UNICEF Pushes for National Policy Mandating Public Toilets at Filling Stations, Markets to End Open Defecation
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has called on the Nigerian government to introduce a national policy mandating all public places, including filling stations, markets, and parks, to provide clean, accessible toilets as part of renewed efforts…
The Hidden Dangers of Sitting Too Long on the Toilet
The bathroom has quietly become a reading lounge. Many people spend far longer than necessary on the toilet, scrolling through social media, replying to messages, or catching up on news. What should be a quick three-minute visit often turns into a…
Adamimogo FM’s Ibidun Iwalewa-Oderinnu Advocates Regular Health Checks, Hosts Free Medical Outreach in Ibadan
Broadcaster and health advocate, Ibidun Iwalewa-Oderinnu of Adamimogo 105.1 FM, has urged Nigerians to prioritise their health through regular medical checkups for the early detection and prevention of diseases. Iwalewa-Oderinnu made the call during a…
Lifestyle Change Can Change the Course of Dementia
Regular physical activity remains one of the most effective ways to reduce the risk of dementia. It benefits the heart, improves circulation, helps maintain a healthy weight, and boosts mental well-being. Experts say that both aerobic and…
Nigerian Dentist Dr. Adekemi Adeniyan Wins Global Roux Prize for Transforming Oral Health Access
Nigerian dentist and oral health advocate, Dr. Adekemi Adeniyan, has been announced as the winner of the 2025 Roux Prize, one of the world’s most prestigious honors in global health. The award, presented annually by David and Barbara Roux and the…
Why More Fruits and Vegetables Could Be the Secret to Healthier Living
Why are vegetables so important to our daily diet? Cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, cabbage, kale, and cauliflower are gaining fresh attention in the scientific world. Not only do they help blunt spikes in blood sugar, a particularly important…
UNICEF Warns in Alarming Global Report That More Children Will Become Obese
For the first time in recorded history, there are now more children in the world who are obese than those who are underweight, according to a major study by UNICEF. The report, which analysed data from more than 190 countries, reveals a shift in global…
UNICEF, ILO, EU Launch Social Protection Project in Oyo, Warn of Millions Left Behind
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), in partnership with the International Labour Organization (ILO) and with funding support from the European Union (EU), has launched the Supporting Sustainable Social Protection Systems in Nigeria (SUSI)…
What Does it Really Means to Live Healthy?
For years, people have wrestled with the idea of healthy living. For some, it means shelling out money on organic meals and fitness subscriptions. For others, it feels elitist, a privilege only the wealthy can afford. To yet another group, it comes…
UK Faces Rising Costs and Shortages as Demand for Weight-Loss Drug Mounjaro Surges
The boom in demand for new generation weight-loss drugs is colliding with supply pressures and price hikes, sparking growing concern among patients and health experts in the UK. More than 1.5 million people across the country are currently using…