Saturday, February 8, 2025

NAMs Applaud NA Education Committee’s Report, Urge Implementation of Recommendations

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By: Mama A. Touray National Assembly members applauded the National Assembly Select Committee on Education, Training, and ICT’s report on visits to private schools, madrasas, GSM operators, and...

Russia’s Free mRNA Cancer Vaccine by 2025

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By: The Fatu Network Editorial Russia has developed a groundbreaking mRNA cancer vaccine, set to be released free of charge by 2025, with pre-clinical trials showing it suppresses...

UTG dental students conduct oral health outreach in Banjul

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By Dawda Baldeh Dental students from the University of The Gambia (UTG) marked World Oral Health Day with an outreach event in Banjul, providing free dental education and...

Lemongrass: a natural remedy for menstrual cramps, bloating, and hot flashes.

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By: Prof. Raphael Nyarkotey Obu Lemongrass, also called citronella, is a tall, stalky plant. It has a fresh, lemony aroma and a citrus flavour. It’s a common...

World Sickle Cell Day: Understanding the Importance of Genetic Screening Before Marriage

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By: Michaella Faith Wright Today, June 19th, marks World Sickle Cell Day, a significant occasion dedicated to raising awareness about sickle cell disease (SCD) and emphasizing the importance...

Gambia: How sugar in your drinks destroys the body

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  By Prof. Raphael Nyarkotey Obu The writer Gambia: How sugar in your drinks destroys the body I have observed keenly that there is a wide range of sugar desserts...

Health Myths/Benefits: University of The Gambia Medical Students Association ©

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003Ts Fish is among the healthiest foods on the planet. It’s loaded with important nutrients, such as protein and vitamin D. Fish is also a great source of omega-3 fatty...

Cabbage Juice Heals Ulcers

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  By Prof. Raphael Nyarkotey Obu In my naturopathic clinical settings, I have seen how drinking 1.5 litres cabbage juice for three weeks completely healed people with serious...

Trial Continues: Will Victims of Children’s Cough Syrup Deaths Receive Justice?

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By: Seringe ST Touray The trial surrounding the tragic deaths of children in The Gambia due to tainted syrups resumed at the Banjul High Court on Tuesday. The...

Concerned Youth From Nema Su Have Embarked on Demolishing and Burying Illegal Septic Systems...

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By: Alieu Jallow The concerned youth of Nema Su in Sukuta have taken stringent measures to ensure that anyone found violating the law is held accountable. These concerned...

007Jb University of The Gambia Medical Students Association Health myths/benefits

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Fasting is a practice that dates back centuries and plays a central role in many cultures and religions. As a practice fasting has been associated with a...

Lifeblood for Life: Ghana’s ECOMIG Troops Roll Up Their Sleeves in Barra

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By Dawda Baldeh The Ghanaian troops serving the ECOWAS mission in The Gambia in partnership with their sister forces have conducted a blood donation at Essau District Hospital. The...

Sierra Leone’s President Bio Inaugurates State-of-the-Art Lumley Children’s Hospital

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By Michaella Faith Wright In a landmark event for Sierra Leone's healthcare sector, President Dr. Julius Maada Bio, accompanied by First Lady Dr. Fatima Maada Bio, inaugurated the...

Harnessing Solar Power to Enhance Healthcare in The Gambia

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By: Kodou Jeng Gaye As we stride forward into an era dominated by technology and innovation, we must ensure these advancements benefit everyone, especially those in remote and...

Medical Negligence on the rise in the Gambia: A Call for National Action

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By Prof. Raphael Nyarkotey Obu and Juliana Twumwaa Obeng           Medical Negligence on the rise in the Gambia: A Call for National Action As...

Coffee may lower risk of death, improves golf performance

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By Prof. Raphael Nyarkotey Obu The writer   Coffee I also notice coffee is revered in the Gambia. From careful observation, it appears coffee is next to attaya consumption in...

Red Cross Society Concludes 3-Day Intensive Basic First Aid Training with OIC Staff

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By: Dawda Baldeh The Gambia Secretariat of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) concluded a three-day intensive training for its staff on basic first aid earlier this afternoon....

Bar Exam and Mental Health: Does It Come with the Territory?

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By Prof. Raphael Nyarkotey Obu Bar Exam and Mental Health: Does It Come with the Territory? My Lady says: “It comes with the territory.” Well, we just completed our...

Prof. Raphael Nyarkotey Obu: 6-Packs come with a risk of depression

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By Prof. Raphael Nyarkotey Obu 6-Packs come with a risk of depression I chanced on this important study in the men’s health article in the Times of India...

No, EFSTH Doesn’t Have a High in-Hospital Mortality Rate. Some Private Hospitals Keep Patients...

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By: Seringe ST Touray During an interview underscoring the successes and challenges faced by Edward Francis Small Teaching Hospital (EFSTH), the hospital’s renowned Syrian-born Chief Medical Director, Doctor...