Hepatitis B Drug Trial Shows Functional Cure Potential
An experimental hepatitis B drug, bepirovirsen, helped 20% of patients achieve sustained viral suppression after stopping treatment, marking progress toward a functional cure.
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Putin Orders Anti-Ageing Vaccine Development
Russian President Putin has ordered scientists to create the world's first anti-ageing vaccine, targeting the RAGE receptor with gene therapy. The project is part of a $26 billion national programme.
New Genetic Cause of Neonatal Diabetes Discovered by Scientists
University of Exeter researchers identify TMEM167A gene mutations as a hidden cause of neonatal diabetes, leading to severe neurological complications in infants within first six months of life.
Nigerian Researchers Push Potassium Salt for Hypertension
Nigerian health experts are shifting focus from salt reduction to promoting potassium-enriched salt to address rising hypertension and cardiovascular disease, backed by international research.
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Man Had Metal Chopstick in Throat for 8 Years
A Chinese man swallowed a metal chopstick in 2018 and left it lodged in his throat until surgeons removed it in March 2026, avoiding serious injury.
Wildlife Trade Fuels Human Disease Spread, Study Says
A new study reveals that global wildlife trade significantly increases the risk of pathogen spillover from animals to humans, with traded mammals sharing more pathogens and posing higher epidemic threats.
Doctor Arrested for Fatal Liver Removal Instead of Spleen
A medical doctor has been arrested following a fatal surgical error where he removed a patient's liver instead of the spleen, leading to the patient's death. The incident has sparked outrage and calls for stricter oversight in the healthcare sector.
Cannabis May Cause Miscarriage, Rewire Sperm DNA
New research from Duke and Boston Universities reveals that cannabis use in men can alter sperm DNA, increasing miscarriage risk and affecting early embryo development through epigenetic changes.
Doctor Alarms Over Viral Video of Lady Feeding from Dog's Mouth
A Nigerian medical professional has issued a serious public health warning after a disturbing video circulated online showing a young woman extracting liquid food from her dog's mouth with her own mouth and swallowing it, highlighting severe zoonotic dise
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Awareness and Early Diagnosis Key to Parkinson's Care in Nigeria
Health advocates in Lagos call for increased awareness and early detection of Parkinson's disease, highlighting misconceptions and the need for improved support systems for patients and caregivers.
World Health Day: Science Key to Nigeria's Healthcare Future
On World Health Day 2026, experts highlight Nigeria's struggle to apply scientific research to healthcare, citing poor funding and infrastructure as major barriers to progress.
Experts Urge African Nations to Fund Health Data Systems
Health experts call for increased domestic funding to strengthen health data systems in Africa, emphasizing sustainability and control over data resources to improve research and healthcare outcomes.
Malaria Threats Rise Despite Vaccine Advances: Johns Hopkins
Experts from Johns Hopkins University caution that malaria control is entering a fragile phase due to drug resistance, insecticide resistance, and diagnostic challenges, even as new vaccines are deployed globally.
TB Risk Should Not Depend on Where You Are Born
A scientist highlights the disparity in TB responses between high-income and high-burden countries, advocating for equitable vaccine access to combat the disease globally.
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Plastic Chemicals Tied to 2M Premature Births, 74K Newborn Deaths
A new global study reveals that two common plastic chemicals, DEHP and DiNP, were associated with nearly 2 million premature births and about 74,000 newborn deaths in 2018. These phthalates disrupt hormones and are found in everyday items like food packag
Experts Push AI, Biosensors, Physiology for Healthcare Boost
Medical experts at UNIMED's Bio-Synergy Conference urge combining physiology with AI and biosensors to enhance diagnostics, treatments, and healthcare systems in Nigeria, marking The Physiological Society's 150th anniversary.
Don Warns Imported Drugs Strain Economy, Urges Biotech Investment
A microbiology professor warns Nigeria's heavy reliance on imported pharmaceuticals is draining foreign reserves, urging investment in local biotech production. Health experts also call for healthcare financing overhaul.
Six Diseases More Deadly Than HIV: WHO Data Reveals
Global health data from WHO shows six diseases now cause more annual deaths than HIV worldwide, including heart disease, stroke, and diabetes, reflecting changing mortality patterns.
Integrated Diagnostics Urged to Tackle Nigeria's High TB Burden
Roberto Taboada of Roche Diagnostics calls for integrated diagnostic approaches to address Nigeria's persistent tuberculosis crisis, highlighting inefficiencies in current systems and the need for scalable solutions aligned with national health priorities
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Woman Revives After Ambulance Hits Pothole on Way to Funeral
A woman declared brain dead by doctors miraculously regained consciousness after the ambulance transporting her body hit a pothole, leading to her full recovery following proper medical treatment.
Nigerian Doctor's Misogynistic Remarks Cause Viral Backlash
A Nigerian medical professional, Ugo Bright Malek, has ignited controversy after posting on Facebook that he assumes women's speech or writing is 'nonsense,' leading to widespread condemnation online.
SuperAgers' Brain Secret: Double Neuron Growth for Sharp Memory
A new study reveals SuperAgers in their 80s and 90s produce twice as many young neurons as healthy peers, offering insights into brain regeneration and resilience against Alzheimer's disease.
First UK Baby Born After Deceased Donor Womb Transplant
Grace Bell becomes the first woman in the UK to give birth after receiving a womb transplant from a deceased donor, marking a historic medical milestone.
Doctor Exposes Fake Appendicitis Surgery Scam in Nigeria
A Nigerian doctor practicing in Canada reveals shocking allegations that some doctors in Nigeria falsely diagnose appendicitis, perform fake surgeries, and charge patients for procedures never done.
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Doctor's Salary Struggle After 10 Years in Nigeria
A Nigerian doctor's viral post about his stagnant income after 10 years in medicine has sparked national debate about professional compensation and economic challenges.
Nigerian Doctor's 10-Year Car Struggle Sparks Debate
A Nigerian doctor's story of needing ten years of work and a side hustle to afford a car has ignited discussions on healthcare wages and national priorities.
Plateau Doctor Dies from Lassa Fever After Treating Patient
A senior resident doctor at Bingham University Teaching Hospital in Jos has died after contracting Lassa fever from an infected patient. Plateau State confirms fresh outbreak with additional deaths.
LGB+ Britons Have Lower Life Expectancy Than Straight Peers
Official ONS analysis of 2021 census data shows lesbian, gay, and bisexual individuals in England and Wales have significantly shorter life expectancy compared to heterosexual counterparts.
Snake Expert Challenges Herbalist Over Plant Claim
A snake expert challenges an herbalist's claim that a specific plant can kill snakes instantly, offering a 10 million naira bet to test the theory with his ball python.
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Experts clarify bitter kola's role in snakebite treatment, confirming it repels snakes but lacks scientific evidence as antivenom. Tragic death of musician highlights dangers.
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