Enhancing Nigeria’s Healthcare Sector Through Electronic Health Records: A Call for Improved Coordination and Trust
In a rapidly evolving world, the healthcare industry is constantly seeking innovative ways to improve patient care. At the forefront of this movement is the push for Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems in Nigeria. During a recent SYNLAB Nigeria webinar, Kenneth Okolie, the...
Experts Advise Caution in Selecting Skin Products to Manage Allergies
In an eye-opening webinar hosted by SYNLAB Nigeria, experts from the medical field have urged individuals, especially parents, to exercise greater caution when selecting skin products. The session, part of SYNLAB Nigeria's ongoing webinar series, titled "Living with Allergies:...
Prevention Strategies for Cervical Cancer
Cervical cancer is a worldwide health issue affecting thousands of women. However, it is treatable and can be preventable. Cervical cancer is caused by a sexually transmitted disease, human papillomavirus(HPV). Other factors such as smoking, early sexual activity,...
Cervical Cancer and Its Treatment Options
Cervical cancer as the name implies is a type of cancer that occurs in the cervix which is the lower part or the mouth of a woman's uterus, close to the upper vagina. It is often caused by a sexually transmitted disease called Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Disease. In this...
Treatment Options for Breast Cancer
The treatment options for breast cancer include radiation therapy, chemotherapy, surgery, targeted therapy, and hormone therapy. Each of these treatment therapies depends on the type and stage of breast and they all play an important role in managing breast cancer. Knowing each...
Signs and Symptoms of Breast Cancer
It's very important to know the signs and symptoms of breast cancer for early detection and medical check-ups. Below are some signs and symptoms: 1) Change in breast size as a result of swelling, a lump or a change in breast tissue. It's necessary to be aware of any slight...