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By Mutalib Jibril Telemedicine involves providing medical care remotely via telecommunications technology, allowing patients to interact with healthcare providers through methods like video consultations, phone calls, or online messaging. This approach eliminates geographical constraints, enhancing the accessibility of healthcare services. Telemedicine offers convenient, secure access to healthcare, benefiting rural and underserved areas. It revolutionizes healthcare…

By Mutalib Jibril Termites belong to a category of eusocial insects that primarily feed on decomposing plant matter, including wood, paper and soil organic matter. Their distinctive features include bead-like antennae. They exhibit a eusocial social structure, organized into castes including workers, soldiers, and reproductive individuals, which is a notable feature not found in all…

By Mutalib Jibril Bedbugs are blood-feeding insects that target both humans and animals as hosts. Adult bed bugs are wingless, reddish-brown, and roughly the size of an apple seed. They possess flat, oval bodies, while young bedbugs, known as nymphs, are smaller and may have a translucent or yellowish appearance. Well. It will interest you…

By Mutalib Jibril Strengthening the role of community pharmacies in Africa is of paramount importance, as it holds the potential to substantially improve healthcare accessibility and outcomes throughout the continent. Africa grapples with distinct challenges such as a deficient healthcare infrastructure, insufficient availability of essential medicines, and a heavy disease burden. Empowering community pharmacies can…

By Mutalib Jibril It’s essential to keep cockroaches out of your home because of the range of problems they can cause. Cockroaches are not just unwelcome pests; they pose significant health risks. They are carriers of various pathogens that can lead to illnesses such as food poisoning, diarrhea, and allergies. Particularly concerning is their potential…

By Abdulrasaq Kamaldeen Abdulhamid Hambali was offered admission to study Veterinary medicine at Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto(UDUS) in 2015. When he finished secondary school, the intention of furthering his education kept him in doubt. Standing at a crossroad in his academic journey, the thought of where is the best university in Nigeria weighed heavily on…

By Mutalib Jibril Junk food refers to a food that contains high levels of fats, salt or sugar, and lacks nutrients such as fibre, vitamins and minerals. Examples include shawarma, suya, boli, burger, White bread, pizza, candies, chocolates, chips, cakes, etc. Grabbing a quick snack while en route workplace, hospitals, markets among others has an…

By Hussan Wahab Examination Dear Danfodites, by now you must be familiar with the school system. Even a hen does not need more than four months to lay, brood and hatch its eggs. You should have understood that the real exam at Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto(UDUS) is the Union and its system. One who is…

By Habeeb Olokooba  God forbid a time when all that glitters become gold. Before you learn from my story, I believe I need you to know what I mean by 4-4-2. Well, it simply means to be deceived, or simply being manipulated with lies, especially from a guy to a girl. To kick off, I…

Mutalib Jibril  The ear is a complex organ responsible for the sense of hearing and the maintenance of balance in the body. It consists of three main parts: the outer ear, the middle ear, and the inner ear. It is an indispensable organ that enables hearing, balance, communication, safety, and the appreciation of sound. Its…