IS IT EVER SAFE TO SELF-MEDICATE?
The World Health Organisation (WHO) defines self-medication as the use of drugs to treat self-diagnosed disorders or symptoms or the intermittent or continued use of prescribed drug for chronic or recurrent disease or symptoms. Self-medication is a very common...
LACK OF SLEEP – A PUBLIC HEALTH EPIDEMIC
Lack of sleep Getting enough sleep every night is crucial for human health. It is not a luxury but something people need for good health. Not getting enough sleep is linked with many chronic diseases and conditions such as weight gain, weakened immune system,...
Eating and Drinking in Nigeria; 5 tips for Expats
Lagos, Abuja, and other large cities have a number of great restaurants and bars, the best review website we know is here. However, there are some tips for expats that will keep you healthy whilst enjoying the variety of eateries in Nigeria’s towns and cities....
Everything You Need to Know about Malaria
Malaria remains one of the leading health concerns for international travelers and expatriates visiting or relocating to Africa. In 2023, there were an estimated 263 million new cases of malaria and 597,000 malaria deaths worldwide. Strikingly, 95% of all malaria...
