According to the World Health Organization, health authorities in Nigeria declared a cholera outbreak in Lagos on June 15, 2024, with 436 suspected cases reported. Within six days, the number of suspected cases exceeded 500, including 43 confirmed cases, with a 5.4% case fatality rate among suspected cases. Recent reports indicate the outbreak’s spread, […]
Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the global vulnerability to infectious disease outbreaks. It has underscored the critical need for robust pandemic prevention and preparedness strategies. This article delves into the multifaceted aspects of pandemic prevention and preparedness, exploring historical lessons, current strategies, and future directions to mitigate the impacts of potential pandemics. Historical Context […]
(CBS News Sacramento) They used to be illegal, but now state law requires them on some campuses – and they’re everywhere from vending machines to bars. Fentanyl test strips are intended to help young people avoid fentanyl-laced counterfeit prescriptions or drugs. But many warn that test strips alone could do more harm than good. […]
Coral reefs worldwide are under siege as soaring ocean temperatures trigger a mass bleaching event, raising concerns among scientists about potentially catastrophic consequences. This alarming development, announced by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA),The International Coral Reef Initiative (ICRI) and reported by CNN underscores the urgent need for decisive action to address climate change. […]
By Njide Ndili* Nigeria’s health indices stay concerning/stubbornly poor. Life expectancy stands at 54 years, one of the lowest in the world, while thelatest maternal mortality rate of 576 per 100,000 live births is the fourth highest globally. Non-communicable diseases, such as hypertension, diabetes, cancer, and malnutrition, caused nearly a third of all deaths in […]
Fake drugs, also referred to as counterfeit drugs can be defined as illegally produced drugs or pharmaceutical preparations that may be contaminated or contain the wrong or no active ingredient at all. They sometimes have the right active ingredient but at the wrong dose. Fake drugs are illegal and may be harmful to your health. […]
One of the lesser-discussed yet important indicators of gastrointestinal health is the appearance of stool. The color, consistency, and contents of feces can provide valuable insights into a person’s digestive system. Among the various abnormalities that can be observed, black spots in stool, also known as melena, can be a cause for concern. Understanding the […]
Tooth pain can be excruciating, disrupting daily life and causing immense discomfort. Desperate for relief, individuals may come across claims of quick-fix solutions promising to permanently alleviate tooth pain in a matter of seconds. One such claim suggests the ability to “kill” the tooth pain nerve in just three seconds. But is there any truth […]
Spend much time browsing health shops and supplement stores and you might notice a new product called BPC-157 for sale. Though it hasn’t quite broken through to the mainstream, BPC-157 has become increasingly popular in sports medicine and gastrointestinal health circles, among other places. What is BPC-157, exactly? In brief, it’s a synthetic peptide, […]
Medical innovation refers to the development and introduction of new or improved medical technologies, treatments, drugs, devices, procedures, or healthcare delivery methods that lead to advancements in the field of medicine. These innovations aim to enhance the quality of patient care, improve health outcomes, increase efficiency, and often contribute to the overall progress of healthcare. […]
