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Is The 8-Hour Sleep Rule Really A Myth?

It is common knowledge that sleep is important for growth and development, as well as a properly functioning brain. Although we all...

HIV Self-Test; What You Need to Know

HIV self-test is an antibody test that allows you to check your HIV status by yourself using your saliva sample.

5 Proven Ways to Prevent Genital Warts

Did you know that genital warts are one of the most common sexually transmitted infections (STIs) worldwide? It is approximated that millions...

Urinary Tract Infections: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment

Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) refer to infections of any part of the urinary tract or system by microorganisms; usually bacteria. The urinary system comprises the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra.
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5 important questions about oral thrush

Sequel to our previous article on oral thrush, we will be giving you answers to the 5 most important questions about the...
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Oral Thrush? Learn about it here!

Oral thrush (also called thrush, or oral candidiasis) is a fungal infection of the mouth caused by yeast-like fungi called Candida.  Candida...

Understanding Cervical Cancer

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer in women, with over 90% of death cases from the disease occurring in low- and middle- income countries. An interesting concern is that virtually everyone is exposed to the virus that causes 90% of cervical cancer but the good part is that the cancer is preventable, as long as people have access to two things. Let’s find out.
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Weird facts- Extra Nipples (Supernumerary Nipples)

Every one (boys, girls, men and, of course, women) has breast tissues, over which is an areola (a ring of skin, darker...
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See these Nigerian foods that boost immunity

Boost immunity. It’s a new year, and as usual, many of us have goals and targets for the year....
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Did you know these facts about Hepatitis?

What are the facts about hepatitis? Take this short quiz to test your knowledge about the disease