Health
10 Useful Tips For Healthy Lifestyle
In today’s fast paced world maintaining a good health is a serious issue. We know this is not for the first time you are hearing the word, “Healthy Lifestyle” but have you ever wondered why do we need one?
A healthy lifestyle helps you deal with life hassles better due to an effective mind and physical fitness. It keeps away heart diseases, obesity, fatigue, depression and even hair and skin related problems.
You might have tried to focus on your health issues and even planned to make some drastic changes to your lifestyle before, but the busy schedules, endless deadlines and most of the times lack of motivation must be stopping you from achieving your targets.
We wouldn’t recommend you tough diet plans and excessive workouts. Only a few changes in your routine can help you live a long, healthy and active life that you desire.
Rise and Shine with a glass of water
Whenever you wake up the first thing to do is to drink a glass of water. If you find it difficult to gulp it down with a flat tummy you can add a slice of lime or lemon in it. It will help in the maintenance of body systems, improve metabolism rate and remove the toxins. It is also assumed to have a relationship with weight reduction.
Sleep Well
It is suggested for an average adult to sleep for at least 8 hours in a day, but all people have different requirements for sleep which may range from 6 to 10 hours. If you are feeling sleepy mostly at 4pm to 6pm, this means you are probably not getting enough rest. Lack of sleep would result in lack of concentration, memory loss, and disturbed mood. It also has a negative effect on heart.
Welcome the morning with a few stretches
Switch from snooze mode to active mode. The best thing you can do after getting out of the bed is to stretch your arms and welcome the morning, also stretch your legs, back and neck. How stretching could be so helpful? Well, the secret is, stretching early in the morning helps to increase the flow of the blood and add your muscles an extra dose of oxygen. It will revitalize your body and would help it to waken up. Stretching also prepares the muscles to take the challenges of a new day.
Say goodbye to unhealthy snacks
Here comes the difficult part! Only healthy eating habits can lead to healthy living. Don’t stuff your tummy with unhealthy snacks like cookies, bags of chips, salted nuts, candies and other tasty foods. Why? Because these foods are a high source of saturated fats, salt and sugar that can mess up with your body. Choose healthy substitutes like fresh fruits, vegetables and raw nuts as they are a rich source of vitamins, minerals and other important nutrients. Also develop a habit of reading the list of ingredients given at the back of the packed products. This will help you ensure that the foods you are eating are healthy in nature.
Don’t ever think about skipping your Breakfast
There are many of us having such a busy schedule that don’t allow us to get some time out even for breakfast, but remember always, “Breakfast is the most important meal of the day”. Researches made in 2003 by American Heart Association discovered that people who skipped their breakfast were more likely to get obese and developed diabetes as compared to breakfast eaters. The reason is that when breakfast is skipped people nibble on unhealthy snacks to overcome their craving for food till lunch. So make sure you make a healthy choice of nutrients for your breakfast to fuel up your body for the long rough day.
Go for a Walk
Can’t take out time for physical exercise? No problem! Take stairs instead of elevators, have discussions with your friends over a walk, look after the plants in your garden or if you have a pet take it a bit farther for a walk. The trick is to increase the physical activities while executing your routine. It has been suggested by the researchers that in order to improve heart health every individual should walk for at least 125 to 200 minutes that is equal to almost 12 miles, in a week.
Socialize
Researchers say that lonely people often become more ill and die at a young age. People without friends are more depressed, face stress and also lack physical activities. Friendship is a source of happiness and drains out stress and frustrations. If you don’t know from where to take a start, you can join a club and meet people with similar interests.
Find yourself some new activities
Involve yourself in such activities that provide you with new experiences and make them your hobby. Developing a hobby helps you reduce stress and keeps you cheerful. Also it would be more beneficial if you will get into group activities.
Quit Smoking and limit Alcohol
We all are aware of the negative effects of smoking and excessive drinking on our health but still can’t prepare ourselves to quit them, Right? So take a look at the bright side; saying no to cigarettes can save us from cancer and heart diseases, while reducing alcohol intake can save our liver from getting damaged.
Don’t worry, be happy
What is the key to happiness? Be optimistic and see the difference, you will feel happiness from within. You can achieve positive thinking by meditation and yoga; it will help you escape from all your worries. Also share a good laugh; it helps to fill the lungs and body with sufficient amount of oxygen resulting in improved health and also strengthens the heart.
Though, we all know that “health is wealth” but why spend all your wealth on your health when you can use these useful and inexpensive health tips to improve your quality of life. So take a step forward to begin a healthy lifestyle today.
Source: http://humannhealth.com/10-useful-tips-for-a-healthy-lifestyle/32/
Health
AXA’s Mind Health Report Highlights Importance of Workplace Wellness

Nigeria’s leading insurance company, AXA Mansard Insurance Plc, has announced the release of the AXA Mind Health Report 2025. This comprehensive study underscores the critical importance of mental health in the workplace and among young people.
According to Omowunmi Mabel Adewusi, General Counsel and Human Resource Director of AXA Mansard, the Mind Health Report is part of AXA’s ongoing commitment to promoting positive mental well-being and reducing stigma through holistic approaches.
She said, “The state of mind health in the world continues to give cause for concern, with a lot of people currently experiencing a mental health condition. This fifth edition of the report shows a worrying trend among our youth.
“We also observe an interesting trend in the workplace that reveals work impacts employees’ mental health either as a source of support or a source of issues.”
The AXA Mind Health Report 2025 reveals significant insights into the mental health landscape, highlighting the challenges that young adults and employees face.
According to the report, 44% of young adults (18-24) currently suffer from mental health conditions, with excessive use of social media and financial instability being major contributing factors.
Additionally, work-related stress, including excessive workload, tight deadlines, and a lack of work-life balance, remains a significant concern for employees.
Adewusi further emphasized the importance of prioritizing mental health in the workplace, explaining that mental health is a crucial aspect of overall well-being. Organizations must implement policies that support their employees.
“For us at AXA, this realization is at the heart of our We Care Programme, which affords our employees benefits such as flexible working hours, access to professional counselling services, monthly health workshops, a supportive work environment, menstrual, extended paternity, and caregiver leave benefits.
“The findings of the AXA Mind Health Report 2025 highlight the urgent need for proactive measures to address mental health issues in the workplace and among the youth. We are calling on business leaders, government agencies, and other stakeholders to foster a wellness culture that promotes positive mental health and supports individuals in reaching their full potential.”
The 2025 study, conducted in collaboration with IPSOS, aims to identify mental health and wellness issues in global society to build solutions to mitigate them. A total of 17,000 respondents from 16 countries participated in the survey.
Health
Oyo Raises Entry Grade Level for University Graduate Nurses to 10

By Modupe Gbadeyanka
The entry grade level for nurses in the Oyo State civil service with university degree has been reviewed, the Provost of the Oyo State College of Nursing Sciences, Ibadan, Dr Gbonjubola Owolabi, has revealed.
The review was done by the state government through the Oyo State Civil Service Commission.
Recall that the National Council of Establishment (NCE) at its 43rd meeting in 2022 approved the placement of university graduate nurses on grade level 10.
At a meeting with 21 Nursing Tutors on Wednesday in Ibadan, Dr Owolabi said the state government has moved the category of nurses from grade 8, charging nursing tutors of the institution to be diligent in their duties and imbibe integrity and quality.
“The institution is out to train nursing and health practitioners and churn out quality manpower who can function effectively in community, primary, secondary, tertiary, and industrial health settings.
“I urge you to key into this vision, even as the present administration will not deprive you of your rights,” the provost stated.
Dr Owolabi, who said that the Oyo State government placed priority on integrity and quality, disclosed that “the institution has received necessary accreditations from the regulatory bodies for some courses.”
She lauded Governor Seyi Makinde for approving the promotion of the 21 tutors, saying such a gesture should be reciprocated with dedication to service.
In her vote of thanks, one of the lecturers, Mrs Abiola Elizabeth, lauded the management of the institution, saying the approval from the civil service had further accentuated the priority placed on the health sector by Oyo State government.
Health
Burundi Introduces Malaria Vaccine Into Routine Immunization Programme

By Modupe Gbadeyanka
The government of Burundi has taken a critical step towards reducing malaria cases and saving thousands of children’s lives with the introduction of the malaria vaccine into its routine immunization programme.
This followed the arrival of 544,000 doses of malaria vaccines in Burundi in January and the approval of the RTS,S malaria vaccine by ABREMA (Autorité Burundaise de Régulation des Médicaments à usage humain et des Aliments).
The inclusion of the vaccine was made possible with the collaborations of the Ministry of Health, Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance (Gavi), UNICEF, the World Health Organization (WHO), and Dalberg.
At a ceremony on Monday to announce this development, the First Lady of Burundi, Mrs Angeline Ndayishimiye, commended the organisations for supporting her husband’s government to fight malaria in the country.
Malaria remains a major public health concern in Burundi and one of the country’s top health priorities. Malaria is endemic, with two annual peaks (April-May and June) resulting in high transmission levels in some districts.
The latest data from the National Health Information System (SNIS) showed that malaria remains one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality, with an incidence of 399.1 per 1,000 inhabitants in 2023.
Data analysis revealed that malaria accounted for 20.9 per cent of consultations in 2023 and 59.4 per cent of hospital deaths in 2021.
In Burundi, children under the age of five are the population category most vulnerable to malaria. Of the 4,857,556 malaria cases reported in 2023, children under five accounted for 2,235,481 cases, representing 46 per cent of malaria morbidity.
For this reason, as a key partner, UNICEF is committed to ensuring that every child, especially the most vulnerable, has access to this critical vaccine, alongside other essential health services, to give them a healthier start in life.
“Today marks a significant milestone as we introduce the malaria vaccine in Burundi. This initiative reflects our strong and unwavering commitment to malaria control by combining high-impact strategic interventions and our collective determination to protect our children’s lives.
“By focusing on reducing malaria mortality in children under five, we are taking a critical step towards ensuring a healthier and brighter future for the next generation. This vaccine introduction also brings us closer to a future where no child is lost to this preventable disease. We are paving the way for a malaria-free Burundi,” said Dr Lydwine Baradahana, Minister of Public Health and AIDS Prevention.
“Today, Burundi joins the list of 17 other countries on the African continent to have introduced malaria vaccine into routine immunization with Gavi support.
“Given the devastating impact of malaria, this is a development that will save thousands of young lives, offer relief to families and lessen the burden currently placed on the country’s health system,” the Senior Country Manager for Burundi at Gavi, Mario Jimenez, stated.
UNICEF Representative in Burundi, France Bégin, said, “Every child has the right to grow up healthy and protected from preventable diseases like malaria. The introduction of the malaria vaccine is a historic step, bringing new hope to families in Burundi.”
WHO representative in Burundi, Dr Xavier Crespin, remarked that, “Malaria is the leading cause of morbidity and mortality in Burundi, especially among children.
“With the measures already taken by the government such as Sulfadoxine-Pyrimethamine chemoprevention, the distribution of impregnated mosquito nets and indoor spraying, and now the introduction of malaria vaccination in children aged 6 to 18 months as recommended by the WHO,
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