A swollen thyroid gland is a sign of thyroid dysfunction. Yet many people continue with their daily life carrying the heavy weight on their necks unaware of the possible dangers. But this does not have to be the norm because iodine dysfunction is preventable. In this article, we shall explore why iodine is an important … Continue reading 6 Major Populations at Higher Risk of Iodine Deficiency and the Health Consequences
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6 Strategic Interventions to Combat Vitamin A Deficiency and Prevent Vision Loss
“Eat your carrots” My mother would coax me whenever I left a piece of carrots on my plate, “they are good for your eyesight”. Almost all of us can nostalgically recall those moments. How right were our mums! Though carrots may not cure blindness if you do not have perfect eyesight, vitamins found in this … Continue reading 6 Strategic Interventions to Combat Vitamin A Deficiency and Prevent Vision Loss
3 Coping strategies to minimize the impact of Post-Partum Psychosis (Puerperal Psychosis)
Childbirth is a moment of great hope for a family. Rarely do people prepare for the worst. It is devastating to the family when a mother develops complications following childbirth. Postpartum Psychosis (puerperal psychosis) is one of the most serious mental health conditions that affect women after childbirth. Though described as a rare disease, it … Continue reading 3 Coping strategies to minimize the impact of Post-Partum Psychosis (Puerperal Psychosis)
Food Poisoning? 14 HOME PREVENTIVE MEASURES
photo courtesy of clipart-library.com Food poisoning! Almost every one of us can relate to an incidence of food poisoning. I have had my fair share. However, one incidence remains the most poignant. We had visited my mother upcountry, on our way back, we decided to have lunch in one of the local hotels. That was … Continue reading Food Poisoning? 14 HOME PREVENTIVE MEASURES
Home Accidents and Emergencies: Nosebleeds in Children, Adults, and Pregnant Women
courtesy of istockphoto.com Nosebleed, medically known as epistaxis, is common and frightening as it starts spontaneously in an otherwise healthy individual. Though nose bleeding can be mild and clears without much effort, it can be a herald of underlying medical conditions. In Bridging the Health Gap, we shall look at nosebleeds in children, adults, and pregnant … Continue reading Home Accidents and Emergencies: Nosebleeds in Children, Adults, and Pregnant Women
Bridging Health Gap 