Health

Why pregnant women should complete five doses of tetanus vaccine —Gynaecologists

Why pregnant women should complete five doses of tetanus vaccine —Gynaecologists

Gynaecologists urge pregnant women to complete five doses of tetanus vaccine for lifelong immunity, protecting both mother and baby from this deadly diseas Read More…

Don’t interrupt babies’ sleep without medical reason, paediatricians tell parents

Don’t interrupt babies’ sleep without medical reason, paediatricians tell parents

Paediatricians advise parents against unnecessarily interrupting baby sleep, warning it can affect brain development and growth. Learn why adequate baby sl Read More…

Rand Paul releases Anthony Fauci's pandemic-era diary notes. Here's what they tell us

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Rand Paul releases Anthony Fauci's pandemic-era diary notes. Here's what they tell us

Sen. Rand Paul has released a tranche of Dr. Anthony Fauci's diary entries from the COVID-19 pandemic. Fauci is set to appear before a Senate committee Wednesday on the origins of the coronavirus. (Image credit: Chip Somodevilla)

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Rotary Club unveils health projects under first female president

The Rotary Club of Banana Island, Ikoyi, installs its first female president, Dr. Modupe Olorunnimbe, who unveils new health projects and community initiat Read More…

Scottish swimmer with terminal cancer wins hearts at Commonwealth Games

Scottish swimmer with terminal cancer wins hearts at Commonwealth Games

There is a very real chance Archie Goodburn won’t live beyond the age of 40. Yet the inspirational 25-year-old has just competed in a major international final.

Albertans can pay for MRIs and other tests without a doctor's referral, as of Friday

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Albertans can pay for MRIs and other tests without a doctor's referral, as of Friday

The new system, which has already sparked concern among doctors and some health care advocacy groups, has been in the works for months. It allows Albertans to self-refer and pay for MRIs, CT scans, ultrasounds and X-rays.

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Woman stabs boyfriend, cuts off manhood in Kano

Woman stabs boyfriend, cuts off manhood in Kano

A woman has been arrested in Kano for allegedly stabbing her boyfriend and completely severing his manhood. The victim is receiving medical treatment. Read More: https://punchng.com/woman-stabs-boyfriend-cuts-off-manhood-in-kano/

Mother-daughter duo to reignite light at Melbourne's dormant Star

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Mother-daughter duo to reignite light at Melbourne's dormant Star

A mother with terminal cancer and her daughter, who has a rare disease, will turn the lights back on at the Melbourne Star attraction after a five-year closure.

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Thailand steps up wellness tourism growth ambitions

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Thailand steps up wellness tourism growth ambitions

Thailand is positioning itself as a leading destination for wellness and longevity in Asia within three years, combining modern medical technology, world-class tourism and traditional Thai medicine.

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Carly Simon diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, treated for skin cancer

Carly Simon diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, treated for skin cancer

Singer Carly Simon has been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease and was recently treated for skin cancer, the singer shared in a statement provided to The Associated Press.

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Pints to pills: how New Zealand hops can fight obesity

Calocurb, a New Zealand dietary supplement made from hop flowers, has delivered impressive clinical study results, according to some weight-loss experts

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PICTORIAL: Lagos shuts six steel firms over environmental violations

PICTORIAL: Lagos shuts six steel firms over environmental violations

Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) has sealed six steel firms in Ikorodu for environmental violations, posing threats to public health. Read More…