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Gynaecologist cautions against self-medication in removing pregnancy-related stretch marks

A gynaecologist, Dr Kayode Makinde, has advised  women against self-medication in removing pregnancy-related stretch marks. Makinde, who is president

Stakeholders move to stem mental illness, depression

Mental illness, depression and suicide are spreading at an alarming rate and require concerted efforts of all stakeholders – parents, caregivers

Brain activity intensity drives need for sleep – Research

The intensity of brain activity during the day, notwithstanding how long we’ve been awake, appears to increase our need for sleep, according to a new

Lower back pain? Self-administered acupressure could help – Research

A recent study finds that acupressure, a traditional Chinese medicine technique, can improve chronic pain symptoms in the lower back. “Acupressure is

Germany offers €30.5m support to end polio, strengthen Nigeria’s health system

The German Minister of Health, Mr Jens Spahn has announced 30.5millon euros support to Nigeria to end polio, enhance health security and strengthen th