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Conjoined Female Twins Separated At The University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital (Photos)

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Great news from the University of Ilorin Teaching hospital as a set of conjoined female twins were successfully separated by a team of medical experts on Thursday, January 14.   The babies were separated by a 66-member all Nigerian team of paediatric surgeons, paediatricians, paediatric cardiologist, anaesthetists, cardiothoracic surgeon, nurses, pharmacists, behavioral scientists and many more.     The team was led by Paediatric surgeon, Prof Lukman Abdul-Rahman who is pictured above carrying the babies.   See Photos Below: g  

MENSTRUATION

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  Thursdays With Juliet   biddy Menstruation known as period is a monthly bleeding from the vagina that happens about once a month.  During this time, hormones makes the lining of the uterus thicker, getting ready incase of pregnancy. During menstruation,  the body sheds the lining of the uterus (womb). The menstrual blood flows from the uterus through a small  opening in the cervix and passes out the blood through the vagina. Menstruation affects most women but the experience differs amongst them. When it comes regularly, it is called a menstrual cycle and it’s a sign that the important parts of the body are working normally.  A cycle is counted from the first day of period to the first day of the next period and it can range from 21-35 days in adult and 21-45 days for teenagers.  However, there is no particular age for a girl to start menstruation but on the average of 12 years . Some may start before then and others by 13 or 14 years of age. Also,...

Gonorrhea On The Rise Due To Covid-19, says WHO

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The world health organization (WHO ) has confirmed that a super gonorrhea is spreading fast due to the  COVID_19   pandemic. The agency says the disease is spreading due to actual antibiotic overuse for those infected with the novel coronavirus. The agency also states the sexually transmitted infection (STI) may become even more resistant to the recommended treatments like azithromycin, which typically is used for chest and sinus infections. Azithromycin has seen an increase in usage during the pandemic. The new strain does not respond to the normal first-line treatments, making it even more dangerous and uncomfortable for those infected, according to the report. Doctors and medical experts have long warned of the possibility that superbugs that are antibiotic-resistant could become more commonplace, and this is one example of such a thing happening. The Agency also explained that the new strain is exploding because most people aren’t going to the hospital unless they come dow...

Masturbation is not a sin but fornication is - Blesisng Okoro opines and explains why

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Blessing Okoro has opined that masturbation is not a sin but fornication is.   She said masturbation is "a habit not a sin".  She added that "masturbation is understanding your body and your sensational part".   She said most of those condemning masturbation are hiding under religion because they lack understanding.    She added that fornication is the sin, yet people who have sex with others boldly condemn people having sex with themselves. To Advertise Your Business or Publish a Story on "Galaxy Media Network": Kindly contact us @ rabsreport@gmail.com. Call or Whatsapp: 09064346539   Read her posts below.  

Maintaining A Healthy Vagina by Juliet biddy

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Thursdays With Juliet biddy A healthy vagina is naturally acidic and contains rich quantities of beneficial bacteria that helps to fend off infections and maintain a normal PH level. The vagina is the passage leading from the opening of the vulva to the cervix of the uterus for copulation and childbirth which is its main functions in human sex organ which receives the male penis during sexual intercourse,use for urination and provides a passage way for the menstrual blood. The vagina is located between the cervix of the uterus and external genitals.The size of the vagina also varies in human beings To maintain a healthy vagina which will help you prevent discomfort and reduce the risk of getting infections, some measures must be taken in to action.We must not forget that the vagina cleanses itself naturally in the form of virginal discharge and for this reason,we should avoid washing our vagina with scrubs or soap,be it bar soap or a highly scented one for it makes the vagina unfavorab...

World AIDS Day 2020: UNAIDS preaches solidarity, resilience

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December 1 is observed as World  AIDS  Day every year. It’s a day dedicated to spreading awareness about the Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS), which is spread by a virus called human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). The theme of World AIDS Day 2020 is “Global solidarity, resilient services”. because in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, we see how important it is for the world to come together, with determined leadership from governments and communities to sustain and expand access to essential services, including HIV prevention, testing, treatment and care. World AIDS Day was first observed in 1988. It has become one of the most widely recognized international health days and a key opportunity to raise awareness, commemorate those who have died, and celebrate victories such as increased access to treatment and prevention services. Globally, there are 38 million people living with HIV and 67% of them are living in the WHO African Region. In 2019, more than 1 mil...

Nigeria Medical Council suspends Anu Adepoju indefinitely from practising cosmetic surgery

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Rabiu Momodu Controversial cosmetics surgeon, Dr Anu Adepoju has been suspended from the medical profession in Nigeria following multiple claims of malpractice and botched surgeries at her clinic, Med Contour. A number of women who went to Med Contour for cosmetic surgery complained about having complications that they still suffer from. One particular patient was rushed to LUTH and eventually died after being operated upon by Dr Anu. Earlier this year, LUTH petitioned the medical panel following the death of the victim of Dr Anu’s procedure who died after being transferred to its hospital. Also, this year, popular social media personality, Omotola Taiwo Temilade, popularly known as Omohtee, accused Dr Anu of leaving her with complications which led to botched surgery. Dr Anu has continued to insist that she’s a qualified cosmetic surgeon and has undergone the necessary training. She said she is a graduate of University of Lagos College of Medicine Class of 2015, after which she went a...

Community pharmacists deplore neglect, seek better healthcare

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The Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria (ACPN) has deplored non-recognition by government, reminding stakeholders that primary healthcare remains a sustainable foundation for public health interventions. Its National Chairman, Dr. Samuel Adekola, during a press briefing, at the weekend, in Lagos, preparatory to the body’s 39th yearly national conference with the theme, “Optimising Primary Healthcare Delivery in Nigeria: Community Pharmacists’ Untapped Potentials”, and holding from November 30 to December 4, 2020, at the International Conference Centre, Abuja, said that once the most populous black nation gets it right at that level, the country’s current unenviable health indices would begin to improve.

MAINTAINING A HEALTHY VAGINA

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  Thursday With Juliet Biddy – julietbiddy@gmail.com The vagina is an elastic, muscular canal with a soft flexible lining that provides lubrication and sensation. The vagina connects the uterus to the outside world. The vulva and labia forms the entrance and the cervix of the uterus protrudes into the vagina forming the interior end. Hymen is a thin membrane of tissue that surrounds and narrows the vaginal opening. It may be torn or rupted by sexual activity or exercise. The vagina is designed to keep itself clean with the help of natural secretion called discharge. A good vagina health is maintained by making sure you are in good general health. Every woman has a natural vaginal scent that can change throughout her cycle and every healthy vagina makes discharge. The normal vaginal discharge is clear and odorless. FUNCTIONS OF THE VAGINA Provides a passage way for mucosal tissue from the uterus during a woman’s monthly period Receives the penis during sexual intercourse Provides a ...

WOMEN AND SEX

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 WHAT IS SEX?  Sex means different things to different people. A healthy and natural activity that most people enjoys and finds meaningful even if their understanding towards it differs. Every woman have the right to decide what sex means to her but then, sex is not just a  vaginal intercourse but anything that feels sexual and sensual. It could be your talks with your partner, your dressing etc. Sexual Activity:  Is an activity that is considered sexual by the people involved. It could be any of the following, vaginal sex, oral sex, anal sex, kissing, taking sexual pix, caressing and blow-jobs. Vaginal Sex:  Contact between the penis and the vaginal or anus in some cases. Oral Sex:  Contact between the mouth and the man’s penis, the mouth and the vulva or the mouth and anus. In order words, it is known as blow-job.  However, sex begins in the mind and many women finds it to be the deepest form of love and connection. It is an aspect of love thou. To...