World Kidney Day: How to care for your Kidneys
Today is World Kidney Day and as it is part of our duties at HV Naija to educate the public on how to take better care of their health and choose a healthy lifestyle, this blog post will explore ways of caring for your kidney. Kidneys are fist-sized organs located at the bottom of your […]
‘PROJECT ILERA AGBOYI’- PHASE 1 UPDATE
Lagos is a megacity with a lot of people from different tribes coming together to thrive. This beautiful city is becoming a modern state with different projects taking place in the state. However, there are still some areas in Lagos which seem to be neglected by the government and are far behind in terms of […]
Cardiac Rehabilitation Week 2021- all that you should know about C.R
Every 14th-20th of February, attention is drawn to the role and benefits of Cardiac Rehabilitation around the world. In this blog post, we will explore what CR is, what the expectations are and the risks plus benefits of Cardiac Rehabilitation: What’s Cardiac Rehabilitation (CR)? According to WHO, it is the sum of activities and intervention […]
Cancer: What you should Know
Cancers are a range of diseases much dreaded by many because they pose health threats that may be severe and sometimes, life-threatening. However, one should ask, what is Cancer?, what types of Cancer exists? What are the symptoms? What are the risk factors? What treatment options are available? What key information should anyone have […]
Agboyi Township – Story of a Neglected Lagos Community
Lagos is recognized as the commercial capital of Nigeria and as well the third fastest growing economy in Africa. Lagos is known for rapid and continuous urban development and remains the envy of many Nigerian states. However, this story of development is not the same for Agboyi township, a riverine community sited in Agboyi-Ketu Local […]
10 Ways to Manage Diabetes in the Yuletide Season
10 Ways to Manage Your Diabetes this Yuletide Diabetes remains a challenge for a diabetic patient whether it’s yuletide or not. However, this should not hinder you from the celebration with your friends and family. In fact, like everyone else, a diabetic can have a great yuletide. Here are Ten tips to help you manage […]
Choking in Infants
Choking occurs quite often in infants during feeding. It also occurs when they put small objects into their mouth or nostrils. These objects may block the wind pipe and cause great discomfort in the child.In infants, when choking occurs, the child finds it difficult to breathe due to partial or total blockage of the airway. […]
Make that Appointment Right Away!
The first time I visited a dentist, I was shocked at the activities that were going on in my mouth- which I had no knowledge of. Prior to this time, I had downplayed dental visits so much, because “Why visit a dentist when I haven’t got a swollen gum or anything?” The importance of regular […]
Halitosis…Can you say Ahh?!
Have you ever spoken up in a room, and people began to move away from you? Ewwww. They begin to make these faces and cover their noses before that stench from your mouth kills everyone🤣. I have never been in this situation. I hope you don’t get there too. In fact, I don’t want you […]
Dear You!, What are you doing to make a difference today?
Today is the World HIV/AIDS day 2019 and the theme for this year is “Communities make the difference”.In Nigeria, several interventions are being exercised in an attempt to end the HIV scourge totally. Though, a lot of advances have been made, the scourge remains with us like our shadow. Hian, wetin we go do to […]