My doctor advised me to let my brother-in-law impregnate me ―Vivian, actor’s wife

Vivian, wife of a Nollywood actor and media personality has opened up about the difficulties she faced during her pregnancy with their daughter, Soromtochukwu. In an interview with her husband on “Pulse One on One”, which was posted on YouTube on Wednesday, Vivian revealed that she received discouraging advice from both her doctor and nurse. […]

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Tying legs after snakebite reduces victims’ chances of survival — Experts

Medical Director of the Snakebite Treatment and Research Hospital, Kaltungo, Gombe State, Dr Nicholas Amani-Hamman, has warned snakebite victims against tying the affected limb with pieces of cloth to stop the movement of snake venom, describing the practice as dangerous and outdated. He also cautioned against the use of razor blades or sharp objects to […]

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Doctors find large knife lodged in man’s chest for eight years

A man in Tanzania who came to the hospital complaining of pain and pus discharge from his right nipple was shocked to learn that he had been living with a large knife lodged in his chest for eight years, the country’s media reported. Doctors at the Muhimbili National Hospital in Tanzania recently published a most […]

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Cockroach Milk Four Times More Nutritious Than Cow’s Milk ―Study

Most people would prefer never to come across a cockroach, especially in a restaurant, but according to scientists the insect’s secretions could soon be making an appearance on menus everywhere. This is because cockroach milk, or post-natal fluid, is being hailed as the latest foody fad for non-dairy drinkers. According to researchers from the Institute […]

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Nigerian hospital seeks public help identifying woman found unconscious by roadside (Photo)

In a statement, the National Hospital, Abuja, Nigeria has appealed to the public for assistance in identifying a female patient who was brought to its Trauma ICU. According to the statement issued by the hospital on Friday, July 11, 2025, the woman was found unconscious along Kubwa–Deidei Road. The hospital urged anyone who recognizes her […]

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10-year-old on daily dialysis needs ₦19m help for life-saving kidney transplant

Daniel Paul, father of 10-year-old David diagnosed with advanced chronic kidney disease, has appealed to well-meaning individuals, groups and firms to help raise N19million for a kidney transplant for his son. Paul, a teacher, in an interview with PUNCH Online on Wednesday, explained that the resort to public appeal became expedient as the family had […]

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Fan advises me to hit the gym ―Former actress, Regina Askia-Williams

Former Nigerian actress, and ex-beauty queen, Regina Askia-Williams has shared the message she received from a fan urging her to work on her body. Regina, who is now a nurse in the USA, shared the screenshot via her Instagram page. In it, the fan is seen telling her to register at the gym because “you really need […]

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Former US president, Biden, diagnosed with ‘aggressive’ prostate cancer

Immediate past United States President, Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer that has already spread to his bones, his personal office said in a statement on Sunday. The statement reads: “Last week, President Joe Biden was seen for a new finding of a prostate nodule after experiencing increasing urinary […]

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No matter how big your gbola is, it can never enter the womb where baby is ―Nurse teaches expectant couples how best to make love during pregnancy (Video)

A Nigerian nurse was filmed coaching expectant couples who visited a Nigerian hospital for antenatal care and the video has gone viral. In the video, the nurse who spoke in both English and Yoruba and by gesturing, is seen showing couples the best ways to get intimate during pregnancy. She warned them to totally avoid […]

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Man who lost pregnant wife replies Reuben Abati’s criticism that he is irresponsible for not saving N500k for his wife’s delivery

Nigerian man, Akinbobola Akintunde Folajimi, who recently lost his pregnant wife due to the hospital’s alleged demand for a N500k deposit, has responded to senior journalist Reuben Abati, who criticized him for not having a saving set aside for his wife’s antenatal and delivery. Senior journalist, Abati, had sharply criticized the man for what he […]

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Teen’s breast grows four times larger after alleged Covid vaccination

A woman’s breasts ballooned in size after allegedly getting her Covid vaccine in what researchers are calling a first-of-its-kind case. The 19-year-old from Canada went from a B cup to triple G cup within six months after receiving the two-shot course. She received her first dose of the Pfizer Covid vaccine in September 2022 and her breasts started tingling and […]

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Actress Dayo Amusa shares testimony on infertility struggle after welcoming first child in her 40s (Text & photos)

Nigerian actress, singer, television personality, and business woman, Dayo Amusa has shared the obstacles she encountered on her journey to becoming a mother. She shared that she always wanted to be a wife and a mother but she found herself struggling with infertility. Dayo explained that her partners ended up cheating on her and getting […]

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Bathing frequently with sponge not necessary ―Dermatologist

A Consultant Dermatologist, Dr Folakemi Cole-Adeife, says frequent use of sponge to bathe can strip the skin of natural oils and create micro-tears or micro-trauma in the skin. Cole-Adeife, of Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH), Ikeja, stated this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday in Lagos. She said […]

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New study reveals number of minutes every stick of cigarette smoked takes off a person’s life and what happens when you quit

A new study has revealed how many minutes every stick of cigarette a person puffs takes off the person’s life alongside what happens when they quit. According to new research, every cigarette a person smokes will take an average of 19.5 minutes off your life. The study, conducted at University College London, determined that women […]

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Young and pretty Nigerian woman dies a day after her wedding

A young and beautiful Nigerian woman, Hauwa Haruna has passed away a day after her wedding. Hauwa, from Bakeko community in Katcha Local Government Area of Niger state, Nigeria, got married on Friday, December 27, 2024 and died on Saturday, December 28. A Facebook user, Jibrin Ndana confirmed the sad news in a post on […]

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12-year-old Nigerian girl receives $11.5m in funding for air filter invention in US

Nigerian girl, Eniola Shokunbi, a 12-year-old middle school student from Connecticut, United States, has launched an ambitious project to improve the air quality in U.S. schools. Her invention eliminates over 99% of airborne viruses! Eniola Shokunbi was in the fifth grade at Commodore MacDonough STEM Academy in Middletown, Connecticut, United States, when her teacher tasked the class with creating […]

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Don’t be too strict on your children that you chase them into danger ―Doctor tells how a child died an avoidable death because he was scared of his parents

Nigerian medical doctor, Christabel Akinola @drbelswellness, has shared the story of a sad incident that occurred at the hospital where she works while warning parents against being too strict on their kids. She revealed that a child went to play with his brother and he returned home with a cut but lied to his father […]

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Medical expert advises Nigerian journalists to quit alcohol for constant sex

Dr. Opeyemi Abioye, a medical expert, has called on Nigerian journalists in Ekiti State, Nigeria, to quit alcohol and engage in regular sex for them to be fit and maintain a healthy lifestyle. While speaking during a Health Talk to mark the 2024 NUJ Press Week in Ado Ekiti, on Wednesday December 4, he enjoined […]

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10 tips to stay healthy, safe during harmattan

As the Harmattan season approaches, with its dry, dusty winds and cooler temperatures, it’s important to prepare for its unique challenges. From health risks like dehydration and respiratory issues to safety concerns such as increased fire hazards, being proactive can make a significant difference. According to Punch, in Nigeria, the harmattan season typically occurs between […]

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Young Nigerian lady dies of kidney failure, husband allegedly pocketed donations meant for her treatment, takes her to church instead

Reports coming in say a young woman whose story touched Nigerians months ago has died just two months after the public donated money towards her treatment. The victim, Joyce Ifunanyachukwu reportedly developed complications during pregnancy that led to kidney issues, and 36 million Naira was needed for her treatment and kind Nigerians donated towards this […]

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