Cold water and its impact on your health
Research shows cold water can trigger headaches, worsen congestion, and even cause blood pressure spikes in some people.
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Chinese pharma narrows gap with US in first-in-class drugs
China has emerged as a leading force in pharmaceutical and medical device innovation, narrowing its gap with the United States.
Insomnia could be early sign of brain decline
A new study suggests seniors with chronic insomnia face a 40% higher risk of dementia and faster brain aging.
5 possible warning signs of suicidal thoughts
The article warns that talking about death, hopelessness, suicidal plans, withdrawal or risky behaviour, and sudden changes in mood or habits may signal someone is contemplating suicide.
Resident doctors announce 5-day nationwide warning strike
The National Association of Resident Doctors will embark on a five-day nationwide warning strike from September 12 to demand better working conditions and pay.
Nigerian researcher wins acclaim for breakthrough in HIV-related brain studies
Nigerian researcher Elizabeth Kehinde Oladipo has been hailed internationally for her groundbreaking HIV brain study.
New blood test can detect cancer risk a decade in advance
A newly developed blood test can detect HPV-related head and neck cancers up to a decade before symptoms manifest.
UNICEF: Obesity emerges as leading form of malnutrition among youth
For the first time, obesity has overtaken undernourishment as the main form of malnutrition among children and adolescents worldwide, driven by the proliferation of ultra-processed foods and aggressive marketing, UNICEF reports.
Green tea microbeads that block fat show potential for weight loss in new study
A new exploratory study by researchers at Sichuan University found that edible microbeads composed of green tea polyphenols, vitamin E, and seaweed induced a roughly 17% weight loss in rats on a high-fat diet by blocking fat absorption in the gut, with minimal side effects and human trials now underway.
23 million Nigerians risk vision loss – Experts
Health experts warn that Nigeria risks a blindness crisis as 23 million citizens battle eye problems, urging urgent government investment in preventive and accessible eye care.