Nigeria with a population of over 200 million people is one of the countries with highest number of human resources for health in Africa, out of 49 low income countries identified by world bank parameters as having markedly low numbers of nurses and doctors, Nigeria is sixth in position and falls well below the critical […]
Circumcision is the removal of the foreskin from the human penis. In the most common procedure, the foreskin is opened, adhesions are removed, and the foreskin is separated from the glans. After that, a circumcision device may be placed, and then the foreskin is cut off. The relative simplicity of the surgical procedure itself belies the complexity of […]
What is fenugreek? Fenugreek is an herb long used in alternative medicine. It’s a common ingredient in Indian dishes and is often taken as a supplement. Known scientifically as Trigonella foenum-graecum, Fenugreek is a plant that stands around 2–3 feet (60–90 cm) tall. It has green leaves, small white flowers, and pods that contain […]
Colostrum (known colloquially as beestings, bisnings, or first milk) is the first form of milk produced by the mammary glands of mammals (including humans) immediately following the delivery of the newborn. Most species will begin to generate colostrum just prior to giving birth. Because it is a naturally produced substance, Colostrum is highly bio-available (i.e.: […]
Gum boils refers to various types of swelling or tissue overgrowth that occurs in the mouth. Gum boils may be fluid filled or made of solid fibrous gum tissue. Color may appear normal or the gum boil area can appear red and raw. These bumps that look like pimples can become serious when not […]
Losing weight can significantly reduce the risk of diseases associated with being overweight or obese. A crash diet or even post-pregnancy can cause you to lose a lot of weight quickly and result in loose skin and stretch marks. While these skin issues are certainly an eyesore, they are also known to erode self-esteem. So what […]
Monistat-1 is a single dose vaginal cream/tablet used to treat a vaginal yeast infection. The cream is designed to stay within the vagina to work without having to reapply every day for seven days. This combination pack contains a disposable contoured applicator, an Ovule insert with 1200 mg Miconazole Nitrate – the maximum strength dose […]
After a car accident, if you do not have any obvious injuries such as broken bones or burns, you may believe that you are safe and forgo a medical checkup. If that is the case, car accident lawyers Hipskind & McAninch want to remind you that there is nothing more important than your health and […]
What Is Parkinson’s disease (PD)? Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a neurodegenerative disorder that affects predominately dopamine-producing (“dopaminergic”) neurons in a specific area of the brain called substantia nigra. Symptoms generally develop slowly over years. The progression of symptoms is often a bit different from one person to another due to the diversity of the disease. […]
What is a Shatter drug? A shatter drug is an illicit substance that contains a high concentration of tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC, which is the ingredient in marijuana that is responsible for many of the drug’s psychotropic (mind-altering) effects. It’s this chemical that distorts how the mind perceives the world. In other words, it’s what makes […]
