NIFTY: A New Hope in the Fight Against Down Syndrome and Other Chromosomal Conditions

Peju had struggled with infertility for over five years before resorting to IVF at a London fertility clinic. At 34, she finally became pregnant but sadly lost the pregnancy during the first trimester. Determined to try again, Peju opted for a second round of IVF, and this time, she decided to undergo a non-invasive prenatal […]

Heart Disorders: Cardiologist Urges Women to Seek Medical Advice Before Pregnancy

Women of reproductive age with heart disorders have been strongly advised to consult a medical professional before becoming pregnant to minimize the risk of serious complications. Dr. Tosin Majekodunmi, Consultant Cardiologist and Medical Director of Euracare Multi-Specialist Hospital in Lagos, issued this caution during a recent open forum in Lagos. He emphasized that while many […]

Doctor Warns: Children at risk of hypertension too!

Dr. Simon Abraham, a general medical practitioner, has warned that children are not exempt from developing hypertension. Speaking to reporters in Abuja on Saturday, he noted that even young children can suffer from the condition, citing a case of a three-year-old child with secondary hypertension. He explained that hypertension can be classified as either primary […]

Yaba Psychiatric Hospital Takes Bold Stand Against Drug Abuse in Lagos

Mrs. Bolanle Ambode, wife of the Lagos State Governor, recently urged graduates of the International Centre for Credentialing and Education of Addiction Professionals (ICCE) to apply their knowledge in combating drug addiction among Nigerian youth. Speaking at the Certificate Presentation Ceremony and launch of the “Lagos Against Drug Abuse Campaign” (LADAC), an initiative by the […]

Doctor clears concerns about birth control pills

Dr. Gloria Moses, a general medical practitioner, has reassured that using birth control pills before having children does not affect a woman’s future fertility. Speaking in an interview on Sunday in Abuja, she clarified that the pills are designed to prevent pregnancy while in use and have no long-term impact on a woman’s ability to […]

New ‘breathalyser’ could quickly boost cancer detection

British scientists are developing a new breathalyser test that could significantly improve cancer diagnosis by detecting early signs of the disease in a patient’s breath. The test aims to reduce the need for invasive procedures like biopsies and could save thousands of lives by catching cancer earlier. The breathalyser works by identifying chemicals released by […]