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Medical Breakthrough: Nigeria Introduces Lenacapavir for HIV prevention

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February 24, 2026 • 129 views

Medical Breakthrough: Nigeria Introduces Lenacapavir for HIV prevention

Lenacapavir (Yeztugo) is a long-acting HIV prevention injection given just twice a year, offering a highly effective alternative to daily PrEP pills. Now becoming available in Nigeria at a subsidized cost, it represents a major step forward in expanding access to HIV prevention. While not officially 100% protective, it provides powerful protection when taken correctly under medical supervision.

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Fasting Season: Essential Health Tips for Christians and Muslims

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February 18, 2026 • 174 views

Fasting Season: Essential Health Tips for Christians and Muslims

As Christians observe Lent and Muslims observe Ramadan, TalkAfricang encourages everyone to prioritize their health while fasting. Staying well-hydrated, eating balanced meals, getting enough rest, and avoiding overly spicy or acidic foods especially when breaking the fast can help prevent discomfort and complications. Individuals with sensitive stomachs or ulcer-related conditions should take extra precautions and consult a healthcare professional before fasting to ensure their safety and well-being throughout the season.

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Consent Is a must: Why We Must Speak Clearly About Rape

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February 18, 2026 • 202 views

Consent Is a must: Why We Must Speak Clearly About Rape

Recently we’ve had trending stories which has once again pushed the issue of rape into the spotlight. While the attention is important, the way we discuss rape matters just as much as the discussion itself. Constantly, misinformation, victim-blaming, and silence protect perpetrators (rapist or abusers) while survivors are left unheard. People tend to shift their attention from the main issue on ground when an issue of rape or sexual abuse is spoken about it reported. It is necessary to speak clearly, responsibly, and firmly, irrespective of your gender, rape is violence, and consent is non-negotiable. We cannot say this enough.

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Sickle Cell Breakthrough: Nigeria Gets Bone Marrow Transplant Cure

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December 19, 2025 • 105 views

Sickle Cell Breakthrough: Nigeria Gets Bone Marrow Transplant Cure

Nigeria has recorded a major healthcare milestone as the Lagos University Teaching Hospital, in partnership with the Sickle Cell Foundation Nigeria, successfully introduces bone marrow transplant procedures for sickle cell patients within the country. The initiative, which admitted its first patients in August 2024, offers renewed hope for long-term survival and improved quality of life. While prevention through genotype testing remains crucial and treatment costs are still high, this development marks a significant step forward in addressing one of Nigeria’s most prevalent genetic diseases.

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Medical Breakthrough: Nigeria Introduces Lenacapavir for HIV prevention

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Consent Is a must: Why We Must Speak Clearly About Rape

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