HEALTH

Monkeypox, now officially known as Mpox, is a zoonotic viral infection that can spread from animals to humans and from person to person. First identified in 1958 among laboratory monkeys, this virus shares similarities with smallpox, another member of the Orthopoxvirus genus. However, Mpox typically causes a milder illness with …

Your immune system is a great warrior that fights viruses and bacteria. It is a natural way to avoid infections and improve your health. Maintaining a steady immune system can be challenging when modern life is fast-paced and stressful. The good thing is that there are natural ways to strengthen …

Have you ever stared at the ceiling for hours, willing sleep to come? If so, you’re not alone. Insomnia, the frustrating inability to fall asleep or stay asleep for long enough to feel rested, is a common problem plaguing millions of adults worldwide. While an occasional sleepless night due to …

Imagine a chronic illness silently lurking in your body, a thief stealing your energy, a ticking time bomb threatening your very organs. This isn’t a scene from a dystopian novel; it’s the reality for millions living with diabetes. Often dismissed as a manageable inconvenience, diabetes is a far more insidious …

Anxiety – it’s a feeling we all know. That knot in your stomach before a big presentation, the butterflies fluttering before a first date, the worry that keeps you up at night after a fight with a loved one. These are all normal experiences. They’re our body’s natural response to …

You spend hundreds and even thousands of dollars on therapy to improve your health every year, which is good. But have you ever paused to find out that you can have the same or even better results by just changing a few lifestyle habits? It goes without saying, what you …

By Cheryl Ann Roberts, Dental Nurse Practitioner. The children are once again on their two month school vacation. Choosing healthy snacks for these energetic children can be a bit daunting for many parents. This installment of our Children’s Oral Health Part 3 – “Keeping It Simple Series (KISS)” focusses on …

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), or an enlarged prostate, is a common condition affecting many men as they age. The standard treatment often involves daily medications to manage symptoms. However, these medications can sometimes come with side effects or may not be suitable for everyone. Fortunately, there are alternative treatments available …

Not a lot of people take care of their skin. Something important you should note is that the skin is the largest organ, so you need to take care of it well if you want to look healthy, beautiful and make your skin glow. Although most people understand this, they …

By Edrian Blasquino. Ah, the joy of summer! That’s what the season is usually associated with. Sunshine, outdoor fun, shared laughter with your family and friends—just a good time overall. But for some, the season can bring unexpected bouts of sadness. This phenomenon, often referred to as “summertime sadness”, can …