Health group urges government to enforce salt limits, mandate food warning labels
According to NHED, the current level of salt consumption in Nigeria is far above the global recommendation, largely due to ...
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Controversial Nigerian pastor claims Pope Francis killed by coronavirus vaccine
“They will not tell you the truth. That's what I'm telling you”.
PT Health Watch: Why stroke is affecting more young Nigerians – Researcher
According to Mr Aderinto, a stroke occurs when part of the brain is deprived of adequate blood supply, either through ...
‘My father wants to tarnish my name, career’- Asake
“…I stand firm because they can't kill my glory.”
Nollywood actor John Amaefule suffers stroke, seeks financial support
“They need to do lipid panel test, Hemoglobin Alc test, Electrolyte urea and creatinine test for him,”.
Stress, risk factor for high blood pressure, sudden death – Cardiologist
He said high blood pressure is a major risk factor for cardiovascular diseases particularly stroke and heart attack
Regular oral checks can help detect underlying diseases – Expert
He said oral hygiene is key and essential to the general well-being of the body
WNTD: WHO calls for ban on public smoking, vaping in Africa
Mrs Moeti said African countries need to implement stringent measures to protect children from the usage of tobacco and nicotine ...
Actor Amaechi Muonagor dies at 62
The late actor suffered a stroke and sought financial support from his fans in November 2023.
From stroke to stone!, By Toyin Falola
...the transformative trajectory from a state of physical debilitation to one of resilience and intellectual illumination transcends the realm of ...
Working 55 hours or more weekly kills 745,000 people — WHO, ILO
WHO says its study concluded that working 55 or more hours per week was associated with an estimated 35 per ...
Ailing actor Alabi Yellow receives N10 million support
Alabi Yellow, who suffered a stroke after his wife’s death, has since been moved to a hospital for medical attention.
Mr Ibu debunks report he is down with stroke
In a video published on Instagram on Thursday night, the 56-year-old actor, who is seen embracing his wife, said he ...
Artificially sweetened beverages increase stroke risk – Study
Drinking over two artificially sweetened beverages a day, could increase the risk of all types of stroke.
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World Stroke Day: Key facts to know about condition
WHO data for 2018 life expectancy listed stroke among the major causes of death in Nigeria.
Life expectancy in Nigeria now 55 years – WHO
The report shows that residents in Nigeria are liable to die of sicknesses and diseases, as well as other causes.
Mothers with more children face higher heart attack risk – Study
Having five or more kids is associated with a 40-per cent increased risk of a serious heart disease in the ...
Seven million people die annually from polluted air – WHO
A new data from WHO shows that 9 out of 10 people breathe air containing high levels of pollutants.
Major health stories in the news last week
About 59 million children in Africa have stunted growth.
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About 95% of world population breathe unsafe air – Research
Air pollution contributed to millions of deaths in 2016.
