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In this episode of Healthy Living, a look at what causes food poisoning. Dr. Hajar Mamman Nassir of Abuja Nigeria shares some insight on food poisoning and steps to protect yourself against foodborne illnesses. And Australian doctors find a live parasitic worm in a woman's brain. Plus, smart' bandages that can monitor and heal wounds bring relief to patients with diabetes.

Niger, Burkina Faso, Guinea Bissau, Chad, Mali — and just days ago, Gabon. These countries have all experienced military coups. Leaders of the takeovers have cited corruption, deteriorating security, poor leadership and other reasons to defend their actions. On this episode of Our Voices, we ask: What are women’s perspectives on the coups and the best way forward?

If you want to know what’s trending in news, health, sports and lifestyle, then tune in to Africa 54. Airing Monday through Friday, this 30-minute program takes a closer look at the stories Africans are talking about, with reports from VOA correspondents, and interviews with top experts and analysts. Africa 54 also serves viewers with timely information about health, education, business and technology. And for the young and young at heart, Africa 54 provides a daily dose of pop culture, including music, fashion and entertainment.