Tremors and their types
What are Tremors? Tremors are involuntary movements, usually more noticeably in the hands. You can have a tremor if you are stressed, anxious, have a low blood sugar, or after taking a large amount of coffee. Tremors can also occur due to brain diseases like Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, brain injury and stroke.
How to avoid injuries in recreationally active adults
Accidents can occur during recreational activities; however, it is important to know how to avoid and manage them.
How exercise helps your heart
The positive relationship between exercise and your heart health cannot be over-emphasized. According to researchers, any amount of exercise you engage in, no matter how long or vigorous, is good for your heart. How does exercise help your heart? – It improves blood flow – Helps to burn unhealthy fat, as this can damage arteries […]
Antibiotics Misuse
Daily in Nigeria, for instance, a case of diarrhea is treated with flagyl, whether or not the diarrhea is caused by bacteria or not; also a bout of cough is “suppressed” by Septrin or Amoxicillin by a concerned parent. What we do not know these actions are doing is weakening these antibiotics, and making them […]
Addiction
Did you know that addiction is a brain disease? Addiction is a a disorder that occurs when people compulsively engage in certain activities in order to achieve a pleasurable feeling, even when it might be harmful to their health. Fighting and overcoming addictions is not an easy journey, but you can try these tips to […]
Overcoming Anxiety Disorders
Living with anxiety disorders can be difficult and overwhelming, but there are ways to overcome them.
Water and its benefits to you
Did you know about all these benefits water has to offer you? Water is super important. Try to get enough water intake daily.
Why do I have Blood in my Urine?
Frank’s yelling woke us up. He was obviously alarmed to see his urine turn red with streaks of blood. We immediately called our doctor, who scheduled an urgent clinic appointment. We just hope it’s nothing serious . Presence of blood in the urine will alarm anyone and raise suspicion of serious health problems. Blood in the […]
Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy (BPH): All You Need to Know
“My Dad has been having trouble urinating in the last few weeks. He rarely urinates freely and on some days he could visit the toilet up to 10 times at night,” Francis told Dr. John. Benign prostatic hypertrophy or hyperplasia (BPH) is a term doctors use to describe an enlargement of the prostate that is not […]
COPD and Heart Failure
“Justin has been admitted into the intensive care unit of the hospital, the doctor said he was having serious trouble breathing and his heart was failing as a result. I hope he survives this and stop smoking” Francesca said looking distraught and exhausted. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and heart failure are two different diseases but […]