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Story from the Skies: The Journey to a Resting Place
The last thing the workers expected they would find at the construction site on a Monday morning was Mr. B’s lifeless body. One would have thought the middle-aged professional was simply taking a nap, but everyone who knew Mr. B knew he was much too prim and proper...
IS IT EVER SAFE TO SELF-MEDICATE?
The World Health Organisation (WHO) defines self-medication as the use of drugs to treat self-diagnosed disorders or symptoms or the intermittent or continued use of prescribed drug for chronic or recurrent disease or symptoms. Self-medication is a very common...
LACK OF SLEEP – A PUBLIC HEALTH EPIDEMIC
Lack of sleep Getting enough sleep every night is crucial for human health. It is not a luxury but something people need for good health. Not getting enough sleep is linked with many chronic diseases and conditions such as weight gain, weakened immune system,...
EARLY SYMPTOMS AND SIGNS OF PROSTATE CANCER
Overview The Prostate is a small gland sitting along the male reproductive tract, just around the neck of the bladder. It functions to secrete a seminal fluid which is a major component of semen. There are two common prostate conditions that concern men usually as...
When the heart stops (Cardiac Arrest)
When your heart stops beating, chances of recovery diminish by the second. This is extremely important for people who work in remote locations. Although air ambulances can save lives, there is still unfortunately a wait to pass through before they arrive. There are...
Eating and Drinking in Nigeria; 5 tips for Expats
Lagos, Abuja, and other large cities have a number of great restaurants and bars, the best review website we know is here. However, there are some tips for expats that will keep you healthy whilst enjoying the variety of eateries in Nigeria's towns and cities. Basic...