The Nigerian digital health startup industry has been steadily growing over the years. Whether it is mhealth or e-health, they have been numerous exciting digital health start-ups in Nigeria. Digital health will help in improving the quality of life, reduce the total cost of a healthcare, and make healthcare efficient and easily accessible. However, most…
Medical checkups are very necessary. Sometimes, before we are down with a sickness, the sickness must have been in our body for a couple of days or even weeks. We only start to feel sick after the bacteria or virus that cause the illness must have weakened our immune system. It is not always easy…
In this article, let’s explore effective natural pain relief strategies for individuals suffering from knee osteoarthritis. Knee osteoarthritis is a common degenerative joint disease that affects millions of people worldwide. It occurs when the protective cartilage cushioning the knee joints gradually wears away, leading to pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility. Understanding the condition and its…
Orthokeratology, or ortho-k, is considered by many as “orthodontics for the eyes” since this treatment reshapes the cornea. Ortho-k lenses are specially designed and fitted gas-permeable contact lenses that reshape the cornea to improve your vision. With this treatment, you wear the lenses at night to reshape the front surface of your eyes while you’re sleeping. When…
Hearing aids available over-the-counter offer a modern and more economical solution for those needing assistance with hearing loss. No professional visit is needed for their fitting. Sounds great, doesn’t it? Unfortunately, while hearing aids available Over The Counter may be suitable for some, especially those suffering severe hearing loss, they aren’t suitable for all. This…
A first aid box is an essential item that everyone should have in their home, car, and workplace. It should be well-stocked and accessible in case of an emergency. In Nigeria, emergencies and accidents can happen at any time and in any place, whether at home, school, work, or on the road. It is crucial…
Healthcare treatments are typically expensive and take a substantial period of time to conduct. Scammers, on the other hand, take advantage of such causes to deceive the innocent emotionally and, more importantly, financially. Providers involved in fraud relied on creative schemes such as fake patients, forgery, bribes, quackery, and falsified billings to financially benefit from…
Sexually transmitted diseases or STDs for short, are an issue that affects a big portion of the world. According to health organizations around the planet, every day, doctor’s offices diagnose one million cases of STDs. These diseases can be transmitted in different ways through sexual contact and can vary from those that can be treated…
Everyone gets headaches from time to time. However, if you have a pounding, throbbing headache accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light and sound that lasts several hours to a few days, you likely have a migraine. Migraine is one of the most prevalent health conditions in the world and is more common among young female adults….
Innovations in healthcare technologies are fundamentally altering how medical diseases are discovered, developed, & delivered, as well as how they are identified, treated & prevented. By exploring creative solutions, entrepreneurship, and public sector initiatives to the most difficult health issues, these breakthroughs are creating a sustainable foundation for inexpensive, accessible, and high-quality medications, vaccines, medical…
