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Don warns against over-slimming of body

Prof. Isaac Adegun of the Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Ilorin, has warned against over slimming of the body and tummy protrusion beyond certain limit. Adegun gave the warning during his paper presentation at the 193rd Inaugural Lecture of the University of Ilorin. The 193rd University of Ilorin inaugural lecture has its theme as […]
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Polio: Expert advocates increased medical attention to counter effects of disease on survivors

An Abuja-based Neurologist, Dr Ahmed Ibrahim, says a large number of polio survivors are likely to experience Post Polio Syndrome (PPS). He made the disclosure on Tuesday in Abuja. Polio, an infectious disease caused by the poliovirus, is a contagious viral illness that causes nerve injury, leading to paralysis, difficulty breathing and sometimes death. The […]
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Key into bioenergy development to safeguard health, environment – Don

A university don, Prof. Makwin Makut, has called on the Federal Government to key into the development of bioenergy to safeguard the health of Nigerians and the environment for the overall development of the country. Makut, a Professor of Applied and Environmental Microbiology, Nasarawa State University Keffi (NSUK), made the appeal on Wednesday during the […]
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Desist from alteration of expiry date on products, Lagos govt warns manufacturers

The Lagos state government has warned manufacturers and service providers to desist from the tactical alteration of expiry date on products to deceive wholesalers and retailers. This was disclosed recently by the General Manager, Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency (LASCOPA), Mrs Kemi Olugbode, during the mediation meeting with officials from Mophet Pharmaceutical
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Extensive consumption of MSG, sweetners causes severe health challenges – Experts

Extensive consumption of monosodium glutamate (MSG) locally referred to as ‘White Maggi’ or Ajinomotor, sweetners can lead to severe health issues, health experts have cautioned. According to the experts, excessive consumption of MSG do not only destroyed the retinal cells that allow vision but also cause brain damage and lead to nervous disorders. Speaking
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FG approves N2.24bn rehabilitation, water system upgrade in Adamawa

The federal government has approved N2.244 billion for the rehabilitation and upgrading of water supply in eight towns affected by insurgency in Adamawa state. Adamawa state Project Coordinator, Maurice Vunobolki, made this known in Yola on Thursday during the contract signing agreements with the six contractors for the immediate take-off of the eight–month projects. He