nigeria’s maternal mortality ratio stands at 512 deaths per 100,000 live births. This indicates a higher risk for expectant mothers during childbirth. UNICEF reports that Nigeria

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UNICEF: 3,000 vulnerable youths, women in Adamawa receive training

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 21 October 2023 0

By Tom Garba The Adamawa Mass Education Board, in collaboration with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), has launched a Technical and Vocational Education Training (TVET) program, aimed at empowering 3,000 vulnerable youths and women in Hong Local Government Area. This training program, developed by UNICEF and funded by the Government of Germany through KFW,

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Opeyemi Akintimehin: Redefining Salt, Safety, and Public Health in Nigeria

Ihesiulo Grace 4 October 2023 0

In Nigeria’s crowded public health space, where malaria, maternal mortality, and undernutrition dominate the headlines, few dare to turn the spotlight toward a subject as overlooked as iodized salt. But Dr. Opeyemi Akintimehin is not deterred by what is popular. Instead, she is committed to what is essential and potentially life-saving. Her recent coauthored study […]

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Medical and Dental Consultant s Association of Nigeria threatens to go on strike

Ihesiulo Grace 27 August 2023 0

BY ADA DIKE The Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria (MDCAN) has issued a 21-day ultimatum to the federal government to implement the upward review of the Consolidated Medical Salary Structure (CONMESS) and other demands. This was contained in a communique issued a few days ago after its National Executive Council meeting. The association […]

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Nigerians use herbs, spices to treat high blood pressure, stroke

Ihesiulo Grace 27 August 2023 0

The killer diseases many Nigerians are battling these days are high blood pressure and stroke. Presently, many use herbs and spices to manage them. ADA DIKE reports. A businessman was 68 years old in 2016 when he had health crisis that almost took his life. Mr. Shedrack Essien, who sells blocks and some other building […]