Craniopharyngioma: What is it and can it be prevented?
Cancer

Craniopharyngioma: What is it and can it be prevented?

“I just read somewhere about Paul's ordeal with craniopharyngioma. I had never heard of such a disea...
Neck pain: When you should be concerned
Other medical conditions

Neck pain: When you should be concerned

“John, you have been complaining about this neck pain for months,” Phillip noted. “I think it's abou...
Hypothyroidism: Underactive thyroid function
Other medical conditions

Hypothyroidism: Underactive thyroid function

“I have not been doing so well, Joe,” Tinuke said. “I have been feeling really tired lately, feeling...
Diabetes and your immune system
Chronic medical conditions

Diabetes and your immune system

Diabetes mellitus has far-reaching effects on the body. Known as a silent killer, diabetes is one of...
Screening for Cervical Cancer
Cancer

Screening for Cervical Cancer

Cervical cancer is one of the most common cancers that affect women worldwide. In Africa, more women...
Understanding Cervical Cancer
Cancer

Understanding Cervical Cancer

The cervix is part of the female reproductive system. It lies at the lower part of the womb (uterus)...
Health Benefits of Intermittent Fasting
Lifestyle and Wellness

Health Benefits of Intermittent Fasting

James has made a fresh New Year’s resolution, and this time, he wants to stick to a healthy diet pla...
The Overactive Thyroid (Hyperthyroidism): All You Need to Know
Other medical conditions

The Overactive Thyroid (Hyperthyroidism): All You Need to Know

“Mrs. Benjamin has just been admitted to the hospital,” the nurse said, speaking to Mr. Benjamin. Mr...
How Obesity affects your child's mental health
Child Health Mental Health

How Obesity affects your child's mental health

Children who are chubby might look super cute but childhood obesity has rapidly become a severe publ...
Thyroid Gland Disorders
Other medical conditions

Thyroid Gland Disorders

The thyroid is a small gland that produces an essential hormone called thyroid hormone. What happens...
Why do I have Blood in my Urine?
Other medical conditions

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...
Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy (BPH): All You Need to Know
Men’s Health

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 so...