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Woman Dies of Cholera After Eating Abacha Igbo Salad

Posted ago by Sandra Okenwa

A newly married woman has passed away in Lagos State Nigeria after she contracted cholera from a popular Igbo salad named Abacha. The victim identified as Blessing passed away yesterday at the Military Hospital in Yaba, Lagos just 2 weeks …

Drinks That Boost And Kill Your Sex Drive

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What drinks are putting you in the mood — and which ones are killing it? Check out these latest research to reveal the beverages that boost your libido as well as the ones that suppress it so you’ll know what …

Reasons Why You Should Eat Cucumber Often

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Cucumbers are the number four most cultivated vegetable in the world and known to be one of the best foods for your overall health, often referred to as a super food. Pick a handful of firm, dark green cucumbers and …

FG Intevenes In Plateau Cholera Outbreak

Posted ago by Sandra Okenwa

The outbreak of cholera in Namu, Qua’pan Local Government Area of Plateau State, is being investigated by the Federal Ministry of Health. A Chief Consultant Epidemiologist with the Ministry, Dr Akin Oyemakinde, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) Monday …

Cholera Outbreak in Zamfara, 50 People Feared Dead

Posted ago by Sandra Okenwa

Kano (Nigeria) (AFP) – Cholera has killed 50 people in Northwest Nigeria in the past week, health officials said on Monday, in the latest outbreak of the disease which has claimed thousands of lives across the country since 2010. The …

8 Killed, 61 Hospitalised in Plateau Cholera Outbreak

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Medical authorities in Plateau have confirmed an outbreak of cholera in Namu village in the Qua’pan Local Government Area of the state.   Hosts of Namu, a village at  the Plateau and Nasarawa States border, displaced people in the violent …

Air Pollution Causes Cancer — Reseachers

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  The International Agency for Research on Cancer declared on Thursday that air pollution is a carcinogen, alongside known dangers such as asbestos, tobacco and ultraviolet radiation. The decision came after a consultation by an expert panel organized by IARC, …

University College Hospital Ibadan, Performs First Open Heart Surgery

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The first open heart surgery in a teaching hospital in Nigeria has been successfully carried out at the University College Hospital, UCH, Ibadan, Oyo State. The feat was carried out by surgeons at the UCH in conjunction with a team …

The Best Breakfast, Lunch And Dinner To Eat

Posted ago by Sandra Okenwa

Most people tend to eat the left-over food from last night’s dinner today. But in actual fact, eating fresh food can actually add a sparkle to your day. For Breakfast – Eating a freshly cooked meal helps you embrace your …

Stella Damasus, Fela Durotoye Become Celebrity Cause Champions for Tobacco Control

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Tobacco Control Nigeria is a policy change and public health campaign project using Social Media to advance tobacco control and support the passage of a comprehensive Tobacco Control (TC) law compliant with the World Health Organization’s Framework Convention on Tobacco …

Experts Welcome World’s First Malaria Vaccine

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From test trial, the world’s first vaccine to tackle malaria, a disease that threatens the life of about 3.3 billion worldwide, will soon be available in commercial quantity for the treatment of the disease. British drug maker, GlaxoSmithKline (GSK), is …

Natural Remedies for Hair Loss

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What is hair loss? Alopecia, commonly known as baldness, typically refers to excessive loss of hair from the scalp. A certain amount of hair thinning is a natural part of the aging process for some people. But if you have sudden …

WHY CERTAIN PEOPLE ATTRACT MOSQUITOES TO THEIR BODIES

Posted ago by Sandra Okenwa

According to research, there is a reason why certain people attract mosquitoes to their bodies. This however varies depending on the environment and skin type, but generally mosquitoes are attracted to certain people because of certain factors. These include: -Movement …

The Quest For Lighter Skin Could Cost You Your Life! All You Need To Know About Skin Whitening

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Have you ever wondered how our celebrities just turned white overnight? The list is endless. Bleaching is definitely not a new thing. We can authoritatively reveal to you the secret behind these celebs’ new looks. The new bleaching technique is …

How Premature Ejaculation Affects You

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A Urologist, Dr Celsus Undie, on Thursday in Abuja advised that men should not see premature ejaculation or erectile dysfunction as an infection. A urologist is a physician who has a specialised knowledge and skill regarding problems of the male …

Meet Kenya’s Sexiest Female Body-Builder, Jane Mukami

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She’s truly hot and sexy, with many mistaking her for a model. Even with masculine legs and arms, the Atlanta-based trainer, Jane Mukami also known as ‘fitkenyangirl’ is probably Kenya’s sexiest female body builder. Born in Nairobi, Jane moved to Atlanta, Georgia in November 2000 for her college education …

Avoid Oral Cancer, Play Safe!

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When it comes to being responsible — by that I mean using condoms during sex, many will take the gold. But, do you apply the same precaution during oral sex? Did you know that you can contact sexually-transmitted diseases like …

Daily Glass Of Milk During Pregnancy Makes Your Children Taller

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  Children born to women who drink milk during pregnancy are more likely to be tall when they are teenagers, new research shows. A team of scientists who tracked babies born in the late eighties found their height during adolescence was …

Nurses Warned About Nail Extensions

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Nurses have been warned about wearing nail extensions and using nail polish after a poll suggested infection control was being put at risk by fashion-conscious NHS staff. Guidance states that fingernails should be short and free of varnish. But an …

7 Tips On How To Get Rid Of Bum Acne

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Treating acne on your bum is similar to treating acne on your face but the skin on the bum can withstand harsher treatment. So, it is not advisable to use the same products for your face and your bum because …