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A “spot of incision” typically refers to the specific area on the body where a surgical cut or opening is made. It’s the location where a surgeon makes an intentional, controlled cut to perform a surgical procedure. After a procedure, it’s important to take good care of the incision site. Here are some general care…
Relief has finally come for the John Okafor otherwise known as Mr Ibu and his family after the Abubakar Bukola Saraki Foundation says it has fully covered the medical expenses of the ailing Nollywood actor. Announcing this in a statement shared on its Facebook page on Friday, the foundation urged others to come forward and…
The uterus, also known as the womb, is a pear-shaped organ located in the lower abdomen of a female body. It is a vital part of the female reproductive system. The uterus plays a crucial role in menstruation, pregnancy, and childbirth. During the menstrual cycle, the lining of the uterus thickens in preparation for a…
A cesarean section, often abbreviated as C-section, is a surgical procedure used to deliver a baby through an incision made in the mother’s abdomen and uterus. It’s typically performed when a vaginal birth may pose risks to the mother, baby or even both of them in certain medical conditions. A cesarean section is performed by…
What is halitosis? Halitosis is an oral health problem where the main symptom is bad-smelling breath. In most cases, finding the cause of the bad breath is the first step toward treating this preventable condition. It is also known as fetor oris. Halitosis can cause significant worry, embarrassment, and anxiety Bad breath affects an estimated…
The Huggies Company Representatives paid a visit to fresh nursing mothers in the hospital wards at Obioma Specialist Hospital Nnewichi, Nnewi North Local Government Area of Anambra state today. Huggies is popular American company that manufacture disposable diapers and baby wipes. Huggies first test marketed in 1968, then introduced to the public in 1977 to replace the Kimbies brand has been…
Okra, also known as lady’s fingers, is believed to have originated in Africa and was cultivated by ancient Egyptians around 12th century BCE. It later spread to the Middle East, India, and Southeast Asia. Okra was introduced to the Americas during the Atlantic slave trade, and it became a staple in Southern United States cuisine….
The exercise, which was held on the 14th of October at the National Orthopedic Hospital, Igbobi, Lagos, had over 50 Pyrates and non-members in attendance. The Capoon of Zanas Deck Lagos, Nnamdi Agulonu, who led other members on the blood donation drive, said the association heeded the call to save lives, revealing it is the…
The Nigerian Optometric Association, FCT chapter, has enjoined Nigerians to go for regular eye check up, and also adopt measures to protect their eyes in their work places. The association gave the advice yesterday in Abuja during an awareness walk, and free eye screening and treatment exercise it organized, to mark this year’s World Sight…
Vaccination is a simple, safe, and efficacious way of safeguarding people against dangerous diseases, before they come into contact with them. This involves the administration of vaccines to aid the immune system develop stronger and better immunity against diseases. The basis for vaccination began in 1796 by an English doctor Edward Jenner.Jenner first attempted his…
