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Plain answers about African health.

Written for people here, checked against WHO and Africa CDC guidance. Information, not a diagnosis: if you are unwell, find the right doctor.

Food & nutrition · 4 min read

Eating well on a small budget

Healthy food does not have to be expensive. Local staples, beans, greens and small changes to how you cook can protect your family from both malnutrition and diabetes.

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Emergency numbers

767 works in Lagos State; 112 is the national number. Numbers change: please check locally. If a number does not connect, go straight to the nearest hospital.