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Today is World Sickle Cell Day with the theme ‘Control of Sickle Cell Disease in Nigeria at Primary Care Level’ This is to ensure that people who have this disease have access to care and are…

Olive oil has always been the poster boy for all things good – anointing (in the christian circles) and healthy (in the culinary and healthy eating circles). And then, from nowhere, in comes coconut oil! All of a sudden, the … Continue reading →

Originally posted on chatwithketch:
It was Fathers’ day on Sunday and people rolled out the drums to celebrate  fathers, dead or alive. Mine unfortunately is dead…but the memories linger on (sigh!) Methinks it was also a time for sober reflection.…

Q: Good evening doctor please I have a little problem with the gum of my teeth, it swallow up and I have a pain there when ever am eating. What can I do? A: Your brushing and flossing techniques could … Continue reading →

Originally posted on chatwithketch:
Q: Dr. please why sweating profusely is on with me? My BP always 150/100 but thank God, it was 139/90 on my last clinic. Question 1) early headache between 4-6am. 2) pains from my left shoulder…

‘You probably know that any physical activity, including walking, is a boon to your overall health. But walking in particular comes with a host of benefits.’ Want to know what they are? Read! https://www.health.harvard.edu/healthbeat/5-surprising-benefits-of-walking

Originally posted on chatwithketch:
Excerpts from Redeemed Camp seminar: Q: Are supplements good alternatives to fruits and vegetables? A: Nothing beats a healthy diet filled with fruits and vegetables to keep you healthy and able to fight all manner of…

Originally posted on chatwithketch:
Q: Good evening Doc, please can a pregnant woman eat snail? A: Interesting question. Old wives’ tale has it that if you eat a lot of snails, your baby will spit a lot when born! But…

June 14th every year is World Blood Donor Day. This day is set aside to thank voluntary, unpaid blood donors for their life-saving gifts of blood. It also raise awareness of the need for regular blood donations to ensure that … Continue reading →

Originally posted on chatwithketch:
Q: Dear DR Ketch please I need you counseling, when other people donated blood to someone they used to take some bottle of stout beer to gain back the blood, but we do advice to stay…