The World Health Organization (WHO) is set to release new guidelines for the use of injectable lenacapavir as pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) and for optimising HIV testing services. In a statement released on its website on Monday, WHO’s Guideline Development Group (GDG) will convene virtually from January 28-30, 2025, to review evidence and propose recommendations for…
The Norovirus is spreading via clothes and soft-furnishings, experts warn as infections surge – winter vomiting bug can linger in fabric for a month Norovirus microbes can silently lurk in clothes fabric for up to a month, infecting those who touch them, experts warned today amid a worrying spike in infections. Other fabric-covered objects such…
Korede Abdullah in Lagos A recent 30-year study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that consuming a higher ratio of plant-based protein to animal-based protein may lead to a reduced risk of heart disease. Researchers at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health analysed data from over 200,000 participants and discovered…
Korede Abdullah in Lagos The Federal Government has announced plans to activate surveillance measures for inbound passengers from China, following a surge in cases of a respiratory virus in the country. The virus, identified as Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), has led to overcrowded hospitals, emergency measures, and public concerns in China. According to reports, the virus…
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued a public alert regarding a counterfeit batch of Phesgo 600mg/600mg/10ml, used in the treatment of breast cancer. The counterfeit drug, labelled with batch number C5290S20, was brought to NAFDAC’s attention after a report from the Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH-NSIA). According to…
John Nwokocha, Juliet Jacob China is reportedly being ravaged by a mysterious viral outbreak that is overwhelming some hospitals in the country. Recent Videos on social media appear to show hospital units overrun with patients in face masks, and parents holding sick children in long lines in paediatric units. There have also been unverified reports…
Korede Abdullah in Lagos A recent study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association has shed new light on the complex relationship between sleep duration, high blood pressure, and cognitive decline. The study found that individuals with high blood pressure who slept for shorter durations were more likely to show poor cognitive…
Korede Abdullah in Lagos Gynaecologists are sounding the alarm, warning pregnant women diagnosed with gonorrhoea to seek immediate medical attention to prevent adverse effects on their pregnancy. According to Dr. Ochuwa Babah, a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at the College of Medicine, University of Lagos, gonorrhoea is a serious infection…
In the face of mounting challenges in northern part of Nigeria in particular, many entered 2025 with high hopes and anticipation for positive changes under the leadership of President Bola Tinubu. It’s no news that the country is grappling with a multitude of issues ranging from economic instability, rising insecurity and poor healthcare, heated debates…
The United Kingdom is facing a serious flu outbreak that has seen over 5,000 patients hospitalised by the end of December. The National Health Service on Friday reported an average of 4,469 flu-related hospitalisations daily in the week leading up to December 29, a nearly 3.5-fold increase compared to the same period in 2023. On…
