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28Sep By snowmediatvNo Comments

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BREAKING : Rwanda confirms Marburg virus cases

The Rwanda Government has confirmed cases of Marburg cirus disease. In a statement on Friday, the country’s health ministry said the cases were confirmed in a “few patients” in health facilities. Marburg virus is a highly infectious haemorrhagic fever in the same family as Ebola. It is spread to humans by fruit bats and transmitted through direct contact with bodily fluids of infected people and surfaces. Illness begins abruptly and many patients develop severe haemorrhagic signs within seven days. There are no vaccines or antiviral treatments approved to treat the virus. The Rwandan health ministry said investigations are being carried out to determine the origin of the infection. The statement reads, “Enhanced preventive measures are being implemented in all health fac...

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24Sep By snowmediatvNo Comments

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Almost 30,000 suspected monkeypox cases recorded in Africa this year – WHO

Nearly 30,000 suspected cases of mpox have been reported across Africa so far this year, with the majority occurring in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), where testing capabilities have been exhausted, the World Health Organization (WHO) announced on Monday, September 23.  Over 800 people have died from suspected mpox infections during the same period. In addition to the DRC, neighboring Burundi has also seen a growing outbreak of the virus, which typically spreads through close contact. Although mpox is usually mild, it can be fatal in rare cases and is characterized by flu-like symptoms and pus-filled lesions on the body. The WHO did not provide comparative figures from previous years, but the African Union's public health agency reported a 78.5% increase in new c...

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20Sep By snowmediatvNo Comments

Health, News

BREAKING : Rwanda becomes first in Africa to begin Mpox vaccination

Rwanda has become the first country in Africa to administer vaccines against the Mpox virus.  The African Union’s Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) announced on Thursday, September 19, that several hundred high-risk individuals in Rwanda received the mpox vaccine earlier this week.  The initial batch of 300 doses was administered on Tuesday, September 17, near Rwanda’s border with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), which has been the hardest-hit by the virus, reporting nearly 22,000 cases and over 700 deaths between January and August.  Africa CDC Director General Jean Kaseya confirmed that the DRC is set to begin its own vaccination campaign in the first week of October. Mpox, previously known as monkeypox, is a viral infection...

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18Sep By snowmediatvNo Comments

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UODATE : NCDC reports higher Mpox infection among males in Nigeria

Statistics from the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention have shown that more of those getting infected with Mpox in Nigeria are males. According to figures posted on the NCDC website on Monday, September 16, 67 per cent of Mpox cases recorded since January 2024 were in males.  The agency said, “Men are predominantly affected, accounting for approximately 70 per cent of 6,001 suspected and confirmed Mpox cases recorded in Nigeria since September 2017, when the first confirmed cases occurred.”  The figures revealed that a total of 1,031 suspected cases have been reported across 47 local government areas in 23 states and the Federal Capital Territory, with 67 confirmed cases in 2024. The age and sex distribution in the report showed that children un...

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13Sep By snowmediatvNo Comments

Health

Pharmacy Council closes 666 illegal medicine shops in Kaduna

For operating in violation of National Drug Distribution Guidelines, the Pharmacy Council of Nigeria (PCN) has closed 666 unregistered medicine shops in Kaduna State. The enforcement action commenced earlier this week, focusing on open drug markets and other locations where medicines were sold without proper registration and oversight. Briefing newsmen in Kaduna on Thursday, the PCN Director of Enforcement, Pharm. Stephen Esumobi, explained that the initiative aimed to ensure the safe and effective distribution of medicines, safeguard public health, and prevent the sale of harmful substances within the state. According to him, the crackdown involved 895 premises, including 47 pharmacies, 313 patent medicine shops, and 306 illegal medicine shops. During the enforcement, 9 compli...

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9Sep By snowmediatvNo Comments

Health, Sports

Murdered Ugandan Olympic athlete, Rebecca Cheptegei to be buried September 14

The funeral for Ugandan Olympic runner Rebecca Cheptegei, who died in Kenya after being set on fire by her ex-boyfriend, will be held on September 14 in her home country. The 33-year-old, who competed in the women’s marathon at the Paris Olympics last month, succumbed to severe burns on Thursday, September 5, four days after being doused with petrol and set alight at her home in western Kenya. Doctors said she had suffered burns to more than 80 per cent of her body after the attack on Sunday last week. The attack was carried out by Cheptegei’s Kenyan partner, Dickson Ndiema Marangach, who also suffered serious burns and is being treated in hospital. “The burial date of Rebecca Cheptegei has been set for September 14, in Kongasis sub-county in Bukwo district (e...

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6Sep By snowmediatvNo Comments

Health

Canadian Government Supports Nigeria with $23m in Building Oxygen Plants

Canadian High Commissioner James Christoff has announced Canada’s $23m contribution to oxygen plants in Nigeria, enhancing healthcare through UNICEF collaboration. The Canadian High Commissioner to Nigeria, Mr James Christoff, has revealed that the government of Canada in a bid to respond to health intervention calls supported the Nigerian government with $23million in the building of oxygen plants across nine states in the country. Christoff who made the disclosure Tuesday, during his visit to the newly commissioned Pressure Swing Adsorption (PSA) oxygen plant at the General Hospital Nchia, Eleme, Rivers State, said the support was made through the United Nations Children Emergency Fund (UNICEF). It would be recalled that the Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, ...

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5Sep By snowmediatvNo Comments

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Primary healthcare can tackle 90% of diseases – UNICEF

The United Nations Children’s Fund said Primary Health Care is important and it is the cornerstone of the health sector. The Chief of Health for UNICEF Nigeria, Dr Eduardo Celades, said this on Wednesday in Dutse, Jigawa State at a two-day media dialogue and field trip on ‘Strengthening PHC systems: the United Nations Children’s Fund PHC Memorandum of Understanding in Jigawa State,’ organised by UNICEF and the Child Rights Information Bureau of the Federal Ministry of Information. The MoU was signed in 2022 between the Jigawa State Government, the Federal Government, the Nigeria Governors Forum, Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, and UNICEF to improve routine immunisation, and PHC systems, and reduce deaths, particularly among women and children. Celades said, “Primary health care is imp...

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3Sep By snowmediatvNo Comments

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Within 6 months – WHO sets targets to end Mpox outbreaks in Africa

The World Health Organisation, WHO, has set a target of halting mpox outbreaks in Africa within the next six months. This announcement came as the first vaccine shipments are expected to arrive in the Democratic Republic of Congo, DRC, in the coming days. Africa, particularly the DRC, with over 18,000 suspected cases and 629 deaths, has received only a fraction of the vaccines to combat the virus. At a press briefing on Monday, September 2, WHO Director-General, Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus expressed confidence in ending the outbreaks, citing strong government leadership and collaborative partnerships. In August, WHO declared mpox outbreaks a global emergency to spur a more robust international response even though a new strain of mpox known as clade1b, has been identi...

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29Aug By snowmediatvNo Comments

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Man gets food poisoning in his pen!s after an intimate moment with his wife

Doctors have treated the first-ever case of rice-related food poisoning which affected the genital region.  According to Mail Online, a 38-year-old was treated by urologists after suffering redness, swelling, and scabbing on his pen!s, which had persisted for a week. Further investigations revealed that the troubling symptoms had begun soon after he'd suffered severe diarrhoea and vomiting. The doctors, at the American University of Beirut Medical Center in Lebanon, where he was treated, took a swab of the man's penis to test for infection. The patient had eaten a meal containing rice with his family just a day before his symptoms started. They found evidence of the bacteria bacillus cereus, which is usually found in rice that's been left out at r...

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28Aug By snowmediatvNo Comments

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BREAKING : Monkeypox spreads to 19 Nigerian states

The Mpox outbreak continues to spread across Nigeria, affecting 30 local government areas in 19 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), with 40 confirmed cases reported. The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) also indicated that there are 802 suspected cases across 33 states. This alarming development comes just days before the United States government's donation of 10,000 doses of Mpox vaccines to Nigeria, a timely intervention as the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Africa Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (ACDC) have declared Mpox a Public Health Emergency of International and Continental Concern (PHEIC/PHECC). The NCDC’s latest data reveals that the confirmed cases were identified as of August 19, marking the beginning of the 34th ...

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27Aug By snowmediatvNo Comments

Education, Health

BREAKING : US donates 10,000 Mpox vaccine doses to Nigeria

The government of the United States of America donated 10,000 doses of the Jynneos vaccine to Nigeria on Tuesday. Jynneos is a vaccine approved by the Food and Drug Administration for the prevention of smallpox and mpox in adults aged 18 years and older who are at risk of mpox infection. Speaking during the official handover of the mpox vaccine to Nigeria in Abuja, the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof Muhammad Pate, thanked the US government for the donation and stated that the Federal Government is committed to improving the well-being of Nigerians. Pate, represented by the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Daju Kachollom, said, “This is a spirit of cooperation and collaboration through the years, and this vaccine will be of great help to us. The Federa...

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25Aug By snowmediatvNo Comments

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People living with HIV/AIDS are at higher risk of contracting monkeypox – NACA issues advisory

The National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA) has issued a crucial advisory for people living with HIV/AIDS (PLWH) as Mpox (formerly known as Monkeypox) continues to spread across the continent and within the country.  The agency emphasizes that individuals with compromised immune systems are at heightened risk for more severe complications from the disease. NACA Director General Temitope Ilori underscored the importance of preventive measures for PLWH in light of the Mpox outbreak. Mpox, a rare viral zoonotic disease endemic to several African nations, is transmitted from animals to humans and can spread from person to person. The exact source of the virus remains unclear, though rodents, squirrels, and monkeys are suspected carriers. In a statement released by the Head...

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23Aug By snowmediatvNo Comments

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Former Lagos police spokesperson, Chike Oti, seeks N25m for kidney transplant

A former police spokesperson in Lagos State, ACP Chike Oti, is battling kidney disease and has appealed to Nigerians for financial assistance to undergo a kidney transplant. Oti, in a statement made available to the News Agency of Nigeria on Thursday, August 22, in Lagos, said he was recently diagnosed with fifth-stage renal failure and he needs about N25 million. He said, “My dear brothers and sisters, my name is ACP Chike Godwin Oti, recently transferred as ACP DFA, Railway Police Command, Ebutte Meta, Lagos. “I wish to inform you that I was recently diagnosed with fifth-stage renal failure, also known as an end-stage renal disease (kidney failure) occasioned by unmitigated high blood pressure at Lagoon Hospital, Bourdillion Street, Ikoyi, Lagos. “It is recommend...

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22Aug By snowmediatvNo Comments

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Thailand confirms Asia’s first known case of new monkeypox strain

Thailand has confirmed Asia's first known case of a new, more dangerous strain of mpox, in a patient who recently traveled to an African country. The patient, a 66-year-old European, arrived in Bangkok on August 14 and was hospitalized after showing symptoms consistent with mpox. The Department of Disease Control announced on Thursday, August 22, that laboratory tests confirmed the patient was infected with the mpox Clade 1b strain, a variant that is both more transmissible and deadlier than previous strains. “Thailand’s Department of Disease Control wishes to confirm the lab test result which shows mpox Clade 1b in a European patient,” the department stated, adding that the World Health Organization (WHO) would be informed of the development. The department has identified and is ...

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22Aug By snowmediatvNo Comments

Health, News, Polities

Fibroids Regrow After Surgery : Can Herbal Medications Cure Fibroids?

Fibroids, sometimes known as uterine myomas or leiomyomas, are non-cancerous tumours that grow within the uterus (womb) and are made of muscles and tissues varying in size. Many women are unaware they have fibroids because they do not have any symptoms, and approximately 20-80 percent of women develop fibroids during their reproductive years. It is not completely clear why fibroids appear in the first place but grow in response to estrogen stimulation. Estrogen is the primary sex hormone responsible for the development and regulation of the female reproductive system and secondary sex characteristics. As such, fibroids are very rare before puberty and after menopause — periods when ovarian estrogen production is low. Common Symptoms Of Fibroids Heavy menstrual bl...

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13Aug By snowmediatvNo Comments

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Africa CDC declares monkeypox a public health emergency

The Africa Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has officially declared mpox a "public health emergency of continental security."  This alarming declaration comes in response to the rapid spread of a new variant of the virus, known as Clade Ib, which has already resulted in over 13,700 cases and 450 deaths across the Democratic Republic of Congo since the beginning of the year. Mpox, a viral disease transmitted through close contact, typically causes flu-like symptoms and pus-filled lesions. While many cases are mild, the virus can be fatal, particularly with the more easily transmissible Clade Ib variant, which appears to spread quickly through routine close contact, including among children. Jean Kaseya, Director-General of the Africa CDC, announce...

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12Aug By snowmediatvNo Comments

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Health ministry mandates all Nigerian-bound travellers to fill health declaration form following outbreak of monkeypox in some African countries

The Ministry of Health has issued a new directive requiring all travellers entering Nigeria to fill and submit a health declaration form, following the outbreak of monkeypox (Mpox) in some parts of Africa.  The measure, which is aimed at curbing the spread of the disease is now effective for passengers arriving at the airports in Abuja and Lagos. Travellers can access and fill out the form online or opt to print and complete a physical copy. The ministry strongly encourages all passengers to submit the form online before departing their locations to avoid delays upon arrival in Nigeria. "The Nigeria Health Declaration Form must be filled out by all incoming passengers to Nigeria. Paper-based versions will be provided on arrival in Nigeria for passengers unable to fill the...

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9Aug By snowmediatvNo Comments

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NCDC registers seven new cases of Lassa fever

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has reported seven new cases of Lassa fever across Edo, Bauchi, and Kogi states. The cases, recorded between July 22 and July 28, highlight the ongoing challenge of managing the viral hemorrhagic illness in Nigeria. According to a statement released on Friday, August 9, via the NCDC's official website, Edo State reported four of the new cases, Bauchi State registered two, and Kogi State confirmed one case. Fortunately, no deaths were recorded during this period. Lassa fever, an acute viral hemorrhagic illness, is transmitted to humans through contact with food or household items contaminated by infected rodents or through contact with infected persons. Symptoms of the disease include fever, headache, sore throat, genera...

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9Aug By snowmediatvNo Comments

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Jigawa offers free healthcare to hypertension, diabetes, sickle cell patients

The Jigawa State Government said hypertension, diabetes and sickle cell patients will receive free healthcare services in the state. The Commissioner for Information, Youth, Sport and Culture, Mr Sagir Musa, made this known in a statement in Dutse, the state capital, on Friday. Musa said the State Executive Council, during its meeting on Thursday, approved that the state programme for Free Maternal Neonatal and Child Healthcare should also cover people with hypertension, diabetes and sickle cell for free treatment in all government-owned hospitals across the 27 Local government areas. He explained that the council also approved the disbursement of N179.2 million as Direct Facility Financing to the accredited Primary Healthcare Centers. Council, he said, also approved an ad...

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9Aug By snowmediatvNo Comments

Health, News

There’s a meal which can give you liver cancer if you take just one bite

One expert campaigning against the beloved dish claims it's a 'health burden' An delicacy branded a ‘health burden’ by officials could cause you to develop a fatal liver cancer after just one bite. Foodies will already be aware that Southeast Asian cuisine is best known for blending strong aromatic components with ingredients such as tamarind and lemongrass. And while you may have tucked into a couple of bowls of steaming Tofu Pad Thai and Gang Gai Khao Mun (Thai Chicken Curry) in your time, there’s another popular dish you probably haven’t tried. That’s because this cheap food is reportedly responsible for around 20,000 deaths per year. Locals are hesitant to the change due to the taste and convenience of the meal. (Wikimedia Commons) Despite consisting of m...

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3Aug By snowmediatvNo Comments

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Here’s What Happens When You Drink Coffee Every Day

It's a decades-old debate: Is drinking coffee every day good for my health or not? The answer is “yes,” although there are some potential downsides. According to the National Coffee Association (NCA), no one knows exactly when humans decided to dry and grind up coffee beans to brew and drink as a beverage, but most agree that the morning ritual began sometime in the middle of the 15th century. Recent data shows that Americans consume 146 billion cups of coffee per year, with the average coffee drinker consuming about 3 cups of joe per day. So what effect does a daily dose of caffeine in coffee have on our bodies? There is good news… and not-so-good news. Health Benefits of Daily Coffee Drinking Depending on how it's prepared and what you mix into it, coffee can have s...

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25Jul By snowmediatvNo Comments

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Rat disease with no cure has spread to humans and killed several people, experts warn

A rodent disease that can be spread to humans and has no cure has killed several people in the US and prompted a health warning. Cases of hantavirus, which is spread from rodents to people through viral droplets from handling materials with the animals’ urine, saliva or faeces, are on the rise, according to the Arizona Department of Health Services. Seven cases of Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome have been confirmed in Arizona. Three of them resulted in death. The syndrome "is a severe and sometimes fatal respiratory illness caused by the infection with hantavirus," the Arizona Department of Health Services stated in an advisory. In addition, there have been two hantavirus cases in California and one death. Symptoms include fever,...

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6Jul By snowmediatvNo Comments

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Menstrual cups: Experts weigh pros, cons, misconceptions

A growing trend among women is the switch from clothes, sanitary pads and tampons to menstrual cups. While it offers numerous benefits, DAILY POST’s Gift Oba in this report brings to light the hidden facts and its potential implications for women’s health and environmental sustainability. Over the years, women have had limited options to manage their menstrual flow, with many of them using thick cloth materials and sanitary pads as their go-to solutions. However, with technological advancements and innovative ideas, the world of menstrual management has undergone a revolution. Today, there’s a new kid on the block that’s taking the world by storm- the menstrual cup! To some, this innovative and sustainable solution is a complete game-changer, providing women with a more cost-ef...

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1Jul By snowmediatvNo Comments

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Cholera outbreak hits Kirikiri prison

The Lagos State government on Sunday, June 30, disclosed that 25 cases of severe gastroenteritis at Kirikiri Medium Security Prison were confirmed to be caused by cholera.  Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, while giving an update on the outbreak of cholera in the state, added that urgent med­ical and environmental interven­tion measures had been imple­mented with success.  “We were able to supply Kiriki­ri medium prison with intrave­nous fluids, infection prevention and other health consumables. “Additionally, the World Health Organisation (WHO) has donated 10,000 doses of pharmaceuticals which have been delivered to the prison to support prison health facilities with prevention strat­egies for about 3,200 inmates if required.  “Immediate water...

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29Jun By snowmediatvNo Comments

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Boost Your Health with a Daily Ginger Shot – Here’s How

As a health enthusiast, I have experimented with various morning routines over time, but one particular ritual has truly stood out for me - the daily consumption of a ginger shot. Initially, I only turned to this immunity-boosting elixir at the onset of a cold, but now, it has become an essential part of my daily regimen. The benefits I have experienced are undeniable, making me believe that incorporating a ginger shot into your day is as crucial as other wellness trends like lemon water, apple cider vinegar, and adaptogenic fungi. The Health Benefits of Ginger Shots Stabilizing Blood Sugar: Ginger plays a vital role in stabilizing blood sugar levels, which is essential for managing weight, sustaining energy levels, and promoting overall well-being. Its ability to support...

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23Jun By snowmediatvNo Comments

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Cause of Cholera outbreak in Lagos yet to be identified – Commissioner for Health, Akin Abayomi

Lagos State Commissioner for Health, Prof Akin Abayomi, has said that the cause of the cholera outbreak in the state is yet to be identified.  Akin Abayomi who gave an update on Saturday, June 22, said new cases were recorded as of 20th June 2024, 24 hours after the state announced an increase in deaths recorded from the disease. Infographics revealed that cases were reported from Agege, Badagry, Ikeja, Mushin, Ajeromi-Ifelodun, Epe, Ikorodu, Ojo, Alimosho, and Eti-Osa, Kosofe, Oshodi-Isolo, Amuwo-Odofin, Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos Island, Shomolu, Apapa, Ifako-Ijaiye, Lagos Mainland, and Surulere. Akin said the Emergency Operations Centre, in collaboration with all relevant partners, is actively engaged in contact tracing, community-based surveillance, awareness campaigns, sample te...

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22Jun By snowmediatvNo Comments

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Unregistered tiger nut drinks caused Lagos cholera outbreak – Govt

The Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Health, Dr Kemi Ogunyemi, has disclosed that unregistered tigernut drinks have been traced to be a major cause of the Cholera outbreak in the state.  In a chat with Punch, Ogunyemi said most of the patients who came for treatment said they took a particular tigernut drink in Eti-Osa local government area.  In her words; When there’s an outbreak like this, we have Environmental Health Services officials from the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Environment who go around ensuring that the environment is kept clean. So when we noticed an increase in cases in Eti-Osa Local Government Area of Lagos specifically, we went there to investigate.  We carried out a survey and found that the common denominator, which ...

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21Jun By snowmediatvNo Comments

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Fake Diabetes Drugs In Circulation – WHO Issues Worldwide Alert

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has issued a public caution concerning the circulation of fake diabetes medications that have been on the market since 2022, impacting every part of the globe. Naija News reports that the health organization, in a declaration, specifically mentioned issues with these fake drugs in the United Kingdom, the United States, and Brazil starting in October 2023. The issue involves Ozempic, a drug that includes the active ingredient semaglutide, which is also sanctioned in the EU for treating type 2 diabetes. According to WHO, the fake version is an exact replica of the genuine drug. Since it also reduces appetite, it’s being increasingly used for weight reduction. However, these fake medications might not have the correct dosage of acti...

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21Jun By snowmediatvNo Comments

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WHO announces resurgence of cholera in several regions of the world

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has announced a resurgence of cholera cases in several regions of the world, with almost 195,000 cases and over 1,900 deaths reported in 24 countries since the start of this year. This was revealed in a statement on Thursday, June 20. WHO announced that its Eastern Mediterranean Region reported the highest number of cases, followed by the African Region, the Region of the Americas, the Southeast Asia Region, and the European Region. WHO, in the statement also disclosed that there are no reported cases in the Western Region. The UN health agency said it exhausted its global stockpile of Oral Cholera Vaccines (OCV) by March but was able to exceed “the emergency target of five million doses in early June for the first time in 2024.”...

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21Jun By snowmediatvNo Comments

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UPDATE Cholera : Death toll rises to 37 as Lagos records 401 cases

Lara Adejoro, Bola Bamigbola, Amarachi Okeh and Olufemi Adediran •FG orders water analysis as outbreak spreads in Lagos, Ogun •Osun, C’River activate emergency response, five hospitalised No fewer than 37 deaths have been recorded in the current Cholera outbreak, which has hit 30 states, including Lagos and Ogun. The Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Health, Dr Kemi Ogunyemi, in a statement on Thursday by the Director of Public Affairs in the state Ministry of Health, Tunbosun Ogunbanwo, said the state had recorded an additional six cholera deaths as against the previous 15. On her part, the Ogun State Commissioner for Health, Dr Tomi Coker, told one of our correspondents that the state had recorded one death and 14 cases. The Nigeria Centre for Disease C...

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21Jun By snowmediatvNo Comments

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One dead, 5 hospitalized as Cholera spreads to Ogun State

Cholera has claimed the life of a 62-year-old woman in Ijebu-Igbo, Ijebu-North Local Government Area of Ogun State. The deceased woman became infected with the disease while caring for her infected child, who is now hospitalized. The incident was said to have occurred three days ago. Confirming the outbreak, Dr. Tomi Coker, the Commissioner for Health, said: "A 62-year-old woman died and five persons were hospitalised. It happened in Ijebu-Igbo in the Ijebu-North local government area of the state." The chairman of the Nigerian Medical Association, NMA, in the state, Dr. Kunle Ashimi, in a press conference on Thursday, June 20, acknowledged the widespread impact of cholera, which, according to him, has affected 30 states across the country, including Ogun. He noted t...

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20Jun By snowmediatvNo Comments

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Death toll increases to 21 with 401 people infected as Cholera Outbreak worsens in Lagos

The Lagos State Government says deaths from the cholera outbreak in the state have increased from 15 to 21, while infections also increased from 350 to 401 infections. Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Health, Dr Kemi Ogunyemi, said the rise in cases was anticipated following the Eid-el Kabir celebration, in which large gatherings occurred. Ogunyemi made the disclosure in an update released by Tunbosun Ogunbanwo, Director of Public Affairs in the state’s Ministry of Health on Thursday, June 20, in Lagos. She said the cases increased to 401 across Lagos, with Lagos Island, Kosofe, and Eti Osa, recording the highest numbers of infections. Ogunyemi, however, noted that suspected cases are subsiding across local government areas (LGAs), particularly in previous...

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20Jun By snowmediatvNo Comments

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NCDC Worry Over Cholera Spread, May Declare Emergency

The Director-General of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), Dr. Jide Idris, has indicated that the agency might declare a public health emergency if the ongoing cholera outbreak surpasses manageable thresholds. This statement was made during his speech at the Adetokunbo Alakija Memorial Travel Medicine Lecture held at the Civic Centre, Victoria Island, organized by the Nigerian Society of Travel Medicine. In response to escalating concerns, the World Health Organisation (WHO), the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), and the International Organisation for Migration convened an emergency meeting in Lagos to strategize on containment measures. The WHO Country Representative, Dr. Walter Mulombo, highlighted the urgency of the situation in a post on his X (formerly ...

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16Jun By snowmediatvNo Comments

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NCDC blames Cholera outbreak on poor sanitation

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has blamed the recent cholera outbreak in the country on poor sanitation and a shortage of resources.  The agency’s  Director General, Jide Idris who appeared on a Channels Television program on Saturday, June 15, to discuss the outbreak of the disease which has already claimed 15 lives in Lagos, called on governments to provide access to clean water and toilets as part of measures to prevent the outbreak of the disease. He said;  “If you go back to this cholera case, to me, it’s a problem of poor sanitation, both personal and environmental; it’s a problem of lack of access to water. The easiest way for good personal hygiene is hand-washing, especially after using the toilet, and before you cook your food.  “But ...

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15Jun By snowmediatvNo Comments

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Doctor warns against eating rotten tomatoes, pepper

A medical doctor, identified simply as Wales, has warned Nigerians to stay away from rotten tomatoes and pepper, known as ‘eesa’ or ‘baaje’ tomatoes. In a clip that went viral on social media, Wales stated that the continuous consumption of rotten tomatoes and/or pepper posed several health risks, and could lead to cancers, due to the presence of harmful microorganisms such as fungi, known to produce mycotoxins. Displaying rotten tomatoes on a plate, the doctor stressed that the tough economic situation should not be a reason for people to eat ‘poison’. He said, “Fellow Nigerians, good morning. I know that, because of the economy, you are saving money on so many things. But please, if you see this thing, (rotten tomatoes and peppers) in the market, run away. “Just becau...

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14Jun By snowmediatvNo Comments

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Lagos needs 30,000 medical practitioners – Commissioner begs new doctors amidst shortage of manpower due to migration

The Lagos State Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi has said that the shortage of manpower due to mass migration has led to a deficit of 30,000 medical professionals.  Abayomi pointed out that the trend of health professionals fleeing for greener pastures abroad has imposed a negative effect on the health sector in terms of availability of manpower.  The health commissioner stated this on Thursday, June 13, at the Lagos State University College of Medicine induction ceremony for its 18th set of graduating medical doctors and 8th set of graduating dental surgeons. He appealed to the inductees to specialise in various fields and contribute to improving the health sector in Nigeria. He said: “We have to start something and start from this graduation. Ther...

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11Jun By snowmediatvNo Comments

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BREAKING : Five die, 60 hospitalised in Lagos cholera outbreak

Five persons have reportedly died and 60 others hospitalized from the outbreak of severe gastroenteritis in communities around Eti Osa, Lagos Island, Ikorodu and Kosofe local government areas of Lagos State. The state Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, disclosed this while reacting to the state surveillance reports. Abayomi was quoted as saying the state government has issued a call for heightened vigilance and the adoption of precautionary measures to prevent the spread of a potential cholera outbreak in the state. The Commissioner further revealed that sadly five deaths have been recorded mainly from patients presenting late with extreme dehydration. “We have activated a statewide heightened surveillance and response. The Ministry of Health Directorate of Environm...

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11Jun By snowmediatvNo Comments

Health, Life Style, Life Styles

14 Health and Wellness Benefits of Female Orgasms {VIDEO}

Despite the elusive reputation, achieving climax is valuable to your health. Here are 14 benefits of orgasms — and they’re impressive. By Quinn · November 4, 2023 · 5 min read The conversation around what happens when a woman orgasms can be as elusive as the experience itself, but it’s time to dive in. A game-changer for women’s health and personal pleasure, orgasms are wrapped in mystery and misconceptions, but they don’t need to be. This wellness tool is a mood enhancer, confidence booster, and pain reliever — is there anything orgasms can’t do? The benefits of orgasms are real, and they’re wonderful. It’s the wellness secret you’ve been waiting to uncover.  Orgasms: A tool for health and well-being When holistically viewing sexual health, pleasure is the starting poi...

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7Jun By snowmediatvNo Comments

Health

Throw out foods in fridge after four-hour power outage – WHO advices

Kindly Share this Story Kindly leave your comment, like and share this story: The World Health Organisation (WHO) has said foods exposed to temperatures above 5 °C (41 °F) for over two hours can become unsafe to eat.  The organisation made this known today, June 7, in posts shared via X to commemorate the 2024 World Food Safety Day themed, “Food safety: prepare for the unexpected”. WHO wrote on X: "If there has been a power outage in your area, refrigerated or frozen food may not be safe to eat. Products can become unsafe if they have been exposed to temperatures above 5 °C for more than two hours. “After four hours of a power cut, the following apply: Throw out all perishable foods in your fridge, such as meat, poultry, fish, and leftovers.  “Throw ...

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6Jun By snowmediatvNo Comments

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6Jun By snowmediatvNo Comments

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Scientists identify a cause of inflammatory bowel disease

Researchers have made a "massive step forwards" with the discovery of a major cause of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), as well as finding that existing drugs could be used to treat the condition. IBD is the umbrella term for Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, and these diseases are becoming more common, with more than half a million people living with IBD in the UK as of 2022, nearly double the 300,000 previously estimated. Current treatments do not work in every patient and attempts to develop new drugs are often unsuccessful because of a lack of understanding about what causes IBD. In the study, researchers at the Francis Crick Institute, working with UCL and Imperial College London, found a section of DNA that is only active in some immune cells that are known to cause i...

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6Jun By snowmediatvNo Comments

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180 million children under 5 face ‘severe’ food poverty, says UNICEF

More than one in four children under the age of five globally live in "severe" food poverty, UNICEF has warned - meaning more than 180 million are at risk of experiencing adverse impacts on their growth and development. "Severe child food poverty describes children who are surviving on severely deprived diets so they're only consuming two or less food groups," Harriet Torlesse, a lead writer of a new UNICEF report published said. "It is shocking in this day and age where we know what needs to be done." UNICEF recommends that young children eat foods daily from five of eight main groups - breast milk; grains, roots, tubers and plantains; pulses, nuts and seeds; dairy; meat, poultry and fish; eggs; vitamin A-rich fruits and vegetables; and other fruits and vegetables. But 440 mil...

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5Jun By snowmediatvNo Comments

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‘Over 50,000 Persons Living With HIV In Osun’ – Report says

The Executive Secretary of the Osun State Agency for the Control of AIDS (O’SACA), Dr. Adeniyi Oginni, has disclosed that over 50,000 individuals in the state are currently living with HIV. In response to this, the agency has initiated the distribution of preventive resources. Dr. Oginni is urging those with HIV to undergo testing. He noted that allocating these resources to various organizations, such as the 31 Local Agency for the Control of AIDS (LACA Managers), Network of People Living with AIDS (NEPWHAN), Implementing partners, CBOs focusing on HIV, Civil Society groups addressing HIV/AIDS (CiSHAN), and several ART clinics in the state, is a crucial step in the collective effort to curb the spread of the disease. He said: “About 50,000 people are still living with HIV in...

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31May By snowmediatvNo Comments

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Why are people dropping down dead three years after getting Covid? Scientists uncover ‘serious threat’

Patients hospitalised within 30 days after infection face a 29 percent higher risk of death three years later compared with those not infected, new research shows For most of us, the Covid pandemic is now in the rearview mirror.  However, not everyone is so lucky.  Researchers from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis and the Veterans Affairs St. Louis Health Care system have found COVID-19 patients who were hospitalised within the first 30 days after infection face a 29 percent higher risk of death in the third year compared with people who have not had the virus. However, the three-year death risk still marks a significant decline compared with such risk at the one- and two-year marks post-infection.  The findings also show that even people ...

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28May By snowmediatvNo Comments

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Tattoos could trigger rare form of cancer, new study finds

Having a tattoo could increase your risk of developing a rare type of cancer by 21%, a new study has found. According to Researchers in Sweden, they found a potential link between tattoos and cancer in the lymphatic system, known as lymphoma. Lymphoma is a type of blood cancer that affects the immune system. Researchers from Lynd University investigated the relationship between tattoos and long-term health effects. Dr Christel Nielsen, who led the study, said: ‘It is important to remember that lymphoma is a rare disease and that our results apply at the group level. ‘The results now need to be verified and investigated further in other studies, and such research is ongoing.’ The researchers looked at 11,905 people and 2,938 of the group, aged between 20 and...

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26May By snowmediatvNo Comments

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Warning signs you have ‘irreversible’ disease in your mouth

It's best to know the early signs before it gets too far Like the saying goes, 'prevention is cheaper than the cure', and that really goes double once you go beyond the point of being able to be cured. Then you'll be paying forever. It may be a scary thought, but for many of you you'll never be as healthy as you are now, and the sort of problems which may manifest along the way can take you by surprise. You might think you're leading a decently healthy life, until all of a sudden there's a new problem and you yearn for those days before you felt the pain. This is why picking up on potential early warning signs is so crucial, as sometimes things get irreversible before you do anything about it. One place where you need to be particularly careful is your mouth, an...

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21May By snowmediatvNo Comments

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Ohio officials issue public health notice after sex worker with HIV had sexual contact with over 211

An HIV-positive sex worker had sexual interactions with over 200 clients across multiple states, police disclosed while issuing a health warning. Linda Inez Leccese was charged on May 14, 2024, with soliciting after she tested positive for HIV, which is a third-degree felony, according to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office. “This case could stem anywhere from Florida up the East Coast, but there are local individuals that we will be reaching out to,” Ohio’s Washington County Sheriff’ Office Chief Deputy Mark Warden said during the press conference, as reported by The News and Sentinel. “This investigation will continue and interviews will be done, again, to protect the public’s health to try to glean those other individuals who have been in contact with this individual." Wa...

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14May By snowmediatvNo Comments

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WHO predicts 5.1m shortfall of nurses and midwives all over the world by 2030

The World Health Organisation, WHO has stated that the world will face a significant shortage of nurses and midwives by the year 2030. The WHO noted this on Internaional Nurses day, saying while there are currently an estimated 29 million nurses and 2.2 million midwives globally,  a shortfall of 4.8 million nurses and and 0.31 million midwives  is predicted by 2030. The UN body said the gap is most severe in Africa, Southeast Asia, the Eastern Mediterranean region, and parts of Latin America. According to WHO, in many countries, nurses make up half of all the health care professionals and have a vital role in how health actions are organised and applied. The WHO says Over 80 percent of the world’s nurses work in countries with only half the global population. Addition...

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11May By snowmediatvNo Comments

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How to find out if a woman is a psychopath — there’s one obvious tell, experts say {VIDEO}

She could be a real head case.  Want to know the difference between a woman with a not-so-great personality and a complete psychopath? New research reveals that ladies have one obvious tell to separate the sometimes-sour sweeties from the seriously psycho — whether or not they move their heads when they talk.  “Nonverbal behaviors (i.e., head dynamics) represent an important, yet understudied, form of communication that may enhance our ability to detect certain forms of psychopathology, including psychopathy,” said study authors from University of New Mexico.   Researcher from the University of New Mexico found that woman who keep their heads still for long periods of time are often psychopaths. Using an automated detection algorithm, the...

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4May By snowmediatvNo Comments

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DRAMA : 70 passengers fall ill with vomiting bug during flight from Mauritius to Frankfurt

About 70 passengers fell ill with a vomiting bug mid-way through their flight from Mauritius to Frankfurt. According to Mail Online, Condor airline Flight DE2315 was travelling on Thursday, May 2, from Mauritius to Frankfurt when it became clear that many passengers on board were suffering from the bug. The aircraft landed in the German city at around 5.33pm where it was greeted with a large contingent of emergency services. Crew had called ahead to alert officials on the ground of the unfolding emergency. It was found that 70 of the 290 passengers onboard had suddenly reported symptoms including nausea and vomiting. A spokesperson for the Germany airline confirmed the incident to the country's Bild tabloid,...

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30Apr By snowmediatvNo Comments

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Three women diagnosed with HIV after having vampire facials at unlicensed clinic

Three women have been diagnosed with HIV after getting "vampire facials."  The women were diagnosed with HIV after getting “vampire facial” procedures at an unlicensed New Mexico medical spa, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said in a report, marking the first documented cases of people contracting the virus through cosmetic services using needles. The diagnosis of a woman in her 40s triggered an investigation into the spa. It was found that from 2018 to 2023 the spa allegedly reused disposable equipment intended for one-time use, a report by the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), said. The risk of passing on HIV from contaminated blood through unsterile injection is well known, but the CDC said this is the first documented case of in...

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30Apr By snowmediatvNo Comments

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King Charles III returns to public duties after cancer treatment

King Charles III will be returning to public duties after the positive effect of his cancer treatment. Recalls that King Charles has been on cancer treatment since he was diagnosed early February this year. According to NAN, in spite of the welcome news of responding positively to the treatment, the king still has cancer. He will continue to be treated for the undisclosed form of cancer even while performing public duties. Charles and Queen Consort Camilla have been scheduled to visit a cancer treatment centre on Tuesday (today) to meet medical specialists and patients. The event aims to raise awareness of the importance of early diagnosis and to highlight innovative research, supported by Cancer Research UK, taking place at the hospital. In January, King Charles spent th...

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14Apr By snowmediatvNo Comments

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It’s Short Cut To Death, NDLEA Warns Against Deadly ‘Combine’ {VIDEO}

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has announced the discovery of a dangerous drug concoction named "Combine." This mix comprises strains of cannabis, including Colos and Loud, soaked in raw gin along with opioids. The agency's Director of Media and Advocacy,Femi Babafemi shared the information via his X account on Sunday, along with a video showing the intercepted contraband. The NDLEA cautioned the public about the severe health hazards associated with consuming the "Combine" mixture. Sharing the video, Babafemi wrote, "Narco-trend update: Here is NPS called ‘Combine’, a mixture of strains of Cana: Colos, Loud and opioids soaked in raw gin, just discovered by #ndlea_nigeria. There’s no shorter route to death than this cos it’s a direct hit on your organs. The lo ok alon...

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12Apr By snowmediatvNo Comments

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Lassa fever kills 150 in Nigeria — NCDC

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, NCDC, has confirmed that Lassa fever led to the death of 150 persons between January and March 2024, in 125 local government areas in 27 states of the federation. Cumulatively from week one to week 13, 2024, NCDC said the deaths were reported with a case fatality rate (CFR) of 18.6 percent, which is higher than the CFR for the same period in 2023 (17.5 percent). Disclosing this in its Lassa Fever Situation Report Epi Week 13, March, 25–31, 2024, the agency said out of a total of 5,295 suspected cases reported, 806 were confirmed. According to the report, in week 13, the number of new confirmed cases decreased from 25 in Epi week 12, 2024 to 15. These cases were reported in Ondo, Bauchi, Plateau and Edo states. In total for ...

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9Apr By snowmediatvNo Comments

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Hepatitis viruses kill 3,500 people daily – WHO

More than 3,500 people die from hepatitis viruses every day, the World Health Organization warned on Tuesday, calling for swift action to fight the disease which is the second-largest infectious killer. Viral hepatitis is the second-biggest infectious killer, narrowly coming behind tuberculosis, the woods number one infectious killer. New data from 187 countries showed that the number of deaths from viral hepatitis rose to 1.3 million in 2022 from 1.1 million in 2019, according to a WHO report released ahead of the World Hepatitis Summit in Portugal this week. The report said that there are 3,500 deaths per day worldwide from hepatitis infections, 83 percent from hepatitis B, 17 percent from hepatitis C. There are effective and cheap generic drugs which can treat these viruses....

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3Apr By snowmediatvNo Comments

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Chocolate could help with weight loss and prevent Alzheimer’s, New study reveals

A chemical found in chocolate called theobromine has many benefits for the body and the brain. According to a study from Zhengzhou University in China published April 1 in the Journal of Functional Foods, Theobromine found in cocoa beans, is anti-inflammatory, high in antioxidants and can protect the brain from Alzheimer’s. Scientists also say that theobromine can counter the impact of high cholesterol levels on memory and cognitive function. Theobromine can cross the blood-brain function to potentially boost brain function as well as mood and fight against depression. “Theobromine has demonstrated neuroprotective properties, the ability to prevent neuronal damage, and enhancements in motor memory and cognitive regulatory functions,” the study authors wrote. “Given it...

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26Mar By snowmediatvNo Comments

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Tuberculosis: Institute raises alarm over high rate of death in Ogun

The Institute of Human Virology Nigeria, HVN, has raised the alarm over the high level of death caused by tuberculosis in Ogun State. The institute noted that over 300 patients out of over 6,000 cases recorded in Ogun State in 2023 died of tuberculosis. Senior programme officer of IHVN, Florinda Olawusi, stated this in Abeokuta, while speaking with newsmen, at the 2024 World Tuberculosis Day. The programme officer emphasised that there was a more than 100% rise from the 2019 data gathered by the institute. She further said data from the IHVN and USAID TB-LON 3 project for Ogun State, 3000 cases were recorded in 2019. She noted that 95% of the patients were already placed on treatment. “Since the inception of the TB Long 3 project in Ogun State which started in 2019, Ogun ...

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20Mar By snowmediatv1 Comment

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HIV can be cut out of from cells using Crispr gene-editing technology – Scientists say

Scientists say they have successfully eliminated HIV from infected cells, using Nobel Prize-winning Crispr gene-editing technology, the BBC reports. The technology works like scissors, but at the molecular level, to cut DNA so that “bad” bits can be removed or inactivated. The hope is to ultimately be able to rid the body entirely of the virus, although much more work is needed to check it would be safe and effective. Existing HIV medicines can stop the virus but not eliminate it. The University of Amsterdam team, presenting a synopsis of their early findings at a medical conference this week, stressed that their work remains merely “proof of concept” and will not become a cure for HIV any time soon. And Dr James Dixon, stem-cell and gene-therapy technologies associa...

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14Mar By snowmediatv1 Comment

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Price Of Sanitary Pad In Nigeria As Girls Turn To Rags During Menstruation

The rising cost of living has now impacted the affordability of menstrual hygiene products, forcing some women to resort to unsanitary alternatives. According to a report by Vanguard, the economic strain in the country has notably affected the price of menstruation pads, pushing many, especially young girls, to use rags during their monthly periods. A public health worker, Patricia Nkem-Innocent, emphasized the dire consequences of this trend. She pointed out that the financial burden posed by the inflated costs of sanitary products, driven by the country’s soaring inflation rate, has led teenagers and older women to adopt risky menstrual practices. This shift toward using rags and other unsuitable materials poses a significant health risk, potentially leading to a surge in rep...

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