Ekiti State journalists have been enjoined to always engage in regular exercise, regular sex, drinking of plenty water and avoid taking alcohol for a healthy living.
Dr. Opeyemi Abioye from Federal Medical Centre Ido, gave the charge during a ‘Health Talk’ organized by NUJ as part of programmes line up to mark 2022 Press Week at the Union’s secretariat , Ado Ekiti on 7th December, 2022.
Dr. Abioye said taking alcohol was inimical to the body, saying journalists should stop taking it. He added that alcohol consumption has no benefit to the body rather it increases tendency of having high blood pressure and damaging organs of the body.
The Doctor added that having sexual intercourse with one’s wife or husband three to four times in a week is good for the body, saying it helps the heart regulate blood and releases endophins which is essential for the body.
The physician who said he was aware of the harculeen task of journalists, however recommended that they socialize and take good care of their health .
Dr Abioye urged journalists to take plenty of water, eat fruits , eat balance diet and regular exercise are natural remedy for different ailments .
The Health team conducted sugar, BP test and medical advice to members of Ekiti State journalists
