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The World Health Organization (WHO) has released its first global guideline on GLP-1 medicines for obesity, as more than 1 billion people face a rising epidemic linked to 3.7 million deaths in 2024 and US$3 trillion in annual global costs. Reports revealed how more than 1 billion people are now living with obesity worldwide, a […]
Before diabetes strikes, the body whispers. Most people ignore the sound. Early symptoms of diabetes often appear subtle and are easily dismissed as stress or fatigue. Yet they are the body’s way of signaling danger. Common early indicators include: Frequent urination Intense thirst Uncontrolled hunger Rapid weight loss EPISODE 5: TYPES OF DIABETES EXPLAINED | […]
Three diseases with one name— do you know which one could be in your family? The 2025 World Diabetes Day theme— “Diabetes Across Life Stages”—reflects the reality Dr. Modupe describes. According to him, there are three major types: 1. Type 1 Diabetes Common in younger people. The body produces little or no insulin. Previously called […]
Think amputation is rare? Think again. New global statistics offer a chilling perspective on the reach of diabetes. International health bodies report that: Every 5 seconds, someone develops diabetes, while every 10 seconds, someone dies from the disease and every 30 seconds, a limb is amputated due to diabetes-related complications. These numbers underscore a global […]
How many Nigerians are treating medical emergencies like spiritual battles? For years, Baba Kudi interpreted the stubborn wound on his leg as a spiritual affliction. Like many Nigerians, he connected prolonged illnesses with unseen forces. But medical experts warn that misinterpretation often delays life-saving treatment. According to his former apprentice, who served under him during […]
What if one smell— one moment—could reveal a silent disease millions don’t know they have? What began as a simple act of kindness on a hot afternoon in Agiodo community inside Ondo city quickly evolved into a startling revelation about a silent medical crisis affecting millions. Baba Kudi,( pseudonym) a bricklayer in his late fifties, […]
Despite significant progress in reducing global tobacco use, the World Health Organization (WHO) has sounded the alarm over a sharp increase in e-cigarette consumption— particularly among young people. In a newly released report, the WHO estimates that more than 100 million people globally now use e-cigarettes. Of that total, approximately 86 million are adults, predominantly […]
A newly approved malaria treatment tailored specifically for newborns and very young children has been hailed as a significant advance in the fight against one of Africa’s deadliest diseases. Swiss regulators have given the green light to the drug, known as Coartem Baby (also marketed as Riamet Baby), which is expected to be rolled out […]
Amid an ongoing spell of unusual cold weather, the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has urged citizens to take climate-smart precautions to protect their health, especially as the country approaches the annual August Break. Deputy General Manager of Public Weather Services at NiMet, Mr. Wasiu Ibrahim who made this known during an interview session with Radio […]
The Minister of Environment, Balarabe Lawal had revealed how over 3.5 million Nigerian children suffer from diarrheal diseases every year, largely due to poor sanitation and hygiene practices. This sobering figure was revealed by the Minister, during a press briefing to mark the 2025 National Environmental Sanitation Day in Abuja. He warned that children under […]
