Introduction Migraine is a type of headache that causes mild to severe pain occurring in one side of the head. These usually occur when you are experiencing any trigger that can cause your migraine. When you know exactly the cause of your migraine, you are half way to managing and avoiding it. The best way … Read more
Although modern technology is fast transforming medical practice into a state that is easily accessible to everyone, it can never defend you from the troubles caused by an unhealthy lifestyle. Instead of living a careless life expecting to get a modern medical intervention for every trouble, it is much better to live in a way … Read more
Fiber is a well-known word in dietary circles. You must have come across the word in health/fitness articles centered on food. This article is about this food substance; what it is, what class of food it is, its essence in our daily diets, the food types that contain it and what happens to a body … Read more
Lassa fever has become one of the endemic viral sicknesses in parts of West African countries such as Sierra Leone, Liberia, Guinea and Nigeria. It is zoonotic meaning it is an animal-borne illness or can spread from animals to humans. Its risk has further extended to Neighboring nations as the organism that transmit Lassa virus, the “multimammate rodent” … Read more
Hemorrhoids, which are popularly known as piles, are an amazingly common anorectal conditions and yet seldomly discussed. Pathologically, Hemorrhoids are the abnormal distal displacement of the anal cushions that results in dilatation of anal veins. It is characterized by the symptomatic enlargement and downward displacement of the normal anal support and protective systems. This medical condition is … Read more
Since modern history, cancer has gradually but steadily climbed the list of mankind’s deadliest killers. Cancer is so feared that being diagnosed with it is akin to a death sentence with a clock attached to it. Cancer has claimed millions of lives to date and though certain types of cancer are curable, it is extremely … Read more
One might wonder why there is a sudden urge to scratch your skin as soon as you step out of the shower. One might also wonder what to do to stop this unpleasant sensation and might even dread his or her daily visits to the bathroom altogether. To be able to deal with an itchy … Read more
Yoga is an exercise routine that blesses its practitioner with many benefits; ranging from stress relief, DNA reprogramming to improved digestion and weight loss. The best part is that it doesn’t end there. It is now common knowledge that yoga improves sexual health. So, if you are hoping to have the perfect sex life, it … Read more
General overview GIT ulcers of recent have become one of the commonest diseases affecting both old and young. These are ulcers that affect organs of the digestive tract i.e. mouth, esophagus, stomach, small and large intestine. They are popularly known as peptic ulcers because they describe ulcerative disorders that affect upper gastrointestinal tract. Peptic ulcers as a … Read more
A lot of researchers have been exploring the effects of taking certain foods on the immune system functions. A report on staitstimes says that World Health Organisation director-general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus recently was advicing on the need to enhance your body protective mechanisms. He outlined four major ways to boost your immune system and stay … Read more