Globally, 15 million stroke cases occur annually, with two-thirds in developing countries, and incidence and prevalence are rising. In Africa, the annual incidence is about 316 per 100,000, with a prevalence of 1,460 per 100,000, and stroke is a leading cause of death, with hypertension being the most significant risk Read more…
Imagine waking up one morning and realizing your bones have been silently weakening not because you grew old but from years of quiet neglect and ignorance . There is a disease that rears it’s ugly head without warning , and can only be detected once a fracture occurs. Every year Read more…
Handwashing is one of the easiest, cheapest, and most effective ways to stay healthy. It helps prevent common illnesses such as diarrhea, respiratory infections, colds, flu, and even COVID-19. For children, regular handwashing keeps them strong and reduces school absenteeism due to sickness, while promoting a healthier and more productive Read more…
The Need for Psychological First Aid in Catastrophes and Emergencies: A Call to All Medical Personnel I remember the first time I saw a patient pass away on the ward. The team had done everything possible, yet the patient still died. As soon as we declared the death, we had Read more…
As light is to the world, so are the eyes to the body, for just as light shines to brighten up the earth, without the eyes our bodies are dark. After life itself, the next important thing to enable man carry out his activities is the ability to see, with Read more…
“Where Did I Put My Glasses? Oh, On My Head.”We’ve all had those little lapses such as losing track of keys, mixing up names, or forgetting why we walked into a room. While these moments are perfectly normal, they also highlight how vital memory is in our daily lives. For Read more…
It is essential to understand what the term “first aid” means. First aid refers to the immediate medical assistance or care provided to someone who is injured or suddenly taken ill, before the arrival of professional healthcare providers. It involves simple, often life-saving interventions aimed at stabilizing a person’s condition, Read more…
In many African cultures, preparing for the worst is tantamount to inviting it. Talking about organ donation before a tragedy happens feels like tempting fate. For some, signing up as an organ donor is almost like telling death, “I am ready.” This mindset has kept the conversation about organ donation Read more…
World Breastfeeding Week, observed each year in the first week of August since 1992, is a global initiative that champions breastfeeding as a powerful and essential act of care. In 2018, the World Health Assembly formally recognized this annual celebration as a key strategy for promoting maternal and child health. Read more…
“Children are a gift from the Lord, the fruit of the womb a reward.” – Psalms 127:3. They hold a special place in this world, children beaming with innocence, untamed joy and endless curiosity. But the path to parenthood isn’t always straightforward. Not everyone gets the chance to conceive naturally, Read more…