Diabetes is one of the major causes of blindness, kidney failure, heart attacks, stroke, and lower limb amputation. Worldwide, the number of people with diabetes is increasing. Below we answer some questions. What is diabetes and are what are the types?The sugar in our blood is regulated by insulin. When.......
The number of children, who are overweight, is increasing, worldwide. Overweight and obesity during childhood puts a child at a greater risk of type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, asthma and other respiratory problems, sleep disorders, liver disease, noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), premature death and disability in adulthood. And during childhood,.......
Stunting refers to a condition where a child is short for their age. Stunting is associated with poor cognitive and physical development, reduced productive capacity and poor health, and an increased risk of diseases such as diabetes, when the child grows. What causes stunting in children?Poor maternal nutritional and health.......
Hypertension or raised blood pressure is one of the major risk factors of heart, brain, kidney, and other diseases. Worldwide, the number of people with hypertension is increasing but about half of these people do not know. Below we answer some questions. What is hypertension?Hypertension is when blood pressure is.......
Anaemia is a condition where haemoglobin concentration in the red blood cell is below acceptable values, limiting oxygen supply from the lungs to the rest of the body. Anaemia is a risk factor of maternal and child mortality, poor birth outcomes and can affect cognitive and physical development in children.......
Due to biological and gender-related differences, impact on health can differ for men and women. Below, we share five of the key issues that women should pay attention to stay healthier. Anaemia: Anaemia is a condition where haemoglobin concentration in the red blood cell is below acceptable values, limiting oxygen.......
Three things can happen in every sports tournament or season – Your team may win, lose or draw. Whatever happens, these outcomes bring with them anxiety, excitement, headaches, or stress, all of which may negatively affect your health. Here are tips to make sure you stay healthy throughout a sports.......
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