For many people, stubborn arm fat can be frustratingly difficult to reduce—even with consistent exercise. While genetics play a role in where fat is stored, health experts say certain eating habits can make the problem worse.
Nutrition specialists point to common foods that trigger hormonal and metabolic reactions, encouraging fat...
A tragic case in Lagos has once again drawn attention to the urgent need for a more effective national health insurance system in Nigeria, following the death of 28-year-old Mrs. Charity Anani and one of her newborn quadruplets.
Mrs. Anani reportedly died on April 3, 2026, at Adebayo Hospital in...
Another day, another headline that chills the blood and breaks the heart. Early Monday, a fire ripped through the trauma care unit of the SCB Medical College and Hospital in Cuttack, Odisha. The victims were not there by chance; they were the most vulnerable among us—critically ill patients, strapped...
A Night of Unthinkable Loss
In the quiet hours of Thursday morning, the close‑knit community of Mangu town, the administrative heart of Mangu Local Government Area (LGA) in Plateau State, was ripped apart by a devastating house fire. Six children—ranging from a newborn of four months to a 12‑year‑old—perished, while...
The Tragedy That Shook Nigeria
On Monday, 23 May 2024, the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway—a lifeline that stitches together two of Nigeria’s most bustling states—became the setting for a heart‑breaking accident that claimed two lives and left former two‑time heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua fighting for his own health.
The British‑Nigerian boxer, who had just completed a victorious bout...
Dr. Sanduk Ruit, a renowned ophthalmologist and eye surgeon, has spent over four decades restoring the vision of more than 100,000 people, earning him the nickname "God of Sight" among his patients. Now, he's setting his sights on a new goal: making Nepal a global leader in eye care...
A new Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) outbreak has been declared in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), specifically in Kasai Province, raising concerns across the continent. With 28 suspected cases and 16 deaths, including four health workers, reported as of September 5, 2025, the Federal Government of Nigeria isn't...
Medical professionals have urged Nigerians to get immediate HIV testing when certain persistent symptoms manifest in the body.
They cautioned that the Human Immunodeficiency Virus, which gradually undermines the immune system, can go unnoticed for years without regular testing.
TEM has learned that one of the most perilous aspects of HIV...
Ace Nigerian filmmaker Kemi Adetiba has once again brought to light her persistent struggle with fibroids, revealing the disheartening possibility of undergoing a third surgery to address the debilitating condition. This candid revelation underscores the ongoing challenges many women face with fibroids and the often-recurrent nature of the ailment.
Adetiba's...
Minna, Niger State – A devastating cholera outbreak has swept through Niger State, claiming the lives of 13 people and leaving 130 others hospitalized across 16 local government areas. As of now, health officials have confirmed 253 cases, prompting urgent intervention from state authorities.
The outbreak has hit a significant portion...
Dutse, Jigawa State – The Emir of Dutse, Alhaji Hamim Nuhu, has issued a powerful call for a concerted, multi-stakeholder effort to combat the escalating issue of violence against women in Northern Nigeria. The monarch unequivocally declared such violence as "un-Islamic and repugnant," emphasizing that the Islamic faith prioritizes the...
British scientists have developed a groundbreaking new test that can identify an abnormal womb lining linked to an increased risk of miscarriage. This discovery could pave the way for new treatments and provide long-awaited answers for many grappling with repeated pregnancy loss.
Researchers at the University of Warwick found that...
In a world where an HIV diagnosis often necessitates lifelong antiretroviral therapy (ART) to manage the virus, Dr. Patrick Matemilola stands as a truly remarkable exception. For nearly three decades since his diagnosis in 1992, Dr. Matemilola has defied conventional medical expectations, living a healthy and fulfilling life with...
Do you suffer from painful urination? Do you experience persistent pain in the groin area? Have you been diagnosed with, or suspect you have, prostatitis? If so, you are not alone. Prostatitis, an inflammation of the prostate gland, is increasingly being identified as the most common disease among men...
Senior health experts have issued a strong warning against engaging in sexual intercourse during a woman's menstrual period, citing a heightened risk of infection transmission and potential physical harm.
According to these medical professionals, the act of intercourse during menstruation is not safe and could lead to the spread of...
It's a statement that raises eyebrows, often evokes a chuckle, and sometimes even a gasp. "We regret not marrying more women," a senior citizen might muse, perhaps with a twinkle in their eye or a sigh of reflective wistfulness. On the surface, it sounds like a literal call for...
A Canadian woman experienced a remarkable increase in breast size, expanding from a B cup to a triple G cup, following her Covid vaccination, marking a unique case in medical literature.
The 19-year-old received her initial dose of the Pfizer Covid vaccine in September 2022, after which she began to...
In the last twenty years, there has been a significant rise in the incidence of throat cancer, prompting some experts to label it an epidemic.
Oral sex has been identified as a contributing factor to this "epidemic," with some studies suggesting it may be more harmful than smoking.
According to an...
China is currently experiencing an outbreak of human metapneumovirus (HMPV), occurring five years after the severe Covid-19 pandemic.
Diaspora Digital Media reports that the virus is spreading swiftly, with reports indicating that hospitals and crematoriums are becoming overwhelmed.
This outbreak presents symptoms such as fever, cough, and respiratory distress, which are...
Minister Murashko has made a groundbreaking announcement: Russia has developed a cancer vaccine, "OncoVax," which will be offered free of charge to all citizens around the globe.
In a powerful statement, Health Minister Mikhail Murashko emphasized this pivotal advancement as a potential revolution in cancer treatment that could save millions...
A cholera outbreak has spread across 33 states and 122 local government areas in Nigeria, resulting in 63 deaths and 2,102 suspected cases, according to the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC).
The highly contagious disease is transmitted through contaminated food and water, and the surge in cases is attributed...
Dr Kemi Ogunyemi, Special Adviser to the Lagos State governor on Health, has revealed that unregistered tigernut drinks have been traced to be a major cause of the Cholera outbreak in the state.
In a chat with Punch, Ogunyemi said most of the patients who came for treatment said they...
Group of scientists have found microplastics in human penises for the first time, as concerns over the tiny particles’ proliferation and potential health effects continue to pile up.
Microplastics are polymer fragments that can range from less than 0.2 inches (5 millimetres) down to 1/25,000th of an inch (1 micrometre)....
A medical practitioner and Managing Director of Holyfill Hospital, Ayelaje Joseph, has been accused of removing a woman’s womb, without her consent, in his hospital, located in the Ikorodu area of Lagos.
The accuser, Mrs. Okeafor Suzan, said she had an operation in the hospital for fibroid removal but later...
Having a tattoo could increase your risk of developing a rare type of cancer by 21%, a new study has found.
According to Researchers in Sweden, they found a potential link between tattoos and cancer in the lymphatic system, known as lymphoma.
Lymphoma is a type of blood cancer that affects...
The first recipient of a genetically modified pig kidney transplant has died nearly two months after he underwent the procedure, his family and the hospital that performed the surgery said Saturday.
Richard “Rick” Slayman had the transplant at Massachusetts General Hospital in March at the age of 62. Surgeons said...
It’s the season of mangoes, and the market is flooded with them.
But, as the demand for juicy mangoes increases, the marketers chemically inject them which ripen them quickly so that the supply remains stable.
If you are also a mango lover, then here are some tips for identifying such mangoes...
Following the consumption of grilled crocodile in Nigeria, Dayo Oyewo writes on the concerns of health experts and wild life conservationists
A renewed interest in the consumption of crocodile meat in Nigeria has raised concerns among the proponents of wildlife conservation in the country.
Over the years, the barbecue business has...
Just over two weeks after doctors placed a genetically edited kidney from a pig inside Richard Slayman, the 62-year-old is recovering at home and relishing “one of the happiest moments” of his life.
Washington Post reports that on March 16, Slayman became the first living person to receive such a...
A major study published Tuesday, March 12 has said Covid-19 caused the average life expectancy of people worldwide to fall by 1.6 years during the first two years of the pandemic, a more dramatic decline than previously thought.
This marked a sharp reversal during a decades-long rise in global life...
An American woman died after a surgical Robot burned a hole in her intestine during a colon cancer operation.
Sandra Sultzer, 78, from Boca Raton, died in 2022 following a procedure to treat her colon cancer the previous year, which was performed using a 'da Vinci' robot, a lawsuit filed by her husband...
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, NAFDAC, on Tuesday said that 50 per cent of imported pharmaceutical products in Nigeria are fake.
The Director General of NAFDAC, Mojisola Adeyeye, disclosed this during a recent stakeholders’ engagement in Abuja.
She explained that the certificate of a pharmaceutical product...
Picking your nose might increase your chances of developing Alzheimer’s disease, a new study shows.
A protein called beta-amyloid is believed to be a cause of the progressive dementia that characterizes Alzheimer’s disease. And according to a recent report, beta-amyloid may be produced in the brain as a defense mechanism...
Cameroon launched the world’s first routine vaccine programme against malaria on Monday.
It is one of 20 African countries planning to introduce the drug this year, according to global vaccine alliance Gavi.
Here are some key facts.
The RTS,S malaria vaccine, developed by British pharmaceutical GSK, opens new lab and sold under...
Embarking on a 90-day journey without soda can usher in a range of health benefits, transforming your well-being and setting the stage for a healthier 2024. Here are some compelling reasons to consider joining the #90DaysWithoutSoda challenge:
1. **Enhanced Hydration:** Soda, notorious for its dehydrating effects, can be replaced with...
Prof. Ademola Popoola of Department of Surgery, University of Ilorin, Unilorin, has warned that penile erection after 30 minutes in sexual intercourse is purposeless, dangerous and harmful to men.
Popoola raised the alarm in Ilorin during his paper presentation at the 250th Inaugural Lecture of the university, entitled: “That All...
Dr Abdulraheem Muslimu, an Obstetric Gynecologist in Bauchi on Friday, said excessive protein intake during pregnancy can lead to miscarriage.
He told the News Agency of Nigeria that excess protein increases toxic ammonia production in a pregnant woman’s body.
Mr Muslimu, who is with the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, O&G,...
A drug which stops HIV from infecting the body has proved to be a highly effective "real-world" preventative treatment, a study has confirmed.
The research was conducted on 24,000 people taking it across England and the results have been described as "reassuring", BBC reports.
Thousands of people are already taking PrEP...
Scientists have developed a groundbreaking cancer drug that kills all solid cancer tumors while leaving other cells unharmed.
The new molecule, codenamed AOH1996 - targets a protein present in most cancers that helps tumors grow and multiply in the body. It is significant because this protein, the proliferating cell nuclear...
Ever felt that afternoon slump after a sugary lunch? That's your blood sugar levels crashing. Over time, these swings may stress your body and could even lead to insulin resistance, a risk factor for depression.
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A man in south Florida, USA died from a brain-eating infection last month after using tap water during sinus rinses,
According to Fox 4 news reports, the man, who has not been named but was identified as a resident of Charlotte County, died on February 20, three days before the...
The virus that causes COVID-19 most likely leaked from a Chinese laboratory, according to a classified US report based on new intelligence and recently sent to the White House and key members of Congress.
The stunning revelation by the US Energy Department comes more than a year after the FBI...
Nigerians have been alerted by the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) about a fake Augmentin 625mg tablets in circulation within the country.
The health agency in a statement released on Monday October 24, said the falsified antibiotic has the batch number 562626, a manufacturing date of April...
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has declared an immediate three-week lockdown in two high-risk districts as the country battles a rise in Ebola infections.
President Yoweri introduced the lockdown for the two districts worst affected by the killer virus, where dozens have already been infected and nearly 20 patients have died.
There is...
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has warned against taking four cough syrups made from India.
BBC reported that the drugs manufactured by an Indian company, Maiden Pharmaceuticals, could be linked to the deaths of 66 children in The Gambia.
The International Health Agency said the company failed to provide guarantees about the...
The Federal Government and the Serum Institute of India have announced a partnership in producing vaccines locally to advance vaccine equity in Nigeria.
This was disclosed by Dr. Faisal Shuaib, ED/CEO, National Primary Health Care Development Agency on Tuesday.
He stated that talks would be a launchpad towards vaccine self-sufficiency in Nigeria.
What the NPHCDA is...
China has become the first country to green-light an inhaled Covid-19 vaccine, known as Convidecia Air, paving the way for potential use of the needle-free product in the country, where suppressing the spread of Covid-19 remains a top priority.
The vaccine maker, CanSino Biologics, said in a statement Sunday that...
Doctors have removed a 100-pound tumour from a woman's body that she had been living with for five years.
The Brazilian woman, who stood 4-foot-9 and weighed 330 pounds, had reported to the clinic after suffering from shortness of breath, allegedly caused by the massive tumour.
There, doctors discovered that her midsection...
Two people have died from mystery pneumonia in Argentina with others hospitalised amid fears of a new viral outbreak.
Health officials in the South American country said they were infected with 'pneumonia of unknown origin'.
According to Mail Online, the cases are among eight health workers and one ICU patient treated at a private...
Pharmaceutical company, Moderna has said it is suing rival, Pfizer and its German partner BioNTech for patent infringement in the development of the first Covid-19 vaccine.
Morderna, which is US based, alleges that the mRNA technology it developed before the pandemic was copied.
In a statement, Moderna said Pfizer/BioNTech copied two...
The COVID-19 vaccine developed by the Federal Government is set for trial by November
The PUNCH reports that the project, which is a mega research grant intervention tagged, ‘Accelerated development of COVID-19 vaccines using innovative technological approach’, is a collaborative effort involving cluster researchers from five different institutions to consolidate problem-solving...
The World Health Organisation has recognized Togo as the first country globally to eliminate four Neglected Tropical Diseases.
The WHO made this known during its Regional Committee for Africa meeting held in Lomé on Monday, August 22.
Between 2011 and 2022, Togo has successfully eliminated dracunculiasis (Guinea worm disease), elephantiasis (lymphatic...
Scientists say more research and monitoring is needed for a new virus detected in dozens of people in eastern China that suggests just how easily viruses can travel unnoticed from animals to humans.
The virus, named Langya henipavirus, infected nearly three dozen farmers and other residents, according to a team...
China has discovered a new, potentially fatal virus within its borders, which experts say could trigger another pandemic.
The Langya Henipavirus, referred to as "Langya," has already infected 35 people, according to Taiwan's Centers for Disease Control.
Authorities said the patients did not have close contact with each other or common exposure...
Brazilians have started attacking monkeys by poisoning them over fears they are responsible for the growing monkeypox virus outbreak.
Local reports said that 10 monkeys had been poisoned in less than a week in the city of Sao Jose do Rio Preto, in Sao Paulo state.
The World Health Organization expressed...
About 12.7 million Nigerians live with Hepatitis B, the World Health Organization has said.
Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver that is caused by a variety of infectious viruses and non-infectious agents, leading to a range of health problems, some of which can be fatal. There are five main...
