A NEW study looks into the potential of the Zika virus to target and kill brain cancer cells. The results, so far, are encouraging, but researchers suggest that there is a long way to go until a safe and effective…
This Japanese doctor lived to 105. Here’s his advice for a long life
Dr. Shigeaki Hinohara, credited with building the foundations of Japanese medicine and helping make Japan the world leader in longevity, often practiced what he preached. The physician, chairman emeritus of St. Luke’s International University, and honorary president of St. Luke’s International Hospital…
Lack of sleep could contribute to mental health problems, researchers reveal
Mental health problems including psychotic experiences could in part be down to a lack of sleep, researchers have revealed. A new study found that people who had undertaken a course of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) designed specifically to treat insomnia not…
Oral sex is dangerous, Gynaecologist warns
A professor, Adegboyega Fawole of the University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital, UITH, has warned that Human Papiloma Virus (HPV) has been found in the throat of people engaging in oral sex. Mr. Fawole, who is of the Department of Gynaecology,…
Four cups of coffee a day may help you live longer
Drinking up to five cups of coffee a day may halve the risk of developing the most common form of primary liver cancer and over three cups a day may halve prostrate cancer risk. Coffee is rich in antioxidants, anti-inflammatory,…
Women infected with vaginal yeast are unaware – expert
Dr Mojirayo Ajayi, a Consultant Family Physician at De-Cross Maternity Hospital, Jericho Ibadan, says half of women affected with vaginal yeast infection are unaware of the disease. Ajayi made this known in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria…
Women have better endurance than men, scientists find
Women have more stamina and better endurance than men, scientists have found. Researchers at the University of British Columbia in Canada found that men are bigger and more powerful but women outlast them in the most gruelling tasks. Scientists discovered a man’s strength decreased…
Lithium in tap water might protect brain from dementia, suggests new research
Drinking water with higher levels of lithium may reduce the risk of developing dementia, according to scientists in Denmark. Lithium is a substance naturally found in tap water, although the amount varies from area to area. It is known to…
HIV/AIDS no longer the leading cause of death in Africa
Data released by WHO says that HIV deaths have decreased, while deaths in patients with lower respiratory tract infections have gone up. A new statistics has revealed that HIV/AIDS is no longer the leading cause of death in Africa. The…
Vitamin B supplements linked to lung cancer – here’s why you probably don’t need to worry
Taking vitamin B12 and B6 supplements – previously thought to protectagainst cancer – is associated with a two to fourfold increase in lung cancer risk, according to a new study. Researchers at Ohio State University found that the risk was increased…