Health

Refuse heaps linger in Oshodi despite Sanwo-Olu’s evacuation order

Despite Governor Sanwo-Olu’s order, refuse heaps persist in Oshodi, causing health concerns. LAWMA promises immediate evacuation of Oshodi refuse. Read More…

Study flags need to monitor frailty risks with GLP-1 drugs for older adults

Experts say the study findings do not show that the GLP-1 obesity drug Zepbound causes adverse outcomes.

12-year-old gorilla gets what may be the world’s first skull surgery of its kind

A young gorilla named Mizani received groundbreaking skull surgery for a severe infection. Veterinarians discovered the infection had spread into parts of his skull behind the ear. This complex procedure, a mastoidectomy, was performed by…

‘He chased and stabbed her’: Daylight horror at Pilibhit Medical College as student kills fellow paramedical

Health regulator flags fake bottles of Gran Centenario tequila following deadly poisonings

The Federal Commission for the Protection against Sanitary Risks (Cofepris) issued a warning on Monday due to the “falsification and adulteration” of bottles of Gran Centenario Anejo (aged) tequila. The warning comes after bottles of…

US examines produce items including lettuce amid cyclosporiasis outbreak

Cyclosporiasis is a parasitic intestinal infection that causes diarrhoea, nausea and other gastrointestinal symptoms.

What to know about the US outbreak of cyclosporiasis intestinal illness

Michigan is the hardest-hit state, with 3,309 cases reported.

MPs call for ban on fast food outlets opening near schools to tackle obesity

Commons health committee also recommends end to junk food advertising on billboards and public transport Fast food chains such as KFC should be stopped from opening near schools, and advertising for junk food on billboards and public…

Baby Rufus in urgent need of heart donation, Hong Kong health authorities say

Hong Kong health authorities have made an urgent appeal for a heart transplant for a six-month-old boy in a critical condition, saying the Hospital Authority will also seek assistance from mainland China soon. An authority spokesman said…

Vietnam boat survivor: Captain jumped, so did I

A survivor described the sudden Vietnam boat tragedy where the captain jumped overboard. He explained that only those who followed him into the water managed to escape. The closed boat prevented rear passengers from exiting, leading to…

WHO launches first trial of antiviral to prevent Bundibugyo strain of Ebola

The World Health Organization launched the first clinical trial on Tuesday to test whether an antiviral drug can prevent infection in people exposed to the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo, as the outbreak…

World Cup: Majestic Spain stuns France to reach final

ARLINGTON, United States — Spain stunned tournament favourites France 2-0 to reach the World Cup final on Tuesday, producing a tactical masterpiece to shatter Les Bleus’ dreams of winning the title for the third time. A first-half penalty…