What Is a Stroke?

Stroke is a medical emergency and a leading cause of death in the U.S. It occurs when a blood vessel in the brain bursts or, more commonly, when a blockage develops. Without treatment, cells in the brain quickly begin to die. The result can be serious disability or death. If a loved one is having stroke symptoms, seek emergency medical attention without delay.

Common Virus May Be Linked to Heart Disease, Diabetes in Some Women

THURSDAY, Feb. 27, 2017 (HealthDay News) -- A common virus may make some women more susceptible to both heart disease and type 2 diabetes, a new study suggests.

From China with fake tyres: Whistleblowers aid SON to intercept N5bn substandard tyres

LAGOS—Many were speechless and others moved to tears, weekend, when they were conducted round a warehouse in Satellite Town, Lagos, that was filled with sub-standard tyres imported into the country by some Chinese nationals.

Nigeria to play friendlies in London

Nigeria have lined up international friendlies against Senegal and Burkina Faso in London in March.

The Super Eagles will face the Teranga Lions on 23 March and the Stallions four days later as part of their build-up for the 2019 African Cup of Nations qualifier against South Africa in June.

Manchester United: Jose Mourinho believes Zlatan Ibrahimovic will stay at club

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho thinks striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic will stay at the club for another year.

Ibrahimovic, 35, joined United in the summer on a one-year deal - with an option to extend his stay at Old Trafford for a second season.

Rooney releases statement confirming Manchester United stay

Wayne Rooney

Manchester United captain, Wayne Rooney, has released a statement to end speculations, by announcing that he is staying at the club.

Give presidency to Ndigbo for peace in Nigeria – APC BoT member, Izuogu

Ezekiel Izuogu

Elder statesman and a member of All Progressives Congress (APC) Board of Trustees, Ezekiel Izuogu, has stated that the only way to bring about lasting peace to Nigeria was to hand over the presidential stool to an Igbo indigene.