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Breast cancer is the commonest cancer in Nigeria. It accounts for 38% of all cancer cases in Nigeria. About 40 women die daily from breast cancer in the country making it the highest cancer killer in Nigeria - higher than cervical and prostate cancer fatalities combined. Early diagnosis of breast cancer coupled with accurate and timely treatment lead to better outcomes.
What is Asthma?
Asthma is a chronic disease of the airways (breathing tubes) in the lungs. This means that you have asthma even when you feel fine and that asthma can flare up at any time.
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Childhood cancer
Cancer is an abnormal uncontrolled growth of cells.
Cancer in children does occur and an estimated 200,000 children are diagnosed annually with cancers in low to middle income countries. (LMIC)1
The most common cancer in children in Leukemia and Lymphoma and affects more males than females.
Emel Hospital is a specialist hospital and pediatric center. Our facility is fully computerized and staffed with professionals to deliver excellent primary medical and specialist's services. We are a well recognized pediatric centre.
Tuberculosis (TB) is an infectious disease caused by the bacteria Mycobacterium tuberculosis. TB can affect any part of the body, but it most commonly attacks the lungs. TB spreads through the air when a person with active TB disease coughs, sneezes, speaks, or sings. It is important to take steps to prevent the spread of TB and protect yourself and others from infection. In this article, we will discuss some preventive measures you can take to reduce the risk of contracting TB.