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AHF Sounds Alarm as 4,000 Young Women Aged 15–24 Contract HIV Weekly

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AHF Sounds Alarm as 4,000 Young Women Aged 15–24 Contract HIV Weekly

…Over 3,300 of New Weekly Infections Occur in Sub-Saharan Africa, AHF Nigeria Calls for Urgent Action The AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) Nigeria has raised an urgent alarm over the rising number of young women contracting HIV globally, revealing that about 4,000 adolescent girls and young women aged between 15 and 24 become newly infected with…

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Flesh-Eating Disease: FG Begins Laboratory Tests as Death Toll Hits Seven in Adamawa

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Flesh-Eating Disease: FG Begins Laboratory Tests as Death Toll Hits Seven in Adamawa

The Federal Government has launched urgent laboratory investigations to uncover the cause of a mysterious flesh-eating disease that has killed seven people and infected dozens more in Malabu, a remote community in Adamawa State. Health authorities confirmed that at least 67 cases have been recorded, with eight patients currently receiving surgical treatment at the Modibbo…

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17 Proven Ways to Keep the Liver Healthy and Functioning Optimally

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17 Proven Ways to Keep the Liver Healthy and Functioning Optimally

Discover 17 expert-backed ways to keep the liver healthy naturally, including diet tips, lifestyle habits, and prevention strategies for long-term wellness. Understanding the Role of the Liver The liver is one of the most vital organs in your body, playing a central role in metabolism, detoxification, and nutrient storage. Think of it as your body’s…

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Six Years After Emergency Declaration, Lassa Fever Deaths Surge in Nigeria

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Six Years After Emergency Declaration, Lassa Fever Deaths Surge in Nigeria

Promises faded. Funding lagged. And now, Lassa fever is killing more Nigerians than ever before. When the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) declared Lassa fever a public health emergency on January 22, 2019, it was meant to be a turning point—a signal that the country was ready to confront a deadly but neglected disease….

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Oral health: Why it is Vital For Your Overall Health

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Oral health: Why it is Vital For Your Overall Health

Very few realize that our oral health is more important than we think and it is really vital to the overall health of our bodies. How does the health of our mouth, teeth and gums affect our general health? Do you even know that our oral health offers clues about our overall health? Do you…

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World Kidney Day: KWSG Reaffirms Commitment to Quality Healthcare

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World Kidney Day: KWSG Reaffirms Commitment to Quality Healthcare

The Kwara State Government has again reiterated its dedication to providing adequate, affordable and high-quality healthcare services to residents of the state, even as 400 Kwarans were screened for kidney diseases. The Chief Medical Director, Kwara State University Teaching Hospital, Dr AbdulKadir Ahmed Bola disclosed this, during the celebration of World Kidney Day with the…

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MALARIA FEVER: Why It Keeps Coming Back

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MALARIA FEVER: Why It Keeps Coming Back

Malaria is basically a tropical ailment. Several times you might have just treated malaria and just the moment you think you’re finally free, boom! It comes back. Fever, chills, and that annoying joint ache show up again. But why does malaria keep coming despite the treatments ? Experts point to three ‘Rs’ of reoccurrence of…

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Lassa Fever Ravages Edo State, Claims 13 Lives

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Lassa Fever Ravages Edo State, Claims 13 Lives

The Edo State Government has confirmed 13 deaths from an outbreak of Lassa fever in the state. Dr Stephenson Ojeifo, Director of Public Health at the State Ministry of Health, gave the update during an interview with newsmen on Sunday in Benin. According to him, three cases of Mpox otherwise known as Monkeypox was also…

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Hemorrhoids(Pile): All You Need To Know

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Hemorrhoids(Pile): All You Need To Know

Hemorrhoid commonly referred to as Pile, is a very common condition, however most people don’t report it due to the embarrassment of where the ailment is situated. This article will be giving you lifestyle modification tips on how to deal with it, and when you should absolutely meet a doctor. What are hemorrhoids (Pile)? Hemorrhoids…

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TONSIL STONES: Causes, Treatment And Prevention

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TONSIL STONES: Causes, Treatment And Prevention

[Culled] Have you ever heard of Tonsils Stones? The tonsils are the two fleshy pads at the back of our throats, that function as part of the immune system. The tonsils produce white blood cells and antibodies to fight infections. What then are Tonsil Stones? Tonsil stones are also called tonsilloliths, and they are hard…

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