Hospital Patient Challenges Anti-Malaria Fruit Myth in Viral Video

A young woman in Owerri, Nigeria, recently sparked a debate on social media after questioning the widespread belief that one should avoid fruit while taking anti-malaria medication. In a short video filmed from her hospital bed, she eats an apple and drinks water, openly challenging the common advice. "I don't know if that is true," she says, directly addressing the camera. The video, which has garnered 545 views in less than 24 hours, has ignited a conversation among viewers, raising questions about the accuracy of widely held health beliefs and the role of social media in disseminating health information. While the video itself does not provide definitive answers, it highlights the need for accurate and reliable health information.