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The Nigerian medical services sector got a huge lift as the university of Nigeria, UNN, School of Medication delivered 207 youthful clinical experts. Among the alumni, 165 have become clinical specialists, while 42 have become dental specialists. Ekweanaedo News also noted that, there is a higher number of female doctors compared to their male counterparts…
No fewer than 42 persons have reportedly died of sickle cell disease in Anambra State recently. The Director, Sickle Cell Orphanage Home, Agulu, Anambra State, Aisha Edwards Maduagwu disclosed this at the weekend during a visit to the home by members of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) in the State. Sickle cell anemia is…
Fibroids are noncancerous growths of the uterus that often appear during childbearing years. They are composed of muscle and fibrous tissue and can vary in size. While they are usually not dangerous, they can cause discomfort and, in some cases, lead to complications. Treatment options range from medication to surgical procedures, depending on the severity…
The Deaf Women Association of Nigeria (DWAN) has called on health institutions to employ interpreters for effective communication between deaf patients and medical staff of the institution. Zonal secretary of DWAN, Mrs Miyawa Mshelia, made the call at the North East zonal annual general meeting and conference held in Bauchi yesterday. She said clear communication…
Nearly 60 percent of people erroneously believe that antibiotics are effective in treating a cold, according to a recent survey in Japan, with medical experts warning their misuse and overuse can increase antimicrobial resistance. Both the common cold and influenza are viral infections, meaning antibiotics are ineffective treatments. The same is true of a sore…
The district governor of Rotary International in District 9125, Rtn Sagab Ahmed Sani, has said Nigeria should be optimistic and hopeful that an end to Polio is here. Ahmed said Rotary International wants to see a polio-free world with the efforts that began in the early 1980s in 200 endemic countries. He stated this during…
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It’s characterised by a cycle of intrusive, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviours or mental acts (compulsions) aimed at reducing the anxiety and distress caused by these obsessions. OCD can have a significant impact on a person’s daily life, but with…
The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) in Taraba State has lamented the shortage of doctors in the state, asking the state government to tackle the trend if truly it wants to ensure improved healthcare delivery. The association said it has set up a special committee to check the activities of quacks in the profession The NMA…
The prostate is a small gland located in the male reproductive system situated below the bladder and in front of the rectum. The main function of the prostate is to produce fluid that nourishes and transports sperm. As men age, the prostate can sometimes develop health issues, such as enlargement (benign prostatic hyperplasia) or in…
A birth canal delivery, also known as a vaginal birth, is a natural process where a baby is delivered through the mother’s vagina. It’s the most common method of childbirth. Vaginal delivery can have various effects, both short-term and long-term, on both the mother and the baby: For the Mother: Short-term discomfort and recovery: After…
