Health

Nigeria has the highest rate of maternal morbidity and mortality i.e death and injuries during pregnancy or childbirth. One of the many reasons is inability to access affordable , low cost quality health services and this is where outreach…

Most people eat oats for breakfast and as a replacement for regular cereal. The grain has gained a lot of health enthusiast as fans, and this has made oats a staple in many diets. It is interesting to note that oats not only have fibre but…

Menopause is a phase dreaded . nearly all women from around the world, and it’s no surprise why. Along with severely ‘blue’ moods, hot flashes, and sleeplessness, comes the problem of putting on weight, especially near the stomach area.…

It goes without saying that you want nothing more than your dog to be healthy and happy. They’re like a member of the family, after all! But since dogs can’t exactly talk, it’s hard to know when they’re not feeling well. That’s why knowing…

Stretch marks are narrow streaks or lines that occur on the surface of the skin when it is stretched. Both men and women are susceptible to stretch marks, particularly on the thighs, hips, arms, buttocks, abdominal area, and lower back.…

Ever heard of black seed oil? Black seed oil has been used for centuries, especially in the middle east for health and other purposes. The black seed oil contains anti-oxidants that have great benefits to the health. These benefits…

Every woman wants to have a child of her own sometime in her lifetime and when it’s not coming at the right time, worry sets in. Worried about getting pregnant? The first step to solving that problem is to take in some air and breathe. In…

Dr Ogidi Ohuonu, a Resident Optometrist, has advised Nigerians to give attention to their eye care to ensure improved vision. Ohuonu gave the advice in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) at a free eye screening for members…

Biologically, skin is the outermost layer of the human and animal body. It is the natural body cover that protects and has a sense of touch. Skin is that cover that is permanently on your body, this is the part of your body that is visible…

When we talk about eating meat, the types of meat that come to mind are beef, turkey, chicken, pork and lamb. These are the favorite of most families and are widely available throughout the country. However, there is a category of meat –…