…they were fully aware their kidneys were being harvested for a patient with end-stage kidney disease. According to Malu, the donors even swore court affidavits prior to the surgeries. Dr. Malu maintained that the medical team followed strict standard procedures, ensuring all donors were consenting adults over 18 operat…

…want to support Nigerians so that they do not die because they cannot afford treatment. Kidney disease is affecting even children, and they are now having kidney problems. So, we have to complement what the present government is doing to revamp the health sector.” Salihu assured the hospital management that he would co…

…hypertension as a “silent killer” responsible for many cases of stroke, heart failure, kidney disease and sudden death. Yusuf stressed that regular screening and monitoring remain essential for early detection and effective management of hypertension. He added that the distribution of maternal, neonatal and child healt…

…of Somatus, a company that provides in-home dialysis support for patients with chronic kidney disease. The post read, “Nigerian-American physician and entrepreneur Dr. Ikenna Okezie is transforming kidney care as CEO and co-founder of Somatus, a company providing in-home dialysis support for patients with chronic kidne…

…extend beyond individual health. It increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, kidney disease and other chronic illnesses that reduce productivity, increase healthcare costs and place additional burdens on families and the health system,” Dada said.Many university students, she noted, depend on inexpensive processed…

…was diagnosed with End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD). Dennar, who has been battling Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) since January 2025, is currently dependent on dialysis twice weekly to stay alive as his condition continues to deteriorate. Narrating his ordeal, he said medical specialists have advised that an urgent kidney…

It goes without saying that for some people, like those with certain kidney diseases or people who have edema, such behaviour would be risky indeed. But for others, it would make sense to drink regularly during the day and avoid making up for lost water consumption before going to bed.