The Pension Fund Operators Association of Nigeria (PenOp) recently held a virtual knowledge-sharing session that focused on liver damage, its prevention, and management. Led by Dr Akinkumi Ilori, a public health expert, the session drew more than 300 participants who learned in depth about the liver’s functions in detoxification, metabolism, and vitamin storage. PenOp used…
Pope Leo XIV recently spoke out in the heated U.S. abortion debate. He questioned how the term pro-life life is often defined in politics. His remarks came after controversy around the Chicago archdiocese’s plan to honor Senator Dick Durbin. Durbin supports abortion rights but also advocates strongly for immigrant protections. Some conservative bishops opposed the…
Europe Bans Gel Nail Polish Ingredient Over Safety Concerns, U.S. Yet to Act A chemical widely used in gel nail polishes across the globe has been banned in Europe, sparking debate in the beauty industry and raising questions about U.S. regulatory standards. The ingredient, trimethylbenzoyl diphenylphosphine oxide (TPO), is commonly used as a photoinitiator, a…
In recent years, the U.S. has seen a troubling jump in infections from drug resistant “nightmare bacteria.” Reports show these cases rose nearly 70 percent from 2019 to 2023. The main culprit is bacteria carrying the NDM gene, which makes them resistant to many antibiotics. Only two intravenous treatments remain effective against many of these…
On Fox & Friends last Wednesday, Brian Kilmeade reacted to a segment about the fatal stabbing of Iryna Zarutska in Charlotte, North Carolina. The suspect in that case, Decarlos Brown Jr., is a homeless man reported to have a mental illness. During the discussion, co-host Lawrence Jones discussed public money spent on helping people experiencing…
In a recent press conference, President Donald Trump made claims linking prenatal Tylenol use, vaccines, and autism, assertions that lack scientific backing. His remarks electrified the “Make America Healthy Again” (MAHA) movement, which has long challenged mainstream medical norms. By elevating fringe theories to the national stage, Trump did not just sow confusion; he conferred…
Governor Charles Soludo of Anambra State praised Evangelist Ebuka Obi for establishing the Seraphic Psychiatric Hospital and Old People’s Home in Aguleri, Anambra East. He described the 400-bed complex as extraordinary because it reflects compassion, care for the vulnerable, and community growth. During the commissioning ceremony, Soludo emphasized that the project fits perfectly into his…
Health officials in the Democratic Republic of the Congo have declared a new Ebola outbreak in Kasai province, where 15 suspected deaths have already been reported. With 28 cases under investigation, experts warn the highly lethal Zaire strain may be spreading quickly, prompting swift intervention from the World Health Organization and local authorities. Rising Toll…
Gordon Ramsay’s Scare: Skin Cancer Removal—and a Powerful Sunscreen Message It’s not a cooking technique—but a reality check. Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay, aged 58, has revealed he recently underwent treatment to remove basal cell carcinoma, a common form of non-melanoma skin cancer. In an Instagram post, he shared photos of his stitched jawline and expressed…
Understanding Food Poisoning: Causes, Symptoms, Prevention, and Risk Factors Food poisoning—also known as foodborne illness—occurs when you consume food or water that has been contaminated by harmful microorganisms or toxins. These toxins may be produced by bacteria, viruses, parasites, or even fungi, and once ingested, your body works quickly to eliminate them, typically through vomiting,…
