Beyond Period Pain: Understanding Endometriosis and Its Impact on Women’s Health
Have you ever experienced excruciating period pain that feels like your worst nightmare? Well, you’re not alone. Many women around the world face this challenge every month. But what if we told you that there’s more to this pain than meets the eye? If you are a woman who experiences severe menstrual cramps, heavy bleeding, […]
How To Detect Stroke At Home and Signs You Should Know.
A few years ago, a stroke was a medical emergency that only happened to old people. Although people over the age of 55 are still more prone to the condition, today, strokes in younger people are on the rise due to lifestyle habits that increase their risk factors. A stroke happens when the blood supply […]
The Importance and Need For Regular Medical Checkups.
Doctors have come to occupy an important place in our lives today, but unfortunately, lots of people have relegated their importance to a ‘need-to’ basis. This is characterized by a visit to the doctor only on occasions of illness or a breakout of an ailment. According to a National Centre for Health Statistics study, only […]
Pap Smear Tests and Why It’s Important for Women.
A Pap smear, also called a Pap test, is a procedure to screen for cervical cancer in women. It is also a quick and simple way to detect any abnormalities in the cervical cells that suggest cancer may develop in the future. Detecting these abnormal cells early with a Pap smear is the first step […]
Human Papillomavirus (HPV): The Symptoms and Preventions.
Human Papillomavirus or HPV is a common type of sexually transmissible infection (STI), which is contractable through sexual intercourse. HPV is also credited to be a primary cause of cervical cancer, and it is traced to cause other cancers in the vagina, anus, vulva, penis, neck, throat and human head. In Nigeria, the annual recorded […]
Breast Cancer Awareness: She found a lump in her breast at 19.
Every year, October is a month set aside by the World Health Organization (WHO) to encourage and raise more awareness globally about Breast Cancer. Breast Cancer is the leading type of cancer among women worldwide. According to WHO, 2.3 million women were diagnosed with breast cancer in 2020. And 685,000 deaths were recorded making it […]
7 Important Diagnostic Tests Every Adult Should Take.
Regular diagnostic tests are vital to your well-being and should be scheduled with your doctor at least once a year. The human body goes through changes during our lifetime, It is your duty to take care of your body- body parts and your vital organs, for longevity. The changes that occur inwardly- your digestive and […]
