A man found himself hospitalized after contracting a rare infection from his pet Chihuahua, doctors suspect. The 71-year-old, residing in the Canary Islands, spent three weeks in hospital, where he required an oxygen mask for breathing assistance. Suffering from sepsis, a severe bodily reaction to infection, he delayed seeking medical attention despite experiencing symptoms such…
A prominent Australian dentist has voiced concerns regarding Kanye West’s unconventional titanium teeth transformation. Last week, the 46-year-old rapper surprised fans by revealing a set of titanium dentures on Instagram, resembling those of a Bond villain. Kanye asserted that he had his original teeth removed, replacing them with this new permanent appliance that he reportedly…
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has officially declared a national incident due to a significant increase in measles cases across the country. In a statement, Jenny Harries, the chief executive of UKHSA, emphasized the need for “immediate action” to enhance the uptake of the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine, particularly in regions where…
Mohammed Bello Mu’azu, the Gombe State Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), has issued a warning to men, urging them to verify the HIV status of their extramarital partners, commonly known as ‘side chics.’ Mu’azu conveyed this caution while revealing the arrest of an 85-year-old man who had reportedly enticed numerous…
A health assistant named Victoria reportedly took her own life within a medical center where she was employed in the Surulere area of Lagos state on Sunday, December 31, 2023. The Surulere Police Division received a report from the Medical Director of the health center, stating that Victoria was absent from her duty post on…
Lucky Aiyedatiwa assumes the role of the Governor of Ondo State, stepping into the position left vacant by the passing of his predecessor, the late Governor Rotimi Akeredolu. Akeredolu succumbed to Leukemia and Prostate cancer on December 27.
Professor Ademola Popoola from the Department of Surgery at the University of Ilorin, Unilorin, has issued a warning about the potential dangers of sustaining a penile erection for over 30 minutes during sexual intercourse. During his presentation at the university’s 250th Inaugural Lecture titled “That All May Pee in Peace” in Ilorin, Popoola emphasized the…
A video posted by a Nigerian individual living with sickle cell anemia captures her heartfelt prayer for a change in her condition. Expressing weariness from the daily pain and frustration, she shares her medical records, appealing to God for mercy.
Siavash Sobhani, a highly regarded medical doctor and longtime resident of North Virginia, has had his citizenship revoked at the age of 61. Born in the US, Sobhani recently received a letter from the US State Department, following his passport renewal application in February. The letter cited that his father had diplomatic status at the…
The Lagos State Government, through the Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA), has sealed a branch of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) and seven hotels for noise pollution and environmental degradation. The affected establishments include Infinity Westabul Hotel and Suites, De-Orange Place Lounge and Event, Hollysee Hotel and Suites, B & S Hotel and Suites,…
