By Evans Matthews For decades, the global response to human papilloma virus (HPV) has been framed largely as a women’s health issue. Yet a growing […]
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Synthetic saliva prepared from sugarcane protein shields teeth from acid and decay
By Morgan Nwanguma A newly developed sugarcane-derived protein could soon offer tooth protection similar to natural saliva – especially for people whose bodies no longer […]
Your Gut: The Silent CEO of the Body – 1
By Deborah Bamisaye My gut is what? A CEO? How? I thought… The Hidden Boss – Why the Gut Controls More Than You Think Move […]
WHO Recognizes Four Health Leaders for Outstanding Global Impact
The World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General, Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, has presented the prestigious Director-General’s Award for Global Health to four distinguished leaders in recognition […]
A regular nutrient may well supercharge cancer therapy
By Morgan Nwanguma A common nutrient found in everyday vegetables may help boost the body’s ability to fight cancer. Zeaxanthin, best known for supporting eye […]
Lung Cancer in Men: Checkpoint Inhibitors and Targeted Therapies
By Evans Matthews Lung cancer remains one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths among men worldwide, cutting across continents, income levels, and lifestyles. While […]
DRC’s Ituri Province Records 65 Deaths, 246 Suspected Ebola Cases Amid New Outbreak
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has confirmed an ongoing Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) outbreak in Ituri Province, Democratic Republic of […]
The Liver Vs Modern Diet: A Silent Battle You Don’t See
By Deborah Bamisaye What if I told you that every single day, without you feeling it, your body is running a silent cleanup operation that […]
Crohn’s Disease
Crohn’s disease is a type of chronic inflammatory bowel disease that causes inflammation in the digestive tract. Symptoms of Crohn’s include stomach cramps, severe diarrhea, […]
Tackling Diarrheal Diseases: Oral Rehydration Therapy and Adjunct Medications
By Evans Matthews Diarrheal diseases remain one of the most persistent global health challenges, disproportionately affecting children under five in low-and-middle-income countries. Despite decades of […]
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