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Non-communicable diseases (hypertension, diabetes, cancer)

Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) — including hypertension, diabetes and cancer — are rising across Africa. Healthy Africa provides evidence-based prevention, early detection, and practical management tips, plus culturally relevant lifestyle guidance, screening checklists, treatment pathways, and patient resources to help families and clinicians effectively reduce NCD risk and improve long-term outcomes.

Positive Pregnancy Test in Men: A Warning Sign of Testicular Cancer
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Positive Pregnancy Test in Men: A Warning Sign of Testicular Cancer

Few years ago, a British man tested positive when he peed on a pregnancy test kit, … Positive Pregnancy Test in Men: A Warning Sign of Testicular CancerRead more

by Dr. Chimaobi Felix•February 19, 2026February 19, 2026
Healthy African Meal Plans for Managing Diabetes: A Professional Guide
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Healthy African Meal Plans for Managing Diabetes: A Professional Guide

Diabetes mellitus represents a group of metabolic disorders characterized by persistent hyperglycemia resulting from defects in … Healthy African Meal Plans for Managing Diabetes: A Professional GuideRead more

by Dr. Chimaobi Felix•January 20, 2026January 20, 2026
Understanding Kidney Failure: Causes, Symptoms, and Life-Saving Prevention Strategies
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Understanding Kidney Failure: Causes, Symptoms, and Life-Saving Prevention Strategies

We have all heard about someone who had a kidney failure, and despite the outcome, it … Understanding Kidney Failure: Causes, Symptoms, and Life-Saving Prevention StrategiesRead more

by Dr. Chimaobi Felix•January 15, 2026January 15, 2026
Understanding a Heart Attack: What Happens and How to Act
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Understanding a Heart Attack: What Happens and How to Act

A heart attack is known in the medical world as an acute myocardial infarction. It is … Understanding a Heart Attack: What Happens and How to ActRead more

by Dr. Chimaobi Felix•January 12, 2026January 13, 2026
Where can you access affordable dialysis in Nigeria for kidney diseases treatment?
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Where can you access affordable dialysis in Nigeria for kidney diseases treatment?

I know that heavy feeling you carry every time you step into a hospital corridor; it … Where can you access affordable dialysis in Nigeria for kidney diseases treatment?Read more

by Dr. Chimaobi Felix•December 27, 2025December 27, 2025
Breast Cancer in Africa: Learn how to detect it early
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Breast Cancer in Africa: Learn how to detect it early

Breast cancer has emerged as the most common malignancy and the leading cause of cancer-related death … Breast Cancer in Africa: Learn how to detect it earlyRead more

by Dr. Chimaobi Felix•December 4, 2025December 14, 2025
Understanding Stroke in Africa, and How to Prevent Them
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Understanding Stroke in Africa, and How to Prevent Them

What Is a Stroke A stroke occurs when blood flow to a part of the brain … Understanding Stroke in Africa, and How to Prevent ThemRead more

by Dr. Chimaobi Felix•November 28, 2025December 14, 2025
How to Achieve a Balanced Diet in Africa
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How to Achieve a Balanced Diet in Africa

A balanced diet is the foundation of good health and nowhere is that more vital than … How to Achieve a Balanced Diet in AfricaRead more

by Dr. Chimaobi Felix•November 23, 2025December 14, 2025
Living with Diabetes Mellitus in Africa
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Living with Diabetes Mellitus in Africa

Diabetes mellitus is rapidly becoming one of the most pressing non-communicable disease issues in Africa. With … Living with Diabetes Mellitus in AfricaRead more

by Dr. Chimaobi Felix•November 18, 2025December 14, 2025
Understanding Diabetes Mellitus
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Understanding Diabetes Mellitus

Diabetes is a chronic metabolic disorder marked by elevated blood glucose (or blood sugar) levels arising … Understanding Diabetes MellitusRead more

by Dr. Chimaobi Felix•November 17, 2025December 14, 2025

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