Pfizer and Merck have announced the start of new trials investigating an experimental oral antiviral drug to treat COVID-19. This phase 2/3 trial will...
Eight in 10 African countries to miss crucial COVID-19 vaccination goal
Brazzaville – Africa is set to miss the urgent global goal of vaccinating the most vulnerable 10% of every country’s population against COVID-19 b...
Ministry of Health receives medical equipment to support Ghana’s COVID response efforts
The Chief Director of the Ministry of Health, Mr Kwabena Oko-Afari has described as an interesting coincidence, the number of hospitals requesting Pat...
15 natural ways to lower your blood pressure
High blood pressure is a dangerous condition that can damage your heart. It affects one in three people in the US and 1 billion people worldwide (1Tru...
What is a normal body temperature range?
Normal body temperatures vary depending on many factors, including a person’s age, sex, and activity levels. The normal body temperature for an adul...
What foods are high in protein?
Eating foods high in protein has many benefits, including muscle building, weight loss, and feeling fuller after eating. Though eating lots of protein...
Foods that boost metabolism: What does the science say?
In the nutrition world, many foods and beverages supposedly increase metabolism — the reactions within the body that provide energy. In this Honest ...
How early was the novel coronavirus circulating?
In late December 2019, the Wuhan Municipal Health Commission reported cases of an unidentified viral pneumonia, which, along with other reports, ...
Baby born with ‘twin’ fetus inside her stomach
A baby in Israel was born with her own “twin” inside her stomach — a rare phenomenon known as “fetus in fetu,” according to ...
People who live to 100 have unique gut bacteria signatures
People who live to age 100 and beyond may have special gut bacteria that help ward off infections, according to a new study from Japan. The results su...