Having a handful of hacks can make that time of the year even more bearable. Period cramp is very common, and normal in fact. A little background, shall we? What Causes Period Cramps? Hormone-like substances called prostaglandins is the reason for period cramps. These substances when released... Continue reading
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Endometriosis (en-doe-me-tree-O-sis) is a gynaecological condition in which cells from the lining of the uterus (endometrium) appear and flourish outside the uterine cavity. Endometriosis most commonly involves your ovaries, fallopian tubes and the tissue lining your pelvis. Rarely, endometrial tissue may spread beyond pelvic organs.... Continue reading
The coronavirus believed to have originated in Wuhan, China and now has infected at least 2,700 people and killed eighty-one. In addition to those within China, cases of the new virus have been reported in eleven other countries. Chinese authorities have responded to the outbreak by locking... Continue reading
Scenario Mum of a healthy 22 month old boy named Toba mentions that her son constantly coughs, especially at night, and finds it difficult to breath through his nostrils, so uses his mouth. He also breaths rapidly, and sometimes makes some whistling sounds when he is asleep. Toba... Continue reading
The first notion to correct would be that autism is not a mental illness. Individuals with autism have brilliant skill sets and have gone on to be really successful authors, poets, physicians, scientists, politicians, composers, philosophers, etc. Autism is a behavioural disorder. Symptoms of Autism Symptoms... Continue reading
It’s not just about looking good when it comes to your teeth. Poor dental hygiene can lead to issues that are much more serious than an unattractive smile. Problems of the mouth (tooth decay, gum disease) can affect the rest of your body, including your... Continue reading
A Brief Introduction In simple terms, diabetes is a metabolic condition that results to high blood sugar. Insulin is a hormone in the body that breaks down sugar and stores it for energy. But what happens in diabetes is that the body does not make... Continue reading
There are tons of information online about breast cancer. While the internet can be a great help, it could also aid the circulation of untrue information and facts. While your family and friends might also be trying to help you by sharing information they know or... Continue reading
Poison Prevention Week is a campaign that is focused on preventing the unintentional and accidental poisoning and exposure to toxic substances, which is achieved by raising awareness and promoting prevention. There is an ever-growing list of substances that exist in our homes that are or... Continue reading
Malaria is endemic in most parts of Africa. Not one West African can say that they have never treated malaria in their life. Nigeria alone accounts for over 25% of all malaria deaths in the world as of 2020. 7 in 10 Nigerians, are at... Continue reading