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Undergoing cataract surgery when it’s not necessary? Some do it to improve their eyesight, but it’s not without risk
For some years now, it has been possible to have surgery to replace the crystalline lens, the natural lens of…
Lagos govt issues warning over ‘poisonous’ plantain chips
The Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency (LASCOPA) has warned against Plantain Chips” being sold in the state. This comes…
FG to issue executive order to slash medicine costs
HEALTH FG to issue executive order to slash medicine costs Published on January 17, 2024 By Williams Anuku…
How long does it take to get an autism diagnosis?
Adults too have problems getting professionals to listen. Parent by Shutterstock Laura Crane, City, University of London and Elisabeth L…
Dangerous chemicals found in recycled plastics, making them unsafe for use – experts explain the hazards
Plastic pollution is a menace worldwide. Plastics are now found in every environment on the planet, from the deepest seas…
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Taxes on e-cigarettes: South Africa must strike a balance between economic arguments and health concerns
ilkov_igor/Shutterstock Marius van Oordt, University of Pretoria The 21st century has seen a massive expansion in the ways that…
Why do people have wisdom teeth?
Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question you’d like an expert to…
Stressed out? Why mindfulness and meditation help us cope with the world
In a world fraught with anxiety, stress, and environmental and humanitarian disasters, people are looking for ways to cope. Many…
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