Christmas is a time to reflect, reconnect, and celebrate the blessings that truly matter—health, family, love, and hope. At St. Ives Specialist Hospital, we are deeply grateful for the trust families place in us every day. From pregnancy care and children’s health to women’s health, fertility services, neonatal care, and family medicine, your confidence in […]
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The festive season is filled with excitement, travel, and celebrations. However, it is also a period when hospitals across Lagos see a rise in emergency visits. From food poisoning and road accidents to childbirth complications and flare-ups of chronic illnesses, many health issues tend to occur during holidays. For this reason, following festive health tips
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Harmattan health in Nigeria becomes a major concern every December as cold winds, dry air, and dust affect families across the country and in the diaspora. From irritating coughs and cracked lips to asthma attacks and infections, the harmattan season can seriously impact both children and adults if not properly managed. At St. Ives Specialist
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When we talk about preventive healthcare, the spotlight is often on women — but in reality, men’s health in Nigeria deserves just as much attention. Across Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, and in the diaspora, many men still avoid hospitals until symptoms become severe. This silent habit is costing lives, weakening families, and contributing to preventable
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Building and maintaining family health habits in Nigeria goes beyond eating right or visiting the hospital — it’s about nurturing your mind, strengthening your body, and deepening your bond as a family. In today’s busy world, Nigerian families, both at home and abroad, are realizing that true health means finding balance across these three areas.
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Endometriosis treatment in Lagos is becoming a vital conversation for women facing unexplained pelvic pain, irregular periods, or fertility struggles. Yet, despite its prevalence, many Nigerian women — and those in the diaspora — continue to face misdiagnosis, confusion, and long delays before getting real answers. If you’ve ever been told “it’s just cramps” or
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Infertility is deeply personal, often painful—and when doctors cannot pinpoint a cause, it can feel unfair, confusing, even isolating. Around 20% of infertility cases in Nigeria are classified as unexplained infertility, meaning all standard tests appear normal, yet conception doesn’t happen. If you’re asking questions like “Why is IVF Lagos so expensive?”, “Which are the
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Many women believe that irregular or absent menstrual cycles mean no chance of pregnancy. The truth? It’s not always so. If your cycles are unpredictable, or you don’t menstruate regularly, there are still paths to conceiving—if you know what to do and who to trust. At St. Ives Specialist Hospital, we’ve helped many in Nigeria
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For many couples in Nigeria and the diaspora considering IVF, one question stands out:👉 Should embryos be transferred on Day 3 or Day 5? At St. Ives Specialist Hospital, a trusted IVF hospital in Lagos, we understand that this decision can feel overwhelming. To make it easier, let’s explore the differences and what they mean
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When most people hear “hormonal imbalance,” they immediately think of women. But here’s the truth: men also experience hormonal imbalance, and its effects can be just as serious. From energy levels to fertility, mood, and even sexual health, hormones play a vital role in every man’s wellbeing. Unfortunately, many Nigerian men—and even those in the
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