Tackling the TB Pandemic
In a small village lived a boy named Kofi. Kofi had a persistent cough, fever, and weight loss, and despite being treated by the village herbalist, he remained ill. Kofi's parents, worried about his health, took him to the nearest health centre, where he was diagnosed with tuberculosis (TB). TB is a bacterial infection that […]
Ergonomics: The right office conditions for your health
The alarm went off, and Sarah woke up with a groan. She knew she had to get ready for work, but the pain in her back and neck made it hard to even get out of bed. Sarah had been experiencing this for a while now. But she attributed it to stress and the long […]
Inguinal Hernia: Causes and Treatments
The sharp pain in his groin woke Hassan up from his deep sleep. It was unbearable. He tried to ignore it and returned to sleep, thinking it was just a muscle cramp. However, the pain persisted, and soon he realized it was not just a simple cramp. He immediately sought medical attention and was diagnosed […]
Salt and High Blood Pressure
Pelumi, a 55-year-old mother of two, was in the middle of her morning yoga routine when she suddenly felt dizzy and weak. She couldn't hold her balance and fell to the ground. Her husband rushed her to the hospital, where doctors diagnosed her with high blood pressure. Pelumi had always been health-conscious, followed a balanced […]
Alcohol and your Kidneys
It was a beautiful day, and everything was going as planned for the family of five. The eldest daughter, Ngozi, had just graduated from college with a degree in medicine, and they were all in high spirits. After the ceremony, they celebrated at a restaurant where they had their favourite food, wine, and music. However, […]
Diabetes and your Kidneys
Mrs. Akere had been living with diabetes for over ten years. She always had diligently managed her blood sugar levels, but lately, she had been experiencing some unusual symptoms. She felt fatigued constantly, her appetite had decreased, and she urinated more frequently. She knew these were symptoms of diabetes, but what she didn't realize was […]
Hip pain in Sickle Cell Anaemia
Jade lay on her bed, clutching her right hip in agony. She had been experiencing severe pain in her hip for the past few days, and no amount of painkillers seemed to provide relief. Jade had sickle cell anemia, and it was not her first time experiencing this pain. She knew sickle cell anemia could […]
Scorpion Bites: Types and Treatments
As the sun set on the desert, Amina returned to her home. She was tired and thirsty after a long day at work. Amina took off her shoes and relaxed on the bench, enjoying the cool air. Suddenly, she felt a sharp pain in her foot and screamed in agony. She looked down and saw […]
Food Chemicals and Cancer
Sophie is a 40-year-old mother of two diagnosed with breast cancer last year. She was health-conscious and always ensured her family consumed nutritious food. Sophie was devastated by the news of her diagnosis and couldn't understand how this happened. She had always tried to avoid consuming junk food and other unhealthy foods. However, she didn't […]
Sleep: How much is enough?
A bright and early morning greeted Sarah as she jolted awake to the blaring sound of her alarm clock. She groaned and rubbed her eyes, feeling like she had closed them a moment ago. She had spent the previous night catching up on work and barely had time to crawl into bed before the sun […]