Opinion | As China urges couples to have children, reality TV shows tell a different story

Opinion | As China urges couples to have children, reality TV shows tell a different story

For weeks, a married friend has been watching a divorce reality show and telling me how much he wanted these couples to break up. One man was too manipulative, another didn’t appreciate his wife’s contributions and one woman was just needy. I still wondered how a married man could wish for others to get divorced. … Read more

Low family planning uptake, high fertility rate fuelling poor maternal, child health

Low family planning uptake, high fertility rate fuelling poor maternal, child health

Medical experts have raised concerns about Nigeria’s high fertility rates, and low family planning uptake, which continue to contribute to poor maternal and child health outcomes while accelerating rapid population growth. The experts shared these insights on Wednesday at the ongoing Nigeria Family Planning Conference 2024 in Abuja. The conference themed, ‘Sustaining commitments for family … Read more

US Financial Advisers And Lawyers Reveal The Best Age To Write A Will—Here’s Why And How

US Financial Advisers And Lawyers Reveal The Best Age To Write A Will—Here’s Why And How

A will ensures that a person’s wishes are fulfilled to the letter after their passing. Properly drafted and witnessed wills provide the legal framework for distributing wealth to family members, settling debts, arranging specific funeral plans, or deciding the fate of mortal remains. While many begin contemplating wills in middle age, misconceptions remain about their … Read more

Why young couples are going for pre-wedding screening – Firstpost

Why young couples are going for pre-wedding screening – Firstpost

Genetic screening is crucial in identifying potential genetic disorders, enabling couples to make informed decisions about their future. It includes testing for diseases like sickle cell anemia, thalassemia, and cystic fibrosis. read more In many Arab countries, such as the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and Bahrain, premarital genetic screening is mandatory due to the … Read more