Close to 4 million young people are living with HIV globally. (UNAIDS) What makes young people more vulnerable to HIV infection? Only 31.5% young people have correct knowledge about HIV transmission Unprotected sex is the most common cause of HIV infection among young people, followed by sharing of infected needles.Young girls and women are […]
1. Glaucoma is the second leading cause of blindness globally according to the WHO. 2. Glaucoma causes an irreversible damage to the optic nerve. 3. There is no cure (yet) for Glaucoma 4. There may be no symptoms to warn you 5. Elevated eye pressure is a major risk factor for Glaucoma 6.Glaucoma is a […]
Usually referred to as bad breath, halitosis is a common complaint in the adult population and can be a significant social problem. It may however affect people of all ages. It is characterized by unpleasant breath of air emanating consistently from the mouth. In extreme cases, affected individuals lose self-confidence and become social isolates. The […]
This is due to a genetic defect they suffer the result of which is the inability of their bodies to manufacture in appreciable quantities, certain soluble FACTORS in blood called CLOTTING factors, which are responsible for ensuring that we do not bleed out following an injury like a cut. Commonly, sufferers bleed into enclosed spaces […]
Many people who require vision correction prefer the use of contact lenses because it affords them flexibility and convenience. Contact lenses however carry a risk of eye infection through poor hygiene. The best way to avoid infection is to adhere to the instructions given by your eye care professional. Contact lenses come in various types, […]
Guava is a tropical fruit with a unique flavor and rich nutritional profile. Its outer skin is usually light green, yellow or maroon when ripe. The soft sweet pulp of guava is either white or maroon with small hard seeds encased within it. Considering its health promoting benefits, guavas can be considered as a “super […]
I have three male kids myself. It’s a joy watching them go through their rather hectic and hearts in mouth play activities daily. They become even more daring as the years role by. No day passes without a fall, separating a fighting pair, consoling the one at the receiving end of a smack from the […]
Improved general health and wellness are among of the benefits healthy eating guarantees. Below are a few guidelines to aid in your healthy eating journey: 1. Eat breakfast – Starting the day with a healthy breakfast is the best gift to give your body. After long hours of fast (during sleep) your body needs a […]
Boys! Who doesn’t love them? They are daring, adventurous creations who bring life to most homes. Their absence is so strongly felt when they are away from home. Yet they are almost a nuisance especially as toddlers and adolescents. Madam AP has five of them at all the interesting periods of development. She was almost […]
Many people who require vision correction prefer the use of contact lenses because it affords them flexibility and convenience. Contact lenses however carry a risk of eye infection through poor hygiene. The best way to avoid infection is to adhere to the instructions given by your eye care professional. Contact lenses come in various types, […]
