Doctor Advises Heart Health Checks After Toluwanisings' Death

Following the death of gospel singer Toluwanisings from suspected cardiac arrest, Dr Popoola Daniel shared important medical advice regarding heart health. In a video posted on his X page, he emphasized the need for Nigerians to discuss three critical tests with their physicians: cholesterol levels, blood sugar, and blood pressure.

Toluwanisings reportedly collapsed at home, and attempts to resuscitate him were unsuccessful. Dr Daniel recommended a lipid profile test as the first check to measure cholesterol and fats in the blood, advising individuals with elevated cholesterol to follow their doctors' recommendations.

He identified blood sugar testing, specifically glycated haemoglobin (HbA1c), as the second check, highlighting its importance in assessing diabetes risk, which can contribute to cardiovascular disease. Blood pressure testing was named as the third check, with Dr Daniel noting that consistent readings of 130 systolic or 85 diastolic warrant a consultation with a physician, and readings of 150/95 or higher require prompt medical assessment.