A new initiative has been launched with the goal of expediting the development and availability of messenger RNA (mRNA) vaccine candidates for human avian influenza (H5N1). The World Health Organisation (WHO), alongside the Medicines Patent Pool (MPP), made this known…

Blood tests can be used to detect proteins circulating in the blood. These proteins can, and are used to determine and predict our health, as they give an insight into what levels different systems are operating at. Many diseases, particularly…

There is concern in government quarters in Ondo State following the discovery of a peculiar strain of hepatitis infection among patients. Special Adviser to the Governor on Health Matters, Simidele Odimayo, gave the indication in Akure on Saturday on the…

Stakeholders in the health sector have stressed the need for collaborative advocacy towards achieving sustainable progress in maternal health across Nigeria. The call was made during a webinar organised by Pathfinder International in partnership with the Center for Communication and…

A civic technology organisation, Orodata Science, is set to unveil a tool designed to enhance transparency and accountability in Nigeria’s primary healthcare system. The organisation made this known in a statement issued Friday, stating that the platform will encourage sub-national…

Obesity is a growing problem worldwide, with the United States having one of the highest levels of obesity in the world.Low-grade chronic inflammation, often caused by dysfunction of white blood cells called monocytes, increases the risk of many health conditions…

A recent study examined how several lifestyle factors influenced late-life depression, dementia, and stroke risk.Results show healthier lifestyles were linked to lower incidences of late-life depression and also a reduced risk of combined outcomes including stroke, dementia, and late-life depression.Opting…

Two recent preliminary studies using rodents took a look at the effects alcohol has on the heart.One study researched how alcohol affects the heart in females with estrogen replacement, and the other study examined binge drinking. The first study revealed…

President Bola Tinubu has approved the establishment of a new unit known as the Sector-wide Coordinating Office-Programme Management Unit (SCO-PMU) to monitor funds allocated for the implementation of the Nigeria Health Sector Renewal Investment Initiative (NHSRII). According to a statement…

Consuming a diet with adequate fiber is associated with maintaining a healthy weight.An animal study recently investigated which form of fiber might be most effective.Beta-glucan, a fiber found in cereals and oats, came out on top.A new study using a…

A study from MIT reveals new insights into the cellular and circuit vulnerabilities in Alzheimer’s disease.The study also identified factors that might help some individuals resist cognitive decline, such as key brain cells and diet.This analysis highlights the relationship between…

Members of the House of Representatives have pledged to provide legislative support to address the funding challenges facing the country’s blood service system. This was disclosed by the Deputy Chairman, House Committee on Specialty Healthcare, Lawan Shettima, during a roundtable…

Share on PinterestAn increasing number of people without diabetes are using GLP-1 agonist drugs for weight loss only. Image credit: MarkHatfield/Getty Images.The last few years have seen a marked increase in the use of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 agonists)…

Neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease are increasing worldwide.Studies suggest that people with obesity are at greater risk of developing both Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease.Now, a study has found that where the excess weight is carried may…

Moderate alcohol consumption has previously been associated with potential health benefits, including reduced mortality risk.However, recent research suggests that these findings were flawed and, compared to abstaining from alcohol, moderate alcohol consumption has no significant benefits for longevity. Experts are…