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A-Kurkura: A growing danger or cure?

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A-kurkura, or simply kurkura as it is called in many parts of Northern Nigeria, is a popular herbal concoction widely used as traditional medicine. It’s believed to cure fever, rheumatism, general body weakness, and many other ailments.  
The brownish solution, which has a bitter and acidic taste, is packaged in 100ml bottles. It isn’t swallowed; rather, it’s used as a rinsing and gargling mouthwash for at least two to three minutes before being poured out.  
Dr Abba Sagir, a lecturer in the Dep

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