A public health professional, Dr Jennifer Braimah, on Thursday counselled Nigerians to be selective of news they digest as measures to deal with depression during the COVID-19 lockdown. Braimah, also the Chief Executive Officer, Intensive Rescue Foundation International (IRFI), an NGO, gave
Philadelphia Ekesiena, popularly known as Philadelphia Kes, is a gospel musician committed to changing the gospel music with her brand. The Delta State-born artiste, in this interview with selected journalists in Lagos, speaks about her career and her works. How did you discover your passion for music? I literally grew up in the church, joined […]
….Mental illness and cancer sufferers forced to wait Shortages of at least 100 drugs have forced NHS officials to approve temporary price rises Cancer patients and people with severe mental illness are going without essential medicines because of shortages that have cost the NHS £180m (about N66.6m) in six months. At least 100 drugs have […]
Commissioner for Health in Lagos State, Dr. Jide Idris, is of the opinion that the nation’s mental health policy is outdated, and in fact, is 60 years behind time. He made this assertion, among other health-related issues in this discourse. In January this year, the Lagos State Government engaged a mental health training programme where […]
