When people take medications for certain conditions, like blood pressure or allergies, they don’t often think about eye side effects. But some medications can cause side effects that affect the eyes, from mild dryness to severe inflammation. Your eyes are relatively small but have a rich blood supply, and that combination makes them vulnerable to side effects from medications. Key takeaways: Medications people take for certain health conditions can affect vision and eye health. Some medications can cause blurred vision, eye pain, redness, or double vision. If you develop eye symptoms from a medication, your healthcare professional may need to…
Author: Abdallah el-Kurebe
This enigmatic organism, commonly referred to as “zombie fungus,” infects insects and takes control of their nervous systems, ultimately leading to their demise.
Pain, especially neuropathic pain is a big problem for elderly people. This is because the normal NSAIDs aka painkillers don’t work for this kind of pain. What does? Let’s talk about the B-vitamins What is pain? Pain is the body’s alarm system. It is a signal that something is fundamentally wrong. It involves complex interactions between the brain, nerves, and spinal cord, and while no one likes the sensation of pain, it is essential for survival and the avoidance of injury. Pain is categorized into 3: Nociceptive pain Neuropathic pain Nociplastic pain Nociceptive pain is pain that comes from injury,…
In a small hospital ward at the Inpatient Therapeutic Feeding Centre (ITFC) in Unguwa Uku Primary Healthcare Centre, Kano, 26-year-old Zuwaira Muhammad watches over her 10-month-old twins. On her right, Safwan sleeps peacefully; on her left, Safuna receives a life-saving blood transfusion. Like thousands of other children in Kano, Safuna suffers from both severe malnutrition and malaria—a deadly combination plaguing Nigeria’s most vulnerable. In 2024 alone, over 40,000 children in Kano were treated for malnutrition at Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)-supported facilities. Worryingly, a significant proportion of them also tested positive for malaria. Between January and May, out of 14,000 children…
The head of the UN climate change body, Simon Stiell, has called on world leaders to submit “first-rate” climate targets by September, after most countries missed the February deadline for submitting their updated Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs). Speaking in Brazil, which will host the COP30 climate summit in November, Stiell stressed the urgency of stronger commitments, warning that the world is falling short of the Paris Agreement’s goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. “These plans are among the most important policy documents governments will produce this century,” he said. “So taking a bit more time to ensure they are…
Most men to think about their prostate health before it starts causing problems. In 2022, 18,019 cases of prostate cancer was recorded in Nigeria, accounting for 37.5% of all cancer cases in men that year. Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers in men, yet it often grows silently, showing no obvious symptoms in the early stages. By the time it is ready to make itself known, the battle is way tougher. However, there is good news. Early detection can be a typical game-changer. It is one of the most common cancers in men It starts in the…
The member states of the World Health Organization (WHO) have strongly backed a proposed roadmap to cut air pollution-related deaths by 50% by 2040. Meanwhile, a draft Climate Change and Health Action Plan received conditional approval, pending further negotiations before the May World Health Assembly. Developing nations, including China and African states, pushed for greater emphasis on “common but differentiated responsibilities” and climate resilience rather than just mitigation. However, the draft omits any mention of phasing out fossil fuels—a compromise protested only by Health Action International. A decision on the air pollution roadmap, along with a lead phaseout initiative, was…
Norway has emerged as the world’s top pizza consumer, with an average consumption of 11.4 kg per person per year, according to a report by World Population Review. The Nordic nation leads a global ranking dominated by Western countries, with the United States (9.6 kg), Canada (8.9 kg), and Australia (8.6 kg) following closely behind. Italy, the birthplace of pizza, ranks fifth with 7.6 kg per capita, falling behind Switzerland (7.5 kg), Sweden (7.2 kg), and France (6.8 kg). Despite its culinary heritage, Italy’s per capita consumption is lower than many other European nations. Among emerging pizza markets, Brazil (5.8…
The National President of the All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN), Dr. Farouk Rabi’u Mudi, honored an invitation from the President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, to Côte d’Ivoire, as the esteemed economist and development leader marked his 65th birthday. The celebration, held in Abidjan, was a testament to Dr. Adesina’s enduring impact on Africa’s agricultural transformation, food security, and economic development. The event drew top government officials, Nigerian governors, business leaders, legislators, and international development partners, all gathered to celebrate a visionary leader whose policies have shaped the continent’s progress. The AFAN president’s presence at…
Burkina Faso has made a groundbreaking stride in the automotive industry by unveiling its first locally assembled electric car brand, ITAOUA. This innovative electric vehicle (EV) is entirely solar-powered and offers an impressive driving range of 330 kilometers with just a 30-minute charge. What to know about ITAOUA Burkina Faso’s ITAOUA electric vehicle enters the competitive African EV market The ITAOUA EV is 100% electric, solar-powered, and eco-friendly Africa’s EV market projected to reach $15.8 billion in 2024 and $25.4 billion by 2029 The production plant, located in the bustling Ouaga 2000 district, signifies a monumental leap towards sustainable energy…