ARTICLES ON FOOD & SANITATION
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1Environmental health definition Environmental Health is the field of public health concerned with the environment (natural and build up)... -
1Bad breath medically referred to as halitosis results from poor oral hygiene habits and could sometimes be a sign... -
1Bathing is an essential daily routine that rid the body of dirts and harmful organisms, leaving an individual feeling... -
0Most times we buy tooth paste without any reference to its composition and the implication of what it contains.... -
2We had just moved into the new apartment we built and I was happy that we could say bye-bye... -
0Following the outbreak of the deadly Ebola disease in some African countries it has become imperative to once again... -
0Oral hygiene is an important component of health. Because of the important role the mouth plays in the digestion... -
0Gums are a reflection of your oral health and having pinkish and healthy gums will not only boost your... -
0Personal hygiene is how you care for your body. This practice includes bathing, washing your hands, brushing your teeth, and... -
0Ghana black soap is a type of African black soap, also known by various local names such as sabulun... -
0What does sewer backs up mean? While floods are probably best known for causing extensive water damage to homes and... -
0Definition Of Environmental Agencies Environmental agencies are federal, state or local government agencies established to coordinate programs aimed at... -
0Counterfeit cosmetics are a real risk to your health. Illegality aside, fake hair products pose risks to your scalp...
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0What is Personal Hygiene? Hygienic comes from the ancient Greek word hygies, meaning "healthy" or, literally, "living well." This state... -
0Water is a chemical substance composed of hydrogen and oxygen existing in gaseous, liquid and Solid tastes that is... -
0Main Provisions Of Nigerian Quarantine Act Of 1926 Power to declare any place an infected local area The President may, by... -
0According to the World Health Organization, Sanitation refers to the provision of facilities and services for the safe management... -
0Poor sanitation has a range of negative impacts on society and the economy, from causing debilitating and deadly diseases...
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0Water pollution is the release of substances into subsurface groundwater or into lakes, streams, rivers, estuaries, and oceans to... -
0The Coronavirus outbreak has caused scarcity of many essential sanitary items leading to panic in many countries. Unscrupulous individuals... -
0One of the fastest growing sectors in Nigeria is the janitorial and cleaning services industry catalyzed by the fast... -
0The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning people not to use certain hand sanitizer products because they may contain methanol, a... -
0According to a statement released by the FDA, Saniderm Products (Saniderm) is voluntarily recalling Saniderm Advanced Hand Sanitizer, packaged... -
0Environmental health is regulated by the Environmental Health Officers Registration Council of Nigeria. Nigeria formulated its first national policy... -
0The World Health Organization (WHO) defines environment as it relates to health, as “all the physical, chemical, and biological...
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0Worldwide, rats and mice spread over 35 diseases. These diseases can be spread to humans directly, through handling of... -
0Bedbugs are small, oval, brownish insects that live on the blood of animals or humans. Adult bedbugs have flat... -
0Pesticides are chemical compounds that are used to kill pests, including insects, rodents, fungi and unwanted plants (weeds). Pesticides... -
0Nigeria produces more than 3 million tons of waste annually, and uncontrolled waste burning is one of the practices... -
0Pharmaceutical waste is any waste that contains medicinal drugs that are expired, unused, contaminated damaged or no longer needed.... -
0African black soap (also called African soap or black soap) is the latest skincare product to reach “holy grail”... -
0Recycling is an emerging discipline in Nigeria, it is the process of collecting and processing materials that would... -
0Hand washing, also known as hand hygiene, is the act of cleaning one's hands with soap and water to... -
0Hand liquid soap is formulated to wash and clean hands. Liquid hand soap is the best-selling and most widely... -
0Hand-washing with soap and water is a very important public health practice that can prevent a significant proportion of... -
0Lice are a group of tiny, wingless, parasitic insects that feed on human blood. Lice are easily spread especially... -
0What is a mouthwash? A mouthwash or rinse is a liquid product used to rinse your teeth, gums, and mouth.... -
0More than 2,500 different species of fleas exist throughout the world, yet one is the most common among American... -
0Humira is the brand name of the original adalimumab medicine. There are now 4 new versions of adalimumab. Brand... -
0Roundup is a brand-name herbicide that contains the active ingredient glyphosate. Monsanto, an American agricultural chemical company, first sold... -
0Pine-Sol is an all purpose cleaner and multi-surface cleaning product that can clean and disinfect your home, floors, kitchen,... -
0Emgality is a brand-name prescription medication that’s used in adults to: Prevent chronic and episodic migraines. According to the International... -
0A glucose meter, also referred to as a "glucometer", is a medical device for determining the approximate concentration of... -
0Like any technological device, hearing aids run on batteries. Traditionally, most hearing aids used tiny "button" batteries that wearers... -
0Rats are always in search of warm, dry harbourages and new food sources, particularly during periods of inclement weather....
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0You’ll know that you’ve gotten a mouthwash that contains alcohol when you gargle with it. It’s the one with... -
0Chlor-Clean is a tablet that once dissolved in water, will give a solution that will both clean and disinfect... -
0Phenyl is an emulsion of light creosote oil and water with soap. Creosote oil contains carbolic acid, creosol and... -
0Nair body hair removal are skincare products produced by Church & Dwight Co., Inc. USA. They are targeted at... -
0What is teeth whitening? Teeth whitening involves bleaching your teeth to make them lighter. It can't make your teeth brilliant... -
0Nigeria, with population exceeding 170 million, is one of the largest producers of solid waste in Africa. Nigeria generates... -
0Cleanliness is defined as more than removal of dirt and is a relational concept encompassing the distinctive ideas of display, disinfection, and deodorization. Cleanliness is both the abstract state of being clean and... -
0What is Egyptian milk? Egyptian milk also known as Kamana milk is a whitening milk nicknamed #34 and the 4... -
0The perception of tooth appearance in modern society is a big deal in today’s society. Discoloration of teeth is... -
0Rat poop is a confirmation of the presence of these unwanted rodents in your house. Most people are all... -
0According to the World Health Organization (WHO), "Hygiene refers to conditions and practices that help to maintain health and... -
0Irish Spring was launched in Germany in 1970 and in the US in 1972. Up until 1990, Irish Spring... -
0The fascinating history of surface cleaning and disinfection dates back thousands of years ago, when Egyptians used wine or... -
0Colgate Toothpaste is manufactured by Colgate-Palmolive, an American company and are used principally for oral hygiene. Colgate oral hygiene... -
1Open Defecation: India, Indonesia, Pakistan, Ethiopia, and Nigeria Top List According to the world health Organization, around 1 million people... -
0Pest control is the regulation or management of a species defined as a pest, a member of the animal... -
0The modern development of toilets dates from the late 19th century when sewer systems and water supplies provided hygienic... -
0Generally, you'll find about 50 bacteria per square inch on a toilet seat -- that's the average. While that... -
0Question: Which hygiene practice has both social and health benefits? A- coloring hair B- brushing teeth C- wearing deodorant D- disposing of toxins The... -
0A root canal is a dental procedure involving the removal of the soft center of the tooth, the pulp.... -
0Cockroach is a major insect found in nearly every area inhabited by man. The association between humans and cockroaches... -
0"Calcium deposits" known more commonly as tartar or calculus are hardened layers of plaque or dental biofilm. Tartar is... -
0A biological hazard, or biohazard, is a biological substance that poses a threat to the health of living organisms,... -
0Feces Human waste (or human excreta) refers to the waste products of the human digestive system, menses, and human metabolism... -
0Which Action Can Help Minimize Food Safety Risks? A- cleaning under the fingernails when washing hands B- washing hands with water... -
0Crest Whitestrips are flexible, thin strips. They are coated with a tooth whitening gel containing peroxide. Crest strips fit...
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0Photo Courtesy of iStock.com Getting dental implants is a serious process that requires surgery. To place secure foundations for your... -
0At a time when we’re spending more time at home than ever before, it’s important to enjoy your surroundings.... -
0Human lice are parasitic insects that can be found on people’s heads and bodies, including the pubic area. Human...
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0According to Webster, disinfect is to cleanse so as to destroy or prevent the growth of disease carrying microorganisms.... -
0Mouthwash is a liquid product used to rinse your teeth, gums, and mouth. There are several brands of mouth... -
0A good source of water is crucial in many parts of our day-to-day life. To be supplied to the... -
0Tonsil stones form when debris such as food, dead cells, bacteria, and other substances, becomes trapped in the tonsils. The... -
0What is Sanitation? The World health Organization defines sanitation as the provision of facilities and services for the safe management...
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0Lice are tiny, wingless, parasitic insects that feed on human blood. Lice are easily spread especially by school children...
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0Indomethacin popularly known as indocid in Nigeria, is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug commonly used as a prescription medication to... -
0The Puff Bar is a tiny disposable pre-filled vape containing smooth salt nicotine e-liquid. More than 58 million e-cigarette products... -
0Environmental health is the branch of public health concerned with all aspects of the natural and built environment affecting... -
0Hoverflies are a group of small, fast-moving insects that resemble small wasps, but they are distinctive in their ability...
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0The foundation of proper dental care lies in establishing suitable routines. Good routines that are easy to keep to... -
0Following the FDA's advice to consumers not to use any hand sanitizer manufactured by Eskbiochem SA de CV in... -
0Nigeria is considered to be abundantly blessed with water resources. However, there is temporal and spatial variation in water...
