Blood Urea Nitrogen is a medical term used to describe the concentration of nitrogen in the blood that comes from urea. Its test measures the amount of nitrogen, specifically from urea, present in your bloodstream. It’s an essential indicator used by healthcare professionals to assess kidney function and monitor conditions that may affect the kidneys.
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A strong coalition among health stakeholders is necessary for a functional health tax policy in Nigeria. Managing Partner at Development…
“The conference urges government at all levels to prioritize the health and well-being of Nigerians by rolling out robust palliatives,and other social intervention strategies to cushion hunger and harsh economic conditions in the country.”
A new vaccine (TAK-003) for dengue has received prequalification from the World Health Organisation (WHO), WHO Director for Regulation and…
“Government needs to take over family planning. It is not only a partners’ responsibility; partners are just supporting government. There is a need to have a political will in financing and budgeting the activities of family planning,” he suggested.
The Chairman of the Kaduna State Committee on Food and Nutrition (SCFN), Mr Bashir Muhammed, says innovative solutions are critically needed in addressing the underlying determinants of malnutrition in the state.
A gynaecologist, Dr Tayo Adeiyi, has emphasised the importance of seeking medical assistance for infertility after a year of unprotected intercourse.
A Consultant Neuropsychiatrist, Dr Maymunah Kadiri, says social media and substance addiction can be prevented through increased education and awareness campaigns.
It serves as a distressing alert from your body, signaling an issue that could escalate in severity if not swiftly dealt with. It can sometimes develop into severe acute pancreatitis, necessitating urgent medical care.
The Africa Health Budget Network (AHBN) is organising a two-day validation meeting to discuss a Collaborative Advocacy Action Plan (CAAP) aimed at improving women, adolescents, and children’s health in Nigeria.