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THE FACES OF THYROID DISEASE
There are many parts of the body the lay man is not aware of; one of such is the thyroid gland. It is a gland that secretes the thyroxine hormone and triiodothyronine hormone. Do you know what determines the speed with which the cells in your body work? It is the...
What is Urinary Tract Infection? Is Anyone Really Safe?
Urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection caused by microbes. Microbes are organisms that are too small to be seen with the naked eyes. They can only be seen with the aid of a microscope. These microbes include bacteria, but some are caused by fungi and in rare...
LASSA FEVER OUTBREAK UPDATE: The Worst One So far
To date, the current Lassa fever outbreak has been ongoing for seven weeks and has recorded about 70 deaths. A total of 913 suspected cases of the disease have been reported across Edo, Ondo, Kogi, Ebonyi, Bauchi, Plateau, Gombe, Kaduna, Taraba, FCT, Oyo,...
Tips for healthcare professionals that want to work in the oil and gas industry
There are many healthcare professionals that are interested in working in the oil and gas industry. Some see it as a pathway to executive corporate leadership; others wish to expand their expertise. Flying doctors Nigeria has provided medical support to the oil and...
How to Communicate With Patients as Health Care Professionals
Dear Healthcare Professional, How many patients have come to you and again and again with the same complaints? It just may be that they did not hear you the first time. Or they did but did not understand your instructions. Introduction According to research conducted...
4 of the most famous Nigerian doctors
Nigerian doctors have achieved great feats in Nigeria and abroad. This article will tell you about four of famous Nigerian doctors who have been recognized for bravery, integrity and clinical excellence. Professor Babatunde Oshotimehin Professor Oshotimehin, a former...