Health issues to know about soot, protective measures…. As residents of Port Harcourt and its environs grapple with the black soot, the latest atmospheric challenge they have to live with, experts have warned that long-term exposure to soot poses serious health risks, and could lead to cancer and other critical health problems, which could cause […]

Harmattan, cool dry wind that blows from the northeast or east in the western sahara and is strongest in late fall and winter (late November to mid-March). It usually carries large amounts of dust. Harmattan came as shock this year. Of course, everyone expected it to come late last year and run through the month […]

When you think watermelon you pictured a red, squashy, juicy fruit but the seeds probably don’t come to your mind. People usually remove these black seeds from the fruit and consume them. But did you know these black seeds have some magical nutrient properties? The tiny seeds are super nutritious and healthy. Watermelon is an […]

“It doesn’t really matter how good they are at their job if no one wants to work with them.” That’s what my dad told me when I posed a question to him a couple of months into my job as a hospital pharmacy technician says James. I was confused about the turnover rate of pharmacists. […]

No matter which business vertical you’re in, there’s one thing everyone has in common. Adapting to change is critical. In the pharmacy world specifically, we’ve seen dramatic change over the last 40 years. Even in the last 5 years. Or 1 year. We can adapt or fail. Change our businesses or watch them lose relevance.Here […]

Judging From a Global Standard…. Prescription drugs are an integral part of healthcare; they help manage symptoms, treat illnesses, and save lives. However, the high cost of prescription drugs can take a big chunk out of the monthly budget for most people in the U.S. It can even hurt those who are able to afford […]

It is extremely important that you understand the medicines that your doctor prescribes for you. To be sure you have all of the information you need, ask your pharmacist these questions about your medications. Because these are questions that you should ask, you will see that this sheet does not always answer them. Instead, each […]