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  • Nigeria second largest HIV epidemic in 2016 – Report

    Nigeria second largest HIV epidemic in 2016 – Report

    Nigeria had the second largest HIV epidemic in 2016, with over 196,000 adolescents representing 10 per cent of the global burden said to be living with HIV/AIDS, according to a World Health Report.

    The report was given by Mrs Esther Samuel, The Chief Matron, Lagos State Ministry of Health, at a programme by a Non-governmental Organisation ( NGO ) Lisa Demi Project, in Lagos.

    The Lisa Demi Project, initiated in the U.K., seeks address the sexual health issues through Talks, Counselling and Entertainment among others.

    The programme, held at the Teslim Balogun Stadium Surulere, Lagos on Thursday, and title “ Let’s Talk about Our Sexual Health’’, is targeted at teenagers between the ages 14 to 24.

    Speaking on the dangers of unrestrained sexual activities among the youths, Samuel said the statistics from the health sector remained a concern.

    “Nigeria has the second largest HIV epidemic. About 3.2 million people Nigerians were living with HIV in 2016.

    “In Nigeria, over 196,000 adolescents, representing 10 percent of the global burden, are said to be living with HIV/AIDS.

    “Also. 230,000 babies were born by girls aged 15 to 19 in 2015. This is a frightening report. However, 1 million STIs are acquired every day,’’ she said.

    Read also: http://staging.thenationonlineng.net/50-nigerians-living-hiv-adolescents-unicef/

    Relaying the statistics further, Samuel said that the world was groaning under the heavy burden of sexually transmitted diseases.

    “Each year, there are estimated 357 million new infections, while globally more than 2 million 10 to 19-year-olds are living with HIV.

    “About one in seven of all new HIV infections occur during adolescence.

    In the U.S., 21 per cent of the adolescents had drunk alcohol or used drugs before last sexual intercourse.

    “About 85 per cent of these youths live in developing countries, while we also have 32 per cent of Nigerian population as youths which half (48.6 per cent) of adolescents aged 15 to 19 are sexually active.

    “About 1 in 5 of sexually active females and 1 in 12 sexually active males had already engaged in sexual intercourse by the age of 15,’’ she said.

    Samuel said that the alarming statistics should call for urgent action so as not to lose the bulk of the productive population to untreatable diseases such as STDs and STIs.

    “These are real figures which should bring something to our mind and it is no other thing than fear, and a call to action, especially among our youths.

    “Our youths must be cautioned to refrain and advise. They all need to be guided not to waste their lives on what is worth waiting for.

    “The youths should start to avoid something they call a little thing that does not matter but are sexual behaviours such as kissing, keeping secret friendships and others.

    “We should focus on health education and STI prevention through school seminars, clubs, social media, parents, peer groups and proper counseling when STDs are detected early,’’ she said.

    NAN reports that the event has in attendance over 1,000 students drawn from schools in Lagos.

    NAN

  • ‘Condom can prevent STDs, unplanned pregnancy’

    Any Nigerian who is sexually active has been enjoined to always use a condom, not only to prevent unwanted pregnancy but to also protect against contracting sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).

    Speaking at the media launch of Flex condom in Lagos, the Managing Director/CEO, Society for Family Health Nigeria, Sir Bright Ekweremadu, said, “We are expanding and launching our new condom series in different brands, flavour and texture to ensure that every sexually active Nigerian is able to find a condom of their choice to meet the dual demands of condom use. This is because Nigerians consume over 400 million condoms annually, but the 400 million condom consumption could fall below expectation based on the society’s estimation of unprotected sex in the country.

    “Flex condoms offer protection against sexually transmitted diseases as well as prevent unwanted pregnancies and are available for different personalities making it the ideal choice for young and old sexually active males and females.”

    Ekweremadu further said: “The new Flex condom packs the best of precision manufacturing and stylish design with top class craftsmanship and functionality to deliver extra sensation for maximum pleasure. With its unique performance and boasting of the internationally tested latex, we predict that these new products will be accepted by discerning consumers”.

    He said the Flex condoms comply with NAFDAC and international standards. Each batch of Flex condom is electronically tested both at the manufacturer’s world-class laboratory and here in Nigeria in a condom laboratory by Federal Ministry of Health staff. For instance, it is a fact that Flex condoms stretch ± 7 times its own length before breaking. The new variants include Flex Classic condoms which are ribbed and strawberry flavoured designed to provide extra sensation and heightened pleasure while Flex Brown Sugar condom is a premium studded and chocolate flavoured condom for maximum stimulation and thrill.

    Others include Flex Spice premium latex condom which is an ultra-thin and strawberry flavoured condom designed to provide that natural feel whereas Flex Pleasure Unlimited condom is a unique premium bubble gum flavoured condom offering extra pleasure and maximum delight.

    The Flex Treasure Island is a combo pack of all flavoured variants: Flex Spice Condom, Flex Brown Sugar condom and Flex Pleasure Unlimited condom, offering three matchless delights in a box and Stamina Condom brand is a Lidocaine–treated condom offering longer lasting excitement.

    The Flex Classic, Spice and Brown Sugar Condoms, offer a unique combination of flavoured and textured condom at the same time creating extra spice and enhancing sexual delight and is the first of its kind in Nigeria. These variants appeal to a wide range of individuals with different personalities; the adventurous and heightened pleasure seeker; the flavour appeals to romantic lovers; as well as the conventional and predictable ones.

  • Diabetes, prostate enlargement, STDs, and infertility : Diabetes and high blood pressure

    Before I commence this write up, let me mention that for the next one month from the 21st of July to 21st of August we will be offering reasonable discount on all our products….it will really be ‘ a big discount’. The essence of the discount is to mark well over 10yrs of our successful venture in natural medicine practice and to appreciates our numerous agents, patients and customers who had supported and patronized us.

    We have developed herbal remedies for high blood pressure, diabetes, and stroke related conditions. As a matter of fact, a patient visited my office a month ago with elevated blood sugar of over 400mg/dl. He was assisted by his two brothers while he held his clutches into my office. He had been on insulin but without any progress in his general health nor his blood sugar that continued to fluctuate between 300 mg/dl to 400 mg/dl. He had wounds that are not healing. He was on our remedies for just one week and noticed that his blood sugar crashed down to 90mg/dl. For the past weeks he had remained stable, certain wounds on his body are also healing. He now tells his friends and associates about the efficacy of our diabetic remedies.

    Prostate enlargement, urinary problems and our testimonies

    At this point, let me share testimonies derived from our fertility, and prostate treatment as follows; The prostate and urinary testimonies will come first; During one of my trips to Ghana where I was invited to be honored with an entrepreneurial award in recognition of my efforts in advancing natural medicine practice particularly in Nigeria and Africa in general, I had interaction with colleagues in Ghana who are practictitioners of natural medicine who volunteered to market our herbal remedy for prostate, a remedy that has recently being certified by Nafdac. The name of the herbal drugs is PROSTALYN. Latest report reaching me is that Prostalyn Herbal is highly accepted and reliable among my colleague in the treatment of Prostate problems in certain part of Africa, yet Prostalyn is produced in Nigeria. Prostalyn regulates urination, relieves difficult urination and excess urination. Prostalyn also restores normal urinary flow and avoids sudden urinary blockage in men as well as normalize PSA (prostate specific antigen). Prostalyn helps to prevent prostate cancer and guarantees normal urinary flow. According to The US Prostate cancer society, prostate cases are high. Normal PSA IS 0-4ugl. Any prostate depending on age, that is above normal range could easly lead to cancer if not monitored . Apart from his PSA We have independent medical diagnoses laboratory that helps in conducting series of tests including prostate scan and PSA before our treatment. Symptoms of prostate problems are difficult and excess urination, urinary urgency, frequent urination and inability to completely empty the bladder. Risky stages of any prostate problems are sudden urinary blockage, elevated PSA and prostate cancer.

    In order to reach out to others, he had volunteered to market and serve as an agent in Owerri for our NAFDAC registered herbal remedies called Batulin for infections and restoration of strong immune system, as well as market our remedies for prostate enlargement, male and female infertility, ulcer, STDs and infections, HBP. You can call me for his phone numbers if you need our remedies in Owerri. Also note, that for those in Lagos we can carry out all forms of fertility test in our independent medical laboratory managed by licenced health officers, before our treatment.

    For enquiries and delivery instructions all Dr Paul Torty on 08037140368, 08038824033 08051625888, 08099829832, 08083860575. Distance is a not a barrier, wherever you are, call now.

    www.drpaultorty.com, email:paultorty@yahoo.com

  • What women still don’t know about getting pregnant

    As surprising as it seems, about half of women of reproductive age have not talked to their health care provider about their reproductive health, according to a new study.

    As a result, the researchers, from the Yale School of Medicine, found that women between ages 18 and 40 weren’t aware of some the important factors that influence fertility and their ability to get pregnant, as well as about basic prenatal practices once they were expecting.

    Among the most notable findings, which were published in the journal, Fertility & Sterility.

    30% of the women reported that they only visited a reproductive health provider less than once a year or not at all.

    50% of the women did not know that taking multivitamins and folic acid are recommended to avoid birth defects.

    A little over 25% of women did not know that things like STDs, smoking and obesity impact fertility.

    20% did not know that aging can impact fertility and increase rates of miscarriage.

    50% of the women thought that having sex multiple times in a day increased their likelihood of getting pregnant

    Over 33% of women thought that different sex positions can increase their odds of getting pregnant

    10% did not know that they should have sex before ovulation to increase the chances of getting pregnant instead of after ovulation. The significant gaps in the women’s knowledge about their fertility may also explain why 40% reported that they had concerns and questions about their ability to get pregnant. The researchers believe that as women put off starting families the latest CDC report showed women between 25 to 29 years old have the highest pregnancy rates, compared to women aged 20 to 24 in earlier years doctors, particularly reproductive health specialists, should have more opportunity for improving women’s education about fertility and pregnancy so they know what to expect when they are finally ready to have a child.

    Culled from TIME magazine