What is Pneumonia? Pneumonia is a form of acute respiratory infection that affects the lungs. The lungs are made up of small sacs called alveoli, which fill with air when a healthy person breathes. When an individual has pneumonia, the alveoli are filled with pus and fluid, which makes breathing painful and limits oxygen intake. […]
What is influenza? Seasonal influenza is a contagious respiratory disease caused by an influenza virus. It is not the same as a common cold. Influenza is characterized by a sudden onset of fever, cough (usually dry), headache, muscle and joint pain, severe malaise (feeling unwell), a sore throat and a runny nose. The cough can […]
Following the death of over 4 dozen people in South Korea after receiving their seasonal flu shots, more people are increasingly interested in flu shots side effects in the 2020/2021 season. This comes after 59 people died after receiving flu shots, and Singapore suspended two of the vaccines as a precaution. Researchers are currently scrambling […]
Cranberries are small, tart, bright-red berries that are a popular treat, especially during the holiday season. They’re packed with antioxidants and provide many health benefits. Cranberry pills, which are made from dried, powdered cranberries, offer an easy way to enjoy these benefits without having to eat cranberries every day. Cranberry is native to northeastern and […]
Alomo Bitters is a popular herbal based alcoholic drink produced in Ghana by Kasapreko. It is popular not only in Ghana but also in Nigeria, Togo, Ivory Coast, South Africa and Burkina Faso. Its popularity has led to a lot of counterfeit production. Alomo Bitters is made from selected tropical plant extracts which forms part […]
STAR Lager is a Nigerian beer produced by Nigerian Breweries. The beer is made from Ingredients which include; water, malted barley, malted sorghum, sucrose, and hops. This beer is one of the most popular drinks in the country which currently ranks 27th globally in respect of adults alcohol drinking (age 15+) in liters per year, […]
The World Health Organization (WHO) defines abortion as pregnancy termination prior to 20 weeks gestation or a fetus born weighing less than 500g. Despite this, definitions vary widely according to state laws. Abortions are safe when they are carried out with a method that is recommended by WHO and that is appropriate to the pregnancy […]
Zolpidem, sold under the brand name Ambien, among others, is a medication primarily used for the short-term treatment of sleeping problems. Guidelines recommend that it be used only after cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia and behavioral changes, such as sleep hygiene, have been tried. Ambien is a controlled, prescription drug which means on-line sales of […]
Oxycodone, sold under the brand name OxyContin among others, is an opioid medication used for the treatment of moderate to severe pain, and a common drug of abuse. It is usually taken by mouth and is available in immediate-release and controlled-release formulations. Modifications of the promotion and marketing of controlled drugs by the pharmaceutical industry […]
A calorie is a unit of energy. In nutrition, calories refer to the energy people get from the food and drink they consume, and the energy they use in physical activity. Calories are listed in the nutritional information on all food packaging. Many weight loss programs center around reducing the intake of calories. Fast […]
