Our Medical Blog
Why Young Nigerians Are Suddenly Having Heart Attacks?
The Alarming Trend We Can't Ignore In recent years, an unsettling trend has taken root in Nigeria’s health landscape: young, seemingly healthy people are dying from sudden heart attacks. Social media posts mourning vibrant 30-year-olds, fit 40-year-olds, and even...
Patient Success Stories from LECC’s Endocrinology Clinic
When Hope Feels Far Away A diagnosis like diabetes or a hormonal disorder can feel like a life sentence. Many patients arrive at our Endocrinology Clinic feeling overwhelmed, scared, or even defeated. But at Lagos Executive Cardiovascular Centre (LECC), we believe...
Sleep and Your Heart: The Hidden Connection You Didn’t Know About
“I thought I was just tired. I didn’t realize my heart was, too.” A lot of people think of sleep as a luxury. Something you catch up on over the weekend or squeeze in between responsibilities. In Lagos, where the hustle is real and the traffic never ends, most adults...
When the Brain Sends a Cry for Help: Why Seeing a Neurologist Could Save Your Life
“I Just Thought It Was Stress…” That’s what 39-year-old Bisi said when she came into our neurology clinic. For months, she had been experiencing severe headaches, occasional blurred vision, and moments of confusion. She chalked it up to stress, working long hours, and...
Stroke Isn’t the End: One Man’s Journey and What You Can Learn From It
When 56-year-old Mr. Adeolu slumped one morning in his kitchen, his wife thought he had tripped. It wasn't until she noticed his slurred speech and the way the right side of his face drooped that she realized something was deeply wrong. They rushed to the hospital and...
When Every Second Counts: A Parent’s Guide to Emergency Response for Children
Every parent knows the fear, the sound of a sudden fall, the silence after a choking cough, the sharp cry of pain that stops you in your tracks. In those moments, time seems to pause and your heart races faster than your thoughts. At LECC, we see these moments daily,...
Breathe Easy: Understanding Pulmonology and Lung Health at LECC
Your lungs are the lifeline of your body. With every breath, they bring in oxygen and remove carbon dioxide, fueling all your vital organs. But when something goes wrong in the respiratory system, whether it’s asthma, chronic cough, pneumonia, or chronic obstructive...
Inside the World Heart Summit 2025: What It Means for the Future of Cardiovascular Care
On May 17–18, global leaders in heart health gathered in Geneva, Switzerland for the World Heart Summit 2025 — a forum organized by the World Heart Federation. The event brought together clinicians, policymakers, researchers, and advocates with one shared mission: to...
Understanding Anemia: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Understanding Anemia: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options Anemia is a condition that occurs when your blood lacks enough healthy red blood cells or hemoglobin to carry adequate oxygen to your body’s tissues. This can result in symptoms like fatigue, weakness, and...