When a person with TB is left untreated, s/he spreads the bacteria to about 10-15 more people in a year. If s/he isn’t treated, he dies in two year. Coughing, sneezing, laughing and spitting without covering the mouth releases millions of bacteria which other people may breathe in and get infected. TB can however […]
Hundreds of us are guilty of using soap douching (washing or cleaning the birth canal with water and other mixtures of fluids, soap or perfumes). The birth canal has good bacteria that keep bacteria and infections away. Douching and using soap therefore, upsets the natural balance of good bacteria in the virgina (virginal flora). […]
The common practices that may harm peoples’ health are so many but in this article our health experts and health news desk will bring you a few of them. Ironing and drying underwear indoors are some of the common practices that harm peoples’ health. Many of us are guilty of hanging our undergarments […]
Bad breath makes people cringe whenever you speak. The people suffering from bad breath many times repel their friends. Scientists tell us that the people with bad breath have a nasty case of halitosis. Bad breath, according to experts, scientists and researchers is caused by odor-causing bacteria gorging & producing waste (volatile sulfur compounds) in […]
The best way to relieve hemorrhoids is to consume more fibre and eat a lot of whole grains, raw or lightly cooked fruits and vegetables. Eat beans, nuts, and seeds to allow the stool to pass out more easily. Also drink a glass of clean water every two walking hours. Add prunes or figs […]
Modern medical science and journals shows that coconuts provide a wide range of health benefits. Scientists have discovered that coconut kills viruses that cause influenza, and herpes. It has also been discovered that it kills the viruses that cause measles, hepatitis and other illnesses. Coconuts kill the bacteria that cause ulcers, throat infections, […]
Foot care tips for you. Wash your feet daily and trim your toes and nails because long nails can harbour bacteria which cause infections. Seek medical attention and have wounds treated appropriately in order to avoid hurts on your foot. Check your feet for blisters, cuts, sores, redness or swelling almost everyday. Learn to […]
Causes of amputation (leg cut off) are so many but diabetes is one of the leading causes of amputation of the lower limbs worldwide. While the problems of the foot are the most frequent reason for hospitalisation among patients with diabetes, high blood sugar in diabetes puts stimulates certain cells which eat up the bones. […]