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‘Extra weight in 60s may be linked to brain thinning years later’

Having a bigger waistline and a high body mass index (BMI) in your 60s may be linked with greater signs of brain aging years later, according to a stu

Stimulation of the ear can help manage Parkinson’s symptoms – Research

A new study has shown that gentle, controlled stimulation of the ear canal can help reduce symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. The randomised, controlled

How prepared is Nigeria for the next epidemic?

An evaluation suggests Nigeria is still “not ready” to find, stop and prevent epidemics. It calls for lawmakers to fund the country’s epidemic prepare

5 hours on phone a day keeps the obesity around

As smartphones continue to be an inherent part of life and grow as a primary source of entertainment–particularly among young people–it le

Maternal fatality: Still birth rates reduced by 15% — NGO

Wellbeing Foundation Africa, an NGO, says its Emergency Obstetrics and Newborn Care (EmONC) training has resulted in a 15 per cent reduction in the ma