IVF is a form of assisted reproductive technology where the gamate (Egg and sperm) are retrieved and brought together to form the embryo outside of the body, incubated in the Lab and subsequently transferred into the womb.
1: Measure and watch your weight often. Keeping track of your body weight on a daily, weekly basis, helps you see when you are gaining some weight 2: Limit unhealthy food and eat more healthy meals (. Do not forget to eat breakfast, eat foods rich in protein, fiber, less fat, sugar, and calories. Get […]
Introductions Immunization is a global health and development success story, saving millions of lives every year. According to research immunization currently prevents 3.5-5 million death every year from diseases like diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, influenza, and measles. It is one of the most impactful and cost-effective public health interventions available, averting over 4 million deaths every […]
Endometriosis Awareness Month takes place every year in March. It aims to raise awareness about this chronic condition. What is Endometriosis? Endometriosis is a chronic condition where tissue similar to that of the lining of the uterus (endometrium), grows or implants outside of the uterus, most commonly in the pelvic cavity, such as ovaries and […]
Going through pregnancy, labor, and successful delivery is one of life’s many blessings. An exciting and memorable day of your life that you won’t forget in a hurry. Now that you are ready to go home and begin life with your baby, taking care of your child with the utmost hygiene is very important because […]
Breast Cancer Awareness Month (BCAM) is celebrated every October since the nineties. It is called “Pink October” as people around the world adopt the pink colour and display a pink ribbon to raise awareness about breast health and the importance of screening for the early diagnosis of breast cancer. WHAT IS CANCER? An abnormal, […]
Antibiotics have transformed the practice of medicine, making once lethal infections readily treatable and making other medical advances, like cancer chemotherapy and organ transplants, possible. Prompt initiation of antibiotics to treat infections reduces morbidity and saves lives, for example, in cases of sepsis. However, about 30% of all antibiotics prescribed in acute care hospitals are […]
THEME: Medication Without Harm According to the National Library of Medicine, Patient safety is defined as the prevention of harm to patients. This emphasizes the system of care delivery that prevents errors; learns from the errors that do occur; and is built on a culture of safety that involves health care professionals, organizations, and patients. […]
MONKEYPOX Monkeypox is an illness caused by the monkeypox virus. It is part of the same family of viruses known as variola virus, the virus that causes smallpox. With the eradication of smallpox, monkeypox has emerged as the most important orthopoxvirus for public health. NATURAL HOST OF MONKEYPOX Mostly occurring in Central and West Africa, […]
INTERNATIONAL DAY AGAINST DRUG/SUBSTANCE ABUSE AND ILLICIT TRAFFICKING (JUNE 26) Drug abuse refers to the use of drugs only (not alcohol), illegal drugs, prescription drugs, over the counter drugs, in excessive amounts, for the purpose of creating/achieving pleasure effects on the brain. Substance abuse refers to excessive use of psychoactive drugs such as alcohol, pain […]