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CANCER MEETS FOOTBALL PLAYER
Cancer meets football player No age discrimination, when it comes to cancer. No age discrimination when it comes to who get cancer. The 24 yrs. old midfielder for Bournemouth and Wales, David Brooks has been diagnosed with a type of blood cancer called Hodgkin lymphoma (HL). Evidence based research In West Africa mainly Ghana & Nigeria, states the incidence rates of HL has been found to be higher in males more than in females between the age of 10-15yrs and 21-25 years. (Hodgkin lymphoma: Clinicopathologic features in Benin City, Nigeria and update on its biology and classification- Olu -Eddo & CE Omoti, |2011|Vol.14|Issue 4:). This type of cancer affects the lymph…
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GREEN TEA FOR BEDTIME: IS IT A GOOD OR A BAD IDEA?
With everyone jumping on the healthy lifestyle bandwagon, drinking tea has become so popular now. There are many varieties , blend and grades of green tea blended with fruits and herbs . It is said that regular consumption of green tea helps with detoxification, losing weight. You find people taking it before bedtime in order to detox overnight. Whether if this is a good idea or not is dependent on your lifestyle and the type of blend of green tea. Here is a brief overview of the composition of green tea, it’s contains polyphenol which gives it, its distinct colour and taste. Polyphenol is a group of anti-oxidants which give…
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BOYFRIEND/ GIRLFRIEND? HOW TO TRANSITION INTO HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS THAT LAST FOREVER
My husband taught me how to transition romantic relationships into healthy relationships that lasts forever. I heard you sneeze. Common you’ll survive this.There is absolutely nothing new under the sun. Let’s say King Solomon started it when the Queen of Sheba fell in love with his great wisdom . She was enthralled by his intelligence and crossed mountains to reach Him. The Queen was smitten by The King’s intelligence. He had other plans, how would He turn one of the richest women on Earth into his biggest investor. Clever Chap huh? Very recently I had an encounter that ‘ changed my life’ an interview with one of Africa’s leading entrepreneurs.…
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BEING REGINA CLARKSON- UNLEASHING THE ENTREPRENEURIAL SPIRIT
It is said that great things come in small packages and that is exceptionally true for Regina Clarkson, a young entrepreneur and a ‘Jill of trades’ . She is the founder and owner of Clarkson Cupcakes, a cupcake business that took Sierra Leone by storm. They are on a hiatus, learning and strategising to re-launch bigger and better in 2020. Since then, she has been actively involved with several start-ups across different industries in fashion, beauty, and cosmetics, consulting education and agriculture. In her free time she hosts shows and leading events in Sierra Leone. Her entrepreneurship spirit was evident right through her formative years. She recounts an experience…
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GREAT IDEAS ON EXCLUSIVE BREASTFEEDING FOR MOTHERS WORKING OUT OF THE HOME
I have had 2 babies in the space of 2 years which means that for the last 2 years, I have been either pregnant or breastfeeding. When I got pregnant with my first child, I honestly gave not much thought to how I was going to feed the baby. I was more interested in the cute little outfits and baby paraphernalia; which are on the market in abundance. I was ooh-ing and aah-ing over cute little rompers and wondering whether I should get wipe warmers (don’t get them. There’s absolutely no point to them). I downloaded an App (Pregnancy+) to keep track of my baby’s development and I am truly…
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IBRAHIM YUSUF BANGURA SHARES ON HIS ROMANCE WITH THE WEIGHT ROOM
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Ibrahim Yusuf Bangura is known to many as ‘Beloz’. He is an outstanding young lawyer who wears many hats. Dabbling in politics when required or showcasing his artistic talents on the worldwide stage whether it is acting, comedy or MCing. Quite an odd combination for many, but you may be intrigued by the finesse with which he conveys his passions. When he is not traveling, swimming and making people laugh, Ibrahim dreams of being in a position to influence the lives of many and put Sierra Leone on the map in a very positive way. We have a feeling that it would either be through politics or entertainment. When…
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ALL I NEED IS SEVEN MINUTES TO TELL YOU WHY I THINK SEX IS A BEAUTIFUL THING
In Africa as in many other places, sex is a taboo. Open discussions around sex are frowned upon, it’s no secret though that we indulge in the practice. This is confirmed by current estimates which indicate that roughly 83 million people are being added to the world’s population every year. – UNDP While this might be a deterrent, we must admit that babies are not the only by- product of sex. Research has shown an increase in productivity and happiness for people that have regular sex. Sex is important; it is a subject that must be discussed by all. More so with the current increase in sexually transmitted diseases, with…
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NYANDEBO XPERIENCE: MAMA TRAVEL DIARIES
Mama Travel Diaries Exotic Destinations June 2019. Adventurous Parent Join the Travelling Family Club Open to Worldwide Collaborations. MY LIFE AS A TRAVELLING MAMA Dear Stranger, My name is Mahawa. Once upon a time I enjoyed shopping above all things. At least so I thought well till the internet made shopping virtually accessible. Truth is I enjoy reading, and writing in a diary; my hand writing is terrible so I now use an online diary to ponder my thoughts. I gain pleasure from going back to my entries and re-visiting my thoughts. My favourite diary entries were of me at 14 years old. Till date, those entries are…
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CALL ME DOCTOR- CHEF & THEN WE CAN STEP INTO JALIKA’S KITCHEN
I come from a family of 7, my twin sister and I being the last born. My parents were total opposites in dealing with us, my mom being the strict catholic mom, and Dad always playing the good cop (haha). So I would say we had a very balanced upbringing. We had a comfortable life thanks to sacrifices made by my parents. They always made sure we had what we needed (note: not wanted, neededJ). That influences my values on what is important in life to this day, and I am forever grateful for that. I knew I wanted to be a doctor at age 7, watching the show ER…
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READING BETWEEN THE LINES: 8 QUOTES FROM NOMPUMELELO AFRIKA GCABA
A reader lives a thousand lives before he dies, the man who never reads only lives once – George R. R. Martin Growing up with a love for books, Nompumelelo Afrika Gcaba has lived many lives through the stories she read. Nowadays she fully embodies the above quote as her mantra for life . She leads a colourful life, wearing many hats as a writer, activist and feminist. Nompumelelo is a passionate speaker who has addressed thousands of audiences in different parts of Africa and has appeared on numerous programs including Television programs such as The BBC Africa News. She is an avid activist for women and girls…
