Health library
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.
Women's health · 5 min read
A healthy pregnancy: visits, food and danger signs
Eight antenatal contacts, the right supplements, and knowing the warning signs protect you and your baby.
Women's health · 4 min
Periods: what is normal, what is not, and managing pain
Heavy or painful periods are common but not something you must simply endure. Here is what counts as normal and when to see a doctor.
Women's health · 5 min
Contraception: your options, side by side
From pills to implants to condoms, here is how each method works, how well it works, and what to think about when choosing.
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.