The Chairperson, African Cancer Initiative (ACAI), Dr Obasohan Efe, has called for the inclusion of human papillomavirus (HPV) and hepatitis in a routine immunisation, saying that they were the major cause of cancers in the world.

Scientists have validated more natural remedies for the treatment of cancer.New research has given scientists a big clue about how catnip (Nepeta cataria) may help humans deal with cancer and how it produces intoxicating chemical, called Nepetalactone....

Her first job after her graduation and National Youth Service was at the Federal Ministry of Fisheries. But she was exposed to the real world when she went for a course in Philippines. It was there that she learnt about segregation and racism. It was a different world for her. She found out students could…

The health benefits of Turmeric are dependent on the composition of Turmeric, which include the photochemical, chemical, vitamin compositions and the essential oils present in Turmeric.

Acetylsalicylic acid, best known as aspirin, and omega-3 fatty acids support various aspects of health, and scientists continue to uncover how these substances work. One recent study suggests that both could have an impact on colon cancer risk. A new clinical trial looks into the effects of aspirin and fatty acids on key elements that…

Cancer scientists led by principal investigator Dr. Daniel De Carvalho at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre have combined "liquid biopsy," epigenetic alterations and machine learning to develop a blood test to detect and classify cancer at its earliest stages.

Can extracts of the tubers and leaves of some species of yam be used to beat cancer, diabetes, pain, arthritis, bone loss, and premenopausal syndrome?...

Committed to its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Polaris Bank has said that increased awareness, advocacy and support can reduce the incident of breast cancer in the country. Speaking at the 2018 Breast Cancer Survivors’ End-of-Year Get-Together, in Lagos, Group Managing Director, Polaris Bank, Tokunbo Abiru, reechoed their unwavering commitment to global and national efforts to stem…

There is now 'clear evidence' that cell phone radiation can cause cancers of the heart, brain and adrenal glands, a landmark United States (U.S.) National Institutes of Health (NIH) study warns. A final report, released last week, confirms the preliminary findings that were released in 2016 after scientists were alarmed by early indications that cell…

Isn't it strange that a person can be surrounded by dozens of “friends” and still find him/herself “alone”...within? Lots of us easily lay claim to friendships but very few of us prove them when “push comes to shove.” The very help our friends can comfortably render (to us) but won’t, are actually what total strangers…

People who are over or underweight may be at greater risk of death than previously expected, scientists say. London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, United Kingdom (U.K.), researchers analysed data from around 3.6 million people to make the conclusion. They found having a high Body Mass Index (BMI) - over 25 - is linked…

The findings suggest that having more cells in your body – as tall people do – is the reason for the higher cancer risk.Meanwhile some types of dwarfism appear to greatly reduce the risk. The research suggests that the hormone that stimulates growth....