Lagos: Residents say occupants ignored warnings before building collapse
Residents said occupants ignored evacuation warnings before a distressed two-storey building collapsed in Lagos, killing one and injuring 26.
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Stroke can happen to anyone, at any age, at any time…expert explains how to spot the signs and act fast
Stroke can happen to anyone, at any age, at any time…expert explains how to spot the signs and act fast
Reusing cooking oil more than twice may cause cancer – Health experts
Experts warn that repeatedly reheating cooking oil, a common practice in Nigerian homes due to rising costs, can produce cancer-causing toxins.
5 possible warning signs of suicidal thoughts
The article warns that talking about death, hopelessness, suicidal plans, withdrawal or risky behaviour, and sudden changes in mood or habits may signal someone is contemplating suicide.
Severe menstrual pain may signal endometriosis, experts warn
Experts in Lagos have urged awareness and affordable diagnosis of endometriosis, warning that severe menstrual pain is not always normal and often leads to infertility.
“World to end in 25 years? Experts say towns could become ‘slaughterhouses’”
Leading scholars warn civilisation faces imminent collapse from nuclear war, climate change, pandemics, and rogue AI, with some predicting humanity’s survival chances this century are as slim as a coin toss.
Excessive sponge use causes skin damage, not cleanliness, experts warn
Dermatologists have cautioned that frequent sponge bathing, a common routine in Nigerian households, can damage the skin barrier, cause micro-tears, and increase susceptibility to irritation and infections.
Expert warns kidnappers now use social media to identify and track victims
“…criminals are exploiting the personal details people share online, from travel plans to family activities,” she said.
Warning signs of a stroke
While stroke is commonly thought of as an illness that affects older people, younger people can also be at risk, and their risk factors may be different.
Common medicines that may damage your hearing, experts warn
More than 200 drugs, including antibiotics, chemotherapy agents, and everyday painkillers, are considered capable of damaging the inner ear and affecting hearing or balance.