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*The deadly game of medical quackery: How fake pharmacies are killing Nigerians (II)*
By Fatima DAMAGUM
Madam comfort was rushed into the emergency room by relatives. She was vomiting blood. Her mouth, blouse and wrapper were all stained with gruesome streaks of bright red blood. Her husband was alarmed, his eyes looking around in…Read More
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Sickle Cell anaemia truly came as a result of nature’s fight against Malaria about 7500 years ago, and it took place first in the rainforest of today’s Cameroon before spreading across West Africa through Bantu migration.
The worrying aspect about Sicke Cell disease is that we should have eradicated it like 30 years ago through artificial…Read More
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Babies are born with the ability to see, though their vision develops rapidly in the first few months, reaching near-adult levels by around 3-5 years old.
Here’s a more detailed breakdown of infant vision development:
Newborns: Can see objects 6-10 inches away, focusing on faces and high-contrast patterns. They see in black and white and shades…Read More -
Automatic and Manual Blood Pressure Readers
Automatic blood pressure readers (digital monitors) are not the same as manual blood pressure readers; while both measure blood pressure, manual readers require a stethoscope to listen for blood flow while inflating a cuff, whereas automatic readers use sensors to detect blood pressure…Read More
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*DEAR SENIOR CITIZENS , REMEMBER THAT* :
1. Eggs are good for the brain.
2. Water is good for the kidneys.
3. Cabbage is good for the liver.
4. Cucumber is good for the skin.
5. Oranges are good for the colon.
6. Carrots are good for the eyes.
7. Ginger is good for the lungs.
8. Avocado is good for the heart.
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Is loneliness the same as depression?
No, loneliness and depression are not the same thing, but they are related:
Loneliness
A feeling that you don’t have close personal relationships that make you feel secure, comforted, and content. People who are lonely may:
Have more depressive symptoms
Be less happy and satisfied
Be more pessimistic…Read More1 Comment-
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Is it really lonely at the top ?
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Scientists Found A Way To Turn Cancer Cells Back Into Normal Cells
Researchers in Korea have made a groundbreaking discovery in cancer treatment, potentially revolutionizing how we approach this complex disease. Instead of focusing on killing cancer cells, which often leads to harmful side effects, they have found a way to revert them back to a…Read More
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This is good news
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Thank you.
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Good one
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The main difference between a chest infection and pneumonia is the part of the respiratory system that’s affected and the type of infection:
Chest infection
A general term for an infection in the lungs or airways. The two most common types of chest infections are bronchitis and pneumonia.
Pneumonia
An infection that attacks the air sacs in…Read More![]()
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Was any of your teeth removed before? Not to worry. They can grow again if you want. This is FUNCTIONAL APPLIED TECHNOLOGY.
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This is a good development. Instead of using artificial teeth, people can grow new teeth again.
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Attention African Researchers!
The African Research Network for Neglected Tropical Diseases (ARNTD) is offering Small Grants (up to $70,000 USD) for research on neglected tropical diseases (NTDs).
Who can apply?
* Early-career researchers (Master’s or PhD)
* Mid-career researchers (previous SGP grantees)
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Determine Your Age With This Sound Test. The Point At Which You Stop Hearing the sound . This Is Your Age .
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If your calendar age (the number of years since your birth) and biological age (your body’s physiological age, determined by various health markers) are similar, it generally indicates that your physical health is aligned with your chronological age. Here are some implications:
*Positive signs:*
1. Healthy lifestyle: Your lifestyle habits, such…Read More
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Emeka Madu arrested for making Fake Malaria Drugs in an uncompleted building in Ikotun Lagos state. Emeka and his cohorts were arrested at the site where they were manufacturing fake drugs to sell to Nigerians “k!lling thousands of…Read More
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Mpox: African countries have beaten disease outbreaks before – here’s what it takes https://theconversation.com/mpox-african-countries-have-beaten-disease-outbreaks-before-heres-what-it-takes-237238?utm_source=whatsapp&utm_medium=bylinewhatsappbutton
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*Pathogenesis and Laboratory Diagnosis of Mpox: An Overview*
**Introduction**
Monkeypox (mpox), an emerging zoonotic disease caused by the *Monkeypox virus* (MPXV), has garnered global attention due to its increasing spread, particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa. As of August 2024, Sub-Saharan Africa remains the epicenter of the epidemic, with…Read More1 Comment-
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Why is it that animals these days have been posing a serious health problems and threat to humans?
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Mpox is the other name for monkeypox. Mpox is an infectious viral disease that can occur in humans and other animals. Symptoms include a rash that forms blisters and then crusts over, fever, and swollen lymph nodes. The illness is usually mild, and most of infected individuals recover within a few weeks without treatment.
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Okay sir
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Thank you sir
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Like seriously?
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Thanks allot dad