Tomatoes are a staple ingredient in many homes, especially in Nigeria; however, when they become rotten and moldy, eating them can pose serious dangers and health risks, exposing the body to harmful bacteria and toxins. Recently, the Lagos State Government warned residents against buying or consuming spoiled tomatoes, popularly known as “Ata Esha,” due to the health risks associated with...
PCOS officially has a new name, PMOS. For years, millions of women around the world have known the hormonal condition called polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). PCOS is a common hormonal disorder affecting one in eight women of reproductive age worldwide. However, medical experts have worked for more than one decade to rename it Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS). The consensus was published...
Kidney cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting adults worldwide, yet many people know very little about it until someone they know is diagnosed. Kidney cancer occurs when abnormal cells in the kidney grow uncontrollably and form a tumor. Here are important facts to know about it. 1. Not all kidney tumors are cancerous About 1 in 4...
A recent outbreak of Hantavirus has sparked global attention in 2026, raising concerns among health authorities worldwide. While experts say the overall risk remains low, the unusual circumstances of this outbreak have made it a topic of international concern. In this article, we provide a breakdown of what it is, its origin, key facts & symptoms. What is hantavirus? Hantavirus...
Lower abdominal pain is one of the most common health complaints among women, yet it is often misunderstood or ignored. Many women assume that pain in the lower belly is simply part of being female, especially when it happens around menstruation. While this can sometimes be true, lower abdominal pain can also be your body’s way of alerting you to...
A recent controversy involving Bon Bread has sparked widespread online conversation after a shop owner on TikTok posted a video showing a loaf of bread that has lasted over two months and still felt very fresh without any signs of spoilage or mold. Although no brand was explicitly mentioned, social media users linked the claim to Bon Bread based on...
Tourette syndrome (TS), also known as Tourette’s, is a neurological disorder that begins in childhood or adolescence. The disorder usually causes repeated, involuntary movements and sounds that can’t be easily controlled, known as tics. Most symptoms reduce or disappear in adulthood. While it is incurable, treatment that includes behavioural therapies (CBIT) can help manage the disorder. The exact cause of...
An intense heatwave is currently being experienced in Nigeria with no end in sight till the seasonal rains start this month (May), according to reports. A heat wave is a period of excessively hot weather, which may be accompanied by high humidity, especially in oceanic-climate countries. A heat wave occurs when a system of high atmospheric pressure moves into an area...
Have you been trying to get pregnant after about a year of unprotected sex? There may be underlying factors and habits affecting your fertility that you aren’t taking note of. Here are some of them. 1. Taking certain medications Drugs like antibiotics, antimalarial treatments, and other drugs you are taking for some diseases or infections may affect your fertility....
Lassa fever is a disease that remains a serious public health concern in Nigeria and other parts of West Africa. Although it has existed for decades, seasonal outbreaks continue to raise alarm due to their potential severity and high fatality rate when treatment is delayed. According to the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC), Nigeria recorded a rise...