By Akalazu Chibuikem Nnamdi 05 November 2023 | 2:00 pm Nigerians tend to attribute a lot of naturally occurring events to other unrelated events because we proudly are culture- and religion-centered people. Sometimes, these myths are associated with similar activities and other times, it is outright false knowledge. …
Read More »Debunking the fears, rumours and myths surrounding anaesthesia
Every year on October 16, World Anaesthesia Day is recognised globally to mark the first successful demonstration of anaesthesia in 1846. Anaesthesia, as we know it today, is the art of relieving pain during medical procedures, allowing for surgeries that were once unimaginable. But where did this all begin? William …
Read More »Debunking queefing myths, and separating fact from fiction
But by really understanding what queefing means, we’ll be able to break down stigma and misconceptions, especially when it comes to sexual health. Let’s discuss the myths surrounding queefing and provide you with the real facts so that you can embrace this aspect of your body without shame or confusion. …
Read More »Debunking 3 breastfeeding myths
1. Myth: Breastfeeding Makes Your Breasts Sag: This is a common misconception, but it’s not entirely accurate. While it is true that the process of pregnancy and breastfeeding can lead to changes in breast shape and size, it’s not the primary cause of sagging breasts. Factors such as genetics, aging, …
Read More »Debunking 6 Sunscreen Myths That Are Causing You Harm
Do you use sunscreen? This question pops up every time skincare is discussed online and offline. Sunscreen is the heavy lifter of the any beauty regiment, protecting you from harmful UV radiation sun rays. It is a vital part of any skincare routine, helping to prevent skin cancer and protect …
Read More »Debunking 5 common myths about men’s morning erections
That’s why we want to debunk five commonly held morning erection misconceptions. Myth 1: If you have morning erections, you can’t experience erectile dysfunction Experiencing morning erections doesn’t necessarily mean you’re exempt from experiencing erectile dysfunction. If you are experiencing this, your erectile dysfunction is likely caused by psychological factors. …
Read More »‘Franco Baresi and Paolo Maldini conceded just 23 goals together as a centre-back pairing’: debunking one of the biggest myths in football history
‘FRANC-LY IMPENETRABLE’ reads the headline. ‘Franco Baresi and Paolo Maldini conceded just 23 goals at the heart of AC Milan in 196 matches’ Sadly, another national media outlet had fallen victim to a mistranslated tweet, turned Chinese whisper, about legendary Italian defenders Paolo Maldini and Franco Baresi. Incredibly the article …
Read More »STDs &STIs: Debunking Misconceptions
By Oluwatomiwa Ogunniyi 10 July 2022 | 9:00 am Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) and Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs), although often confused and subject to misconceptions, aren’t actually the same thing despite the fact that all STDs are caused by an STI. They are conditions that are typically consulted …
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