Monthly Archives: March 2020

More facts and fiction on COVID-19IF I HAVE THE VIRUS BUT SHOW NO SYMPTOMS, I’M NOT CONTAGIOUS Fiction This is not true. It’s incredibly important to be safe when coming in contact with people- you never know who has the … Continue reading →

Hello everyone, as we go through these uncertain times, here are some tips to help you sleep. If you’re in Lagos, as the city goes into a lock down, obey all the rules. Stay home! https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/strategies-to-promote-better-sleep-in-these-uncertain-times-2020032719333

Q: Good evening doctor, my friend’s mom has German measles. What can she take? Thanks A: Rubella is also called German measles or 3-day measles. It is a contagious viral infection with red rashes like the regular measles we all … Continue reading →

Q: Hi Dr. People are advised not to touch animals. Are animals potential threat to the spread of COVID-19? A: The US Center for Disease Control has the following to say about this question: • Coronaviruses are a large family … Continue reading →

Still on facts versus fiction on COVID-19 CHILDREN CANNOT GET INFECTED As at early February, A Chinese study proved that younger people were less likely to contract the virus, even if exposed to it. But in March, it was concluded … Continue reading →

Let’s go back to the basics. COVID-19 is caused by the novel coronavirus. It belongs to the same family of viruses as some types of common cold and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome. It is a pandemic. Now don’t be scared. … Continue reading →

Dear all, Did you miss me? I’ve been on the move these past three days and just didn’t get around to posting. Forgive me! Ahead of the border closures sweeping the world in the wake of Corona Virus pandemic, I’ve … Continue reading →

Q: Hello Dr… My 12 year old started her periods Dec 2019, in 2018 she used to have small sights of blood, but last year Dec it was a full on period. Now since February this year 2020 she has … Continue reading →

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Q: Doc I am having itches after menstruation. What may be the cause? A: Vaginal thrush, which is one of the commonest causes of vaginal itching with thick creamy white vaginal discharge, can occur when the…

‘Let’s face it: the hardest part about losing weight isn’t knowing what to eat.’ It’s the discipline to know what to eat and really abide by those rules. Read! https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/5-habits-foster-weight-loss-2017032311214