An acute, transient phase, of inflammation is characterized by:
An acute, transient phase, of inflammation is characterized by: a) Local vasodilatation and increased capillary permeability (phase of damage) b) Infiltration of leucocytes and phagocytic cells (phase...
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Recently, a lady with the handle @Gentle Minic posted a message on Twitter saying “So after months of denial, I can still be diagnosed hypertensive at 27, I willingly accepted to live on drugs for the...
View ArticleStudy Links Cannabis Use Disorder to Higher Risk of Heart Attack
A new research has found that at the time of increasing legalization of marijuana, a growing number of people under 50 diagnosed with cannabis use disorder were later hospitalised for a heart attack....
View ArticleThe reason of diuretics administration for hypertension treatment is
The reason of diuretics administration for hypertension treatment is: a) Block the adrenergic transmission b) Diminishing of blood volume and amount of Na+ ions in the vessels endothelium c) Depression...
View ArticleCharacteristics of phentolamine include all of the following EXCEPT:
Characteristics of phentolamine include all of the following EXCEPT: a) Reduction in peripheral resistance b) Stimulation of responses to serotonin c) Tachycardia d) Stimulation of muscarinic, H1 and...
View ArticleVaccination Not Guarantee Against COVID-19 Infection —Minister
The Minister of Health, Osagie Ehanire, has said that the partial or full vaccination against COVID-19 is not enough reason to drop non-pharmaceutical interventions guard nor a guarantee against...
View ArticleIndicate the side effect of Theophylline:
Indicate the side effect of Theophylline: a) Bradycardia b) Increased myocardial demands for oxygen c) Depression of respiratory centre d) Elevation of the arterial blood pressure The post Indicate the...
View Article‘Govts Investment in Hospitals Crucial to Sustaining Treatment of Premature...
The Medical Director, Federal Medical Centre, Lokoja, Dr. Olatunde Alabi, has urged governments at various levels to invest and sustain support for the activities of hospitals in the management of...
View ArticleLagos Enrolls 135 Private Health Facilities for COVID Vaccine Administration
The Lagos State Government has just enrolled 135 private health facilities for mass vaccination strategy targeted at vaccinating 4 million residents by December, 2021 bringing the total number of...
View ArticleWhich of the following nitrates and nitrite drugs are long-acting?
Which of the following nitrates and nitrite drugs are long-acting? a) Nitroglycerin, sublingual b) Isosorbide dinitrate, sublingual (Isordil, Sorbitrate) c) Amyl nitrite, inhalant (Aspirols, Vaporole)...
View ArticleStudy Associates Poor Sleep with Feeling Older, Worse Outlook
A recent study from the University of Exeter in England has linked poor sleep in people in their 50s to more negative perceptions of aging, which in turn can impact physical, mental and cognitive...
View ArticleLewy Body Dementia Affects Over 55 Million Individuals Globally – WHO
Many avenues of research are being explored to improve our understanding of Lewy Body Dementia (LBD). According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), Lewy Body Dementia has affected over 55 million...
View ArticleScientist Associates Aspirin Use with Increased Risk of Heart Failure
A new research published in the ESC Heart Failure Journal, has found that taking aspirin is associated with a 26 per cent increased risk of heart failure. The other factors associated with it are...
View ArticleWorld AIDS Day 2021 – WHO Urges Govts to Prioritize Investment in Health
As Nigerians join the rest of the global community to mark the 2021 World AIDS Day, which is celebrated on every 1 December, the World Health Organisation (WHO) Regional Director for Africa, Dr...
View ArticleThe main principle of shock treatment is:
The main principle of shock treatment is: a) To increase the arterial pressure b) To increase the peripheral vascular resistance c) To increase the cardiac output d) To improve the peripheral blood...
View ArticleUNIBEN Honours Usifoh, Enebeli, as Heroes of Healthcare
The University of Benin (UNIBEN) has recently honoured the President, Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria(PSN) Professor Cyril Usifoh; Pharm.Paul Enebeli, chairman, New Heights Pharmaceuticals and other...
View ArticleWhich of the following antidepressants has significant alfa2-adrenoreceptor...
Which of the following antidepressants has significant alfa2-adrenoreceptor antagonism? a) Amitriptyline b) Nefazodone c) Mirtazapine d) Doxepin The post Which of the following antidepressants has...
View ArticleIndicate the main claim for an ideal antidepressant agent:
Indicate the main claim for an ideal antidepressant agent: a) A faster onset of action b) Fewer adverse sedative and autonomic effects c) Fewer toxicity when overdoses are taken d) All of the above The...
View ArticleWeight gain and sexual disturbances are possible adverse effects of:
Sedation, peripheral atropine-like toxicity (e.g. Cycloplegia, tachycardia, urinary retention, and constipation), orthostatic hypotension, arrhythmias, weight gain and sexual disturbances are possible...
View ArticleWhat To Eat For a Fatty Liver
The body stores fat in many areas of the body for use as energy and insulation. The liver is partially made up of fat, but if the fat content in the liver is too high, it may be a sign of fatty liver...
View ArticleWhy You Should Replace Butter with Margarine
Following the spate of heart failures around the world, health experts have advised on the need for people to substitute butter and other saturated fat for margarine and vegetable oil, which are known...
View ArticleEating Nuts Reduces Your Heart Disease Risk-Study Shows
A study of more than 200,000 people – many of whom were followed for more than three decades – found all types of nuts helped prevent the world’s biggest killer. Strikingly, the Harvard University...
View ArticleCheck out Some Low-Sugar Fruits Good for You
It is a truism that all fruits are good for human consumption, but it is also a statement of fact that all fruits contain different sugar content. This makes it imperative for anyone, looking to...
View ArticleTop Amazing Health Benefits of Turmeric Tea
Turmeric is one of the popular spices from the rhizome or roots of the Curcuma plant. Although it has been used locally for the treating of wounds and as a spice in foods, various studies have...
View ArticleSee the Top 11 Non-Alcoholic Substitutes for Wine
Wine is a popular alcoholic beverage made from fermented grape juice. Red and white wine are also popular cooking ingredients. They are included in many recipes to enhance flavour and colour....
View ArticleHealth Benefits of Scent Leaf
Ocimum gratissimum, basil, or “scent leaf”, as Nigerians love to call it, is a tropical plant species. Popularly known as efirin by the Yorubas, nchanwu by the Ibos and daidoya by northerners, the...
View ArticleTop 6 Foods to Fight Aging
‘You are what you eat’, says a popular health truism, and this has been proven in many situations. Although nutritionists are averse to the term “super foods” as it tends to overrate a limited range of...
View ArticleResearchers Link Obesity to Anxiety and Depression in Children
A recent study conducted by researchers from Karolinska Institute in Stockholm, Sweden has found that obesity is an independent risk factor for anxiety and depression among children and teenagers....
View ArticleStudy Links Regular Consumption of Sugary Foods to Heart Diseases, Diabetes.
As enticing as sugary foods and drinks are to some persons, they could also be very detrimental to the human health, as a new study has shown that the regular intake of sugary foods exposes people to...
View ArticleScientists Link TV and Breakfast to Heart Health
Greek scientists have discovered that eating energy-rich breakfast as well as reducing the amount of time spent watching television could go a long way in reducing cardiovascular diseases. The...
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