We have all heard weird stories of doctors leaving surgical instruments inside patients, wrongful amputation of limbs, and accidental removal of normal organs. Much as we would have loved to debunk these tales, unfortunately there are documented evidences of such...
Injury, also known as physical trauma, is a damage to the body caused by an external force – accidents, falls, hits, weapons, and other causes. An accident is an incident that happens unexpectedly and unintentionally, resulting to damage or injury. They are...
Asthma is a disease in which the airways narrow, swell and produce extra mucus. This makes breathing difficult and triggers coughing, wheezing and shortness of breath. The World Health Organization estimates that 235 million people suffer from asthma all over the...
Cervical cancer is a type of cancer that occurs in the cells of the cervix; the lower part of the uterus that connects to the vagina. In 2015, the World Health Organisation explained that approximately 90% the 270,000 deaths from cervical cancer occurred in low and...
According to the World Health Organization, these are four things that you can do today, to make your diet healthier and reduce your risk of developing certain diseases. These tips include: Eat a variety of food Eat plenty of vegetables and fruit Eat moderate amounts...
Lung cancer is a group of cancers that starts in and primarily affects the lungs. Cancers are the second leading cause of death globally. Of all the cancers, lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths among both men and women. It claims more lives each year...
