The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) says sixteen new cases of Lassa fever have been confirmed from five states in the country. The centre made the disclosure its latest…
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Even one drink a day increases stroke risk, study finds
Even light-to-moderate drinking increases blood pressure and the chances of having a stroke, according to a large genetic study in The Lancet, countering previous claims that one or two drinks…
Read More Even one drink a day increases stroke risk, study findsSugary drinks, a factor in cardiovascular disease – Research
Recent research published in a journal, Circulation, has established an association between sugary drinks and an increased risk of death from cardiovascular disease. According to sciencedaily.com, the study shows that…
Read More Sugary drinks, a factor in cardiovascular disease – ResearchWhy men die earlier than women by, WHO
A World Health Organisation (WHO) report has explained why men are more likely to die earlier than women. The report which was published on Thursday said that uneven access to…
Read More Why men die earlier than women by, WHO44 Nigerians die of Cerebrospinal Meningitis
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has disclosed that no fewer than 44 people have died from the disease. The NCDC declared that the 2018/2019 meningitis season began on…
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