What is Hepatitis? Hepatitis simply means inflammation (swelling) in the liver. It is a common medical condition in Nigeria. It is spread through sexual intercourse as well as through blood transfusion. It can be prevented by Vaccination. The Hepatitis Vaccine was introduced into the NPI in 2004. There are different types of Hepatitis, such as…
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) occurs when there is a loss of blood supply to the muscles of a part of the heart or all of it. When the blockage affects of the heart, it can cause a heart attack. Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the leading cause of premature death in Western nations and its…
A lot of ladies have been asking, how they could flush out sperm/semen that has entered the Vagina after having unprotected sex, or that the Condom broke. Before we begin that discussion, without judging you or your reasons, it is very important to know today, that, “Unprotected Sex” for any reason, at all should be…
There have been a lot of questions and confusion about the uses of Misoprostol, a popular Anti-ulcer medication sold under various brand names such as Cytotec, among others. Hence, the a need to write this summary about the drug. What is Misoprostol? Misoprostol is an over-the-counter medication used in the management of stomach ulcers. It…
Due to numerous questions and misconceptions about the action and usage of Postinor-2, a popular contraceptive in Nigeria, we have decided to put up this little summary about the drug. Postinor-2 is a popular emergency contraceptive containing Levonorgestrel. It is also known as the “Morning-after-Pill” which describes its role as an emergency contraceptive taken by…
Ectopic pregnancy is what we call a type of pregnancy that does not develop in the uterus (womb). Have you ever gone to the hospital due to very severe abdominal pain, and then heard the doctor say that You have a pregnancy that is not growing inside the womb? This type of pregnancy can damage…
How to Calculate Your Fertile Period to Achieve Pregnancy Several married women, who have been trying over time to achieve pregnancy have been asking this question on how to know their fertile days, during which they can have sex and get pregnant. Fertile days refer to the days in your menstrual cycle during which the…
Cancer that starts in the colon or rectum is called colorectal cancer. It is one of the most common cancers and causes of death in the world, especially in Nigeria. Every day, one person is diagnosed with Colon cancer in Nigeria. It was really sad that on (29th August 2020) the news of the passing…
A good number of couples find it difficult to conceive, many years after they tie the knots with their partners. For some, it might be due to some underlying health conditions. For some others, it just might be due to not timing their intercourse. You call it “Barrenness”, We call it INFERTILITY! What Is Infertility?…
Benefits of Fruits and Vegetables So much has been said about the immense benefits of fruits and vegetables, but despite that, the consumption of these essential foods remains very poor. In this short write-up, I’d like to emphasize more on the immense benefits of fruits and vegetables in our diets. It is a must-add. If…