In recent years, mental health has moved from the shadows into the spotlight. More people are talking openly about anxiety, depression, ADHD, and other conditions, and more are seeking help. But with that openness comes a big question: Are mental health medications being overprescribed… or are they still underutilized? The truth isn’t black and white….
Abortion remains one of the most polarizing issues in global public health and policy. While debates often center on morality or legality, the lived consequences of abortion restrictions on women’s physical, mental, and socioeconomic well-being are profound and often overlooked. Restrictive laws do not eliminate abortions; instead, they drive them underground, placing women’s lives at…
You’ve probably seen the headlines. Celebrities are “Ozempic thin.” Friends are losing 30, 40, even 50 pounds “without changing much.” And your social feed is flooded with before-and-after photos. But behind the buzz, a growing number of doctors are sounding the alarm: Ozempic was never meant for weight loss — and using it that way…
High blood pressure (hypertension) affects over 1.3 billion people worldwide, including millions in Nigeria and across Africa. Often called the “silent killer,” it increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, and kidney failure, yet many don’t even know they have it. The good news? You don’t always need medication to bring your numbers down. Research…
In recent years, science has uncovered a fascinating and powerful link between your gut and your brain, a connection so strong that it’s reshaping how we understand mental health. Welcome to the world of the gut-brain axis, where trillions of tiny microbes in your digestive system may be influencing your mood, anxiety, and even your…
What Are GMOs? A Clear Definition GMO stands for Genetically Modified Organism. These are living organisms, most commonly plants, animals, or microorganisms whose genetic material (DNA) has been altered using genetic engineering techniques. Unlike traditional breeding methods, which rely on natural processes such as cross-pollination, genetic modification enables scientists to insert specific genes from one…
The kidneys are two bean-shaped organs, each approximately the size of a fist, located just below the rib cage on either side of the spine. Though small in size, they play a massive role in maintaining your overall health Key Functions of the Kidneys When kidneys fail due to conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure,…
In the quiet town of Ibadan, a routine surgery turned into a nightmare that nearly cost a 43-year-old woman her life, all because of a microscopic invader known as a “flesh-eating bacteria.” The term sounds like something out of a horror movie. Still, necrotizing fasciitis, the medical name for the infection caused by these bacteria,…
