As part of its unwavering commitment to preventive healthcare, Avon HMO, one of Nigeria’s leading health management organisations(HMO), held a free hypertension awareness and screening outreach tagged ‘No Tension’ in Marina, Lagos. The outreach was part of the organisation’s corporate social responsibility
"Why should Nigerians wear sunscreen?" This was a question we received during this year's UV Awareness Month, providing a perfect opportunity to educate more people. The short answer is yes, you should wear sunscreen. Let's dive into why. You've probably heard
As we get older, nutrition rules change—or at least get stricter. Some vitamins, such as B12, become even more important with time. But at what age do we need to make changes? Dietary experts believe that these recommendations should be addressed
Ever tried asking a Nigerian to volunteer for blood donation? It’s definitely one of the most awkward things ever, especially due to the ton of misconceptions about stuff like that. Blood is somewhat seen with some sort of reverence in our
We’ve all been there – you’re about to dig into your favourite small chops, maybe a plate of puff-puff or samosa, and someone suddenly warns, “That’s bad for your cholesterol!” If you’re anything like most Nigerians, your first thought might be,
This week, we’re diving into a question that might surprise some people: Can you catch a sexually transmitted infection (STI) from oral sex? Short answer: Yes. You might not realize it, but you can get an STI from oral sex. Any
On Wednesday, 14th August 2024, the Africa Centre for Disease Control officially declared the ongoing #mpox outbreak a Public Health Emergency of Continental Security. This was in response to the rising number of cases across Africa (13 countries, 2,863 confirmed cases
Let's talk about something serious but necessary: sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), also known as sexually transmitted infections (STIs). These infections can spread through vaginal, oral, or anal sex, and any sexually active person is at risk. Most people get the basics,
Ever wonder which foods can last forever? Whether you're preparing for an emergency, aiming to reduce waste, or just curious about which items you can keep in your pantry without worrying about expiration dates, several foods never expire. Here are seven
Food expiry dates don't mean what you think Have you ever found yourself staring at a "best-before" or "expiry" date on a food item, wondering if it's still safe to eat? Many of us have been conditioned to believe that once
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