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COVID-19 Post Lockdown Safety
Recently, the Federal Government announced that the lockdown would be eased in some Nigerian states with effect from Monday, the 4th of May. If you must go out, ensure that you adhere to the instruction from health authorities on wearing a face mask in addition to other existing precautions. In this article, we discuss some…
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We Are Winning COVID-19
There has been so much negativity in the air because of the recent COVID-19 pandemic that hit Nigeria. A lot of panic stories have been going around due to the state of the medical condition in Nigeria and we are aware that the lockdown is not making it easier. However, it hasn’t been all gloom.…
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Safety Tips for Lab Scientists During COVID-19 Testing
The new coronavirus disease, known as COVID-19, has spread rapidly across national borders and become a pandemic of emergency status. There has been a robust response by the international community to ensure that the virulent virus is contained to mitigate further spread. As such, various governments have earnestly increased their testing, treatment, and isolation capacity…
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Staying Safe with Chronic Conditions During COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has put a huge strain on the cultural and socio-economic well-being of many nations of the world. As we collectively work towards controlling the spread of the virus, it is imperative that we all adhere to recommended precautions. For people living with a chronic condition like diabetes, extra care needs to be…
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World AIDS Vaccine Day
World AIDS Vaccine Day, also known as HIV Vaccine Awareness Day, was first observed on May 18, 1998, and continues to date. Although there is still no vaccine to stem the flow of HIV infection, this day was set aside around the globe to raise awareness for the need for AIDS vaccines, educate communities about…
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Hand Hygiene and Infection Prevention
In 1864, Ignaz Semmelweis, a Hungarian physician, became known as the father of infection control. He won this title when he demonstrated that proper and effective hand washing could adequately prevent the spread of disease and infections. At this point, it would seem that almost everyone knows about the importance of proper handwashing, especially in…
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Don’t Panic: How to Deal With the COVID-19 Tension
The COVID-19 pandemic has thrown the world into mass hysteria due to lingering uncertainties. There are questions ranging from health to economic concerns: the alarming increase in the number of reported cases; extension of lockdowns; looming unemployment and projections of a likely economic recession Being worried is very understandable. In fact, the tension you are…
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Diabetes Comorbidity Complications in COVID-19 Patients
Dear Jane, What’s better than an information email as you stay safe and healthy? It has been observed that the COVID-19 infection is a challenge for people with diabetes. Most severe cases of COVID-19 have occurred in patients with underlying comorbidities, with the most frequent being hypertension and diabetes according to the article, COVID-19 and…
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Stay Informed by the Right Source
We are aware that in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, a lot of fake news has been circulating on various communication channels. We also understand how this can trigger pain, anxiety, and unnecessary stress. Recently, an unconfirmed list of hospitals was distributed across various social media platforms. It was claimed that said hospitals have…
