Medical experts at UNIMED's Bio-Synergy Conference urge combining physiology with AI and biosensors to enhance diagnostics, treatments, and healthcare systems in Nigeria, marking The Physiological Society's 150th anniversary.
A microbiology professor warns Nigeria's heavy reliance on imported pharmaceuticals is draining foreign reserves, urging investment in local biotech production. Health experts also call for healthcare financing overhaul.
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Global health data from WHO shows six diseases now cause more annual deaths than HIV worldwide, including heart disease, stroke, and diabetes, reflecting changing mortality patterns.
Roberto Taboada of Roche Diagnostics calls for integrated diagnostic approaches to address Nigeria's persistent tuberculosis crisis, highlighting inefficiencies in current systems and the need for scalable solutions aligned with national health priorities
A woman declared brain dead by doctors miraculously regained consciousness after the ambulance transporting her body hit a pothole, leading to her full recovery following proper medical treatment.
A Nigerian medical professional, Ugo Bright Malek, has ignited controversy after posting on Facebook that he assumes women's speech or writing is 'nonsense,' leading to widespread condemnation online.
A new study reveals SuperAgers in their 80s and 90s produce twice as many young neurons as healthy peers, offering insights into brain regeneration and resilience against Alzheimer's disease.
Grace Bell becomes the first woman in the UK to give birth after receiving a womb transplant from a deceased donor, marking a historic medical milestone.
A Nigerian doctor practicing in Canada reveals shocking allegations that some doctors in Nigeria falsely diagnose appendicitis, perform fake surgeries, and charge patients for procedures never done.
A Nigerian doctor's viral post about his stagnant income after 10 years in medicine has sparked national debate about professional compensation and economic challenges.
A Nigerian doctor's story of needing ten years of work and a side hustle to afford a car has ignited discussions on healthcare wages and national priorities.
A senior resident doctor at Bingham University Teaching Hospital in Jos has died after contracting Lassa fever from an infected patient. Plateau State confirms fresh outbreak with additional deaths.
Official ONS analysis of 2021 census data shows lesbian, gay, and bisexual individuals in England and Wales have significantly shorter life expectancy compared to heterosexual counterparts.
A snake expert challenges an herbalist's claim that a specific plant can kill snakes instantly, offering a 10 million naira bet to test the theory with his ball python.
Experts clarify bitter kola's role in snakebite treatment, confirming it repels snakes but lacks scientific evidence as antivenom. Tragic death of musician highlights dangers.
Viral WhatsApp messages claim chewing cashew tree bark cures venomous snake bites. Scientific studies and medical experts reveal the truth about this dangerous misinformation.
Discover the world's most influential medical doctors who wield power through clinical excellence, institutional leadership, and global health policy impact beyond the operating room.
French authorities launch investigation into deaths of two infants linked to possibly contaminated powdered milk, as major brands Nestle, Danone, and Lactalis recall batches across multiple countries.
Cambridge research links everyday chemicals to gut microbiome damage and increased antibiotic resistance. Learn how to reduce your exposure and protect your health.
NARD directs nationwide strike from January 12, 2026, citing Federal Government's failure to honour MoU. FG denies neglect, cites policy constraints. Read the full details.
Andre Yarham, the UK's youngest dementia patient, has died at 24. His family donated his brain to science to help research into the cruel, rare disease. Learn the signs.
Nigerian resident doctors will begin a total, indefinite strike on January 12, 2026, citing the Federal Government's failure to honour a crucial Memorandum of Understanding. Read the full details of their demands.
NARD announces a total, indefinite strike from January 12, 2026, over unmet welfare agreements. Protests planned nationwide. Full story on the healthcare crisis.
New research reveals sorbitol, a common sugar alcohol, can convert to fructose in the liver, challenging its 'healthy' label. Learn the risks for Nigerian diets.
A new report reveals dangerous levels of cadmium, lead, and arsenic in Yobe water samples, driving a decades-long kidney failure crisis. Researchers urge immediate action.
Nigerian-born clinician Ayo-ige Ayodele plans to use his Yale epidemiology training to strengthen infectious disease control and bridge health gaps in underserved communities. Read his vision for Nigeria.
NIMR confirms the first detection of the invasive Anopheles stephensi mosquito in Gombe, Nigeria. This urban-adapted vector poses a major new threat to malaria control efforts nationwide. Read more.
A new study reveals a hidden health crisis: nearly one-third of Ibadan's transport workers have hypertension. Learn the key risk factors and urgent public health recommendations.
A Nigerian doctor, Zainab Suleiman, expressed surprise after a patient arrived at the hospital late at night complaining of erectile dysfunction. Read her reaction and what it says about healthcare priorities.
SYNLAB Nigeria introduces Peachy, an anonymous STI testing service to combat HIV stigma and encourage early diagnosis. Know your status privately today.