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Eating a low-fat, plant-based diet may help give the immune system a boost. The immune system relies on white blood cells that produce antibodies to combat bacteria, viruses, and other invaders. Vegetarians have been shown to have more effective white blood cells when compared to nonvegetarians, due to a high intake of vitamins and low intake of fat.1 Eating a low-fat diet may also be protective. Studies have shown that limiting dietary fat helps strengthen immune defenses. Research also show...
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Sweet and juicy to taste, oranges are popular all over the world. Belonging to a group of citrus fruits called hesperedium, oranges have more health benefits than one. Here are the top 10 health benefits of the fruit. 1. Boosts your immunity Oranges also contain thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, vitamin B-6, folate, pantothenic acid, phosphorus, magnesium, manganese, selenium and copper. Because of their high vitamin C content (over twice the daily need) oranges are associated with boosting the...
Some research suggests that people with conditions that affect the esophagus, or food pipe, such as achalasia, should avoid drinking cold water. Achalasia is a rare condition that can make swallowing food and drink difficult. A 2012 study found that,drinking cold water worsened symptoms in people with achalasia. However, when participants drank hot water, it helped soothe and relax the food pipe, making food and drink easier to swallow. One 2012 study involving 334womenTrusted Sou...
Some research suggests that people with conditions that affect the esophagus, or food pipe, such as achalasia, should avoid drinking cold water. Achalasia is a rare condition that can make swallowing food and drink difficult. A 2012 study found that drinking cold water worsened symptoms in people with achalasia. However, when participants drank hot water, it helped soothe and relax the food pipe, making food and drink easier to swallow. One 2001 study involving 669 womenTrusted Source sugg...
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Not only is it a tasty and popular beverage choice in Africa, Asia and the Caribbean, it also poses major health benefits, from increased eye health with thanks to the Vitamin C content, and the prevention of cancer cells with the presence of riboflavin (B2). 3. Construction & Crafts Palm trees are regularly used as constructive building material for house walls, rafters and roofing. The fibrous wood is pulled apart and woven together to produce thatch for roof coverings, and logs for ...
There are many health benefits of owning a pet. They can increase opportunities to exercise, get outside, and socialize. Regular walking or playing with pets can decrease blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and triglyceride levels. Pets can help manage loneliness and depression by giving us companionship. Most households in the United States have at least one pet. Studies have shown that the bond between people and their pets is linked to several health benefits, including: Decreased bloo...
There are many health benefits of owning a pet. They can increase opportunities to exercise, get outside, and socialize. Regular walking or playing with pets can decrease blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and triglyceride levels. Pets can help manage loneliness and depression by giving us companionship. Most households in the United States have at least one pet. Studies have shown that the bond between people and their pets is linked to several health benefits, including: Decreased bloo...
In Europe, malaria chemoprophylaxis is only for travellers to malaria endemic countries, which are classified in three (or four) groups, to determine which drug is recommended for chemoprophylaxis. The choice of drugs depends on the travel destination, the duration of potential exposure to vectors, parasite resistance pattern, level and seasonality of transmission, age and pregnancy. In endemic countries, chemoprophylaxis could also be recommended for autochthonous young children and pregnant wo...
The main message emerging from this new comprehensive global assessment is that premature death and disease can be prevented through healthier environments – and to a significant degree. Analysing the latest data on the environment-disease nexus and the devastating impact of environmental hazards and risks on global health, backed up by expert opinion, this report covers more than 100 diseases and injuries. The updated analysis for the year 2016 (results can be downloaded below under ...
The Biden administration is shipping 11 million vaccines doses abroad today with 9 million going to Africa and another 2 million to other countries around the world, White House Covid-19 response coordinator Jeff Zients will announce in today’s Covid-19 response team briefing, according to remarks obtained by CNN. It follows President Biden’s announcement Thursday that the administration will send more than 200 million doses abroad in 100 days, accelerating delivery to high-risk...
Bathing twice a day (in the morning and the evening has a lot of scientifically proven benefits for your body health 1. Help improve your heart health: Taking a lukewarm bath makes your heart beat faster, thus giving it a healthy workout. Although, you should avoid bathing using hot water as it causes some strains on your heart. 2. Help you to breathe easier: If you immerse yourself in water past your chest, then your oxygen intake by your lungs is significantly influenced. It is also vita...
The beautiful ones are not yet born but those who are already born can be so beautiful than those mystery people. All what we need to do is to take care of our body. The most important things we should do to take care of the body is to abide by the following means and measures. 1: Bath 2: Brushing of teeth 3: Dress like a man or a woman 4. Becareful of your choice of pomade that you use. 5: Use a little bit of salt with the addition of water to clean up your face. Note: We must bath two...
T,cells, B cells, and antibodies also play an important role in creating immunological memory: the ability of the immune system to store information about a specific pathogen in preparation for future attacks by the same pathogen. Immunological memory is an important concept for the creation of vaccines, which fundamentally work by triggering an initial immune response that creates immunological memory without creating disease. So when an individual encounters the “real†pathogen, th...
The cliché; ‘that is the law’, has given our ‘big men’ the access to operate a system that tends to suffocate the very people that need help to start life as beginners. Laid down procedures to genuinely start a business in Ghana as a youth costs about half your startup capital if not more, but there is no excuse to be idle. This article tends to concentrate on the Health System and its regulators in Ghana. Undoubtedly, the Allied Health Professions Council (AHPC) ...
Constipation occurs when a person has difficulty emptying the large bowel or passing out stool(Feces). Research shows that, almost every individual may experience constipation in their lifetime. Constipation can happen for many reasons, such as when stool passes through the colon too slowly,Eating foods low in fiber, drinking little or less water ,lack of exercise, Taking large amounts of milk, cheese or red meat,Stress and also resisting the urge to have a bowel movement. One may be constip...
Incredible health benefits of Grapes Grapes have been cultivated for thousands of years and have been revered by several ancient civilizations for their use in winemaking. Grapes are grown in temperate climates across the world, including Southern Europe, Africa, Australia and North and South America. Grapes offer a wealth of health benefits due to their high nutrient and antioxidant contents. Here are the 4 health benefits of eating grapes: 1. Grapes provide anti-ageing antioxidants:...
The research and results from Ghana health services says that, we must eat more friuts so it can boost our immune system. This is true because, when it comes to our lives, fruits help our system to grow stronger and also fights some common diseases. For instance, eating more fruits will go a long way to boost our immune system thereby helping the body fight against certain viral diseases. Some fruits that will help maintain the growth of our body are; pawpaw , orange, banana, pineapple and m...
The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has made it publicly known that three more lives have been lost in the country's fight against the COVID-19 pandemic taking the death toll to 1,172 since March last year. According to the health authority, about 72 new cases were recorded, bringing the total confirmed COVID-19 cases to 129,948. A total of 126,813 people have either recovered or been discharged from treatment facilities. It said the Greater Accra Region has the largest number of active ...
Ghana receives 1.5 million Doses of COVID-19 Vaccines from the German Government. Ghana has received 1.5 million doses of COVID-19 vaccination from the German government. The vaccines landed in Ghana on September 26, 2021 onboard a special cargo jet from DHL. The German Ambassador to Ghana, Daniel Krull handed the vaccines to the Deputy Minister of Health, Hon. Alhaji Mahama Asei Seini at the Kotoka International Airport. Dr. Patrick Kuma-Aboagye, the Director General of GHS, and Dr. Kwame A...
A hug is a form of endearment, universal in human communities, in which two or more people put their arms around the neck, back, or waist of one another and hold each other closely. If more than two people are involved, it may be referred to as a group hug. The origins of the word are unknown, but two theories exist. The first is that the verb "hug" (first used in the 1560s) could be related to the Old Norse word hugga, which meant to comfort. The second theory is that the word is rel...
African health officials are optimistic that the world’s first malaria vaccine endorsed by the World Health Organization will “dramatically change†the way the continent of 1.3 billion people fights the disease. The new malaria vaccine is “a game-changer†in combating the disease which accounts for hundreds of thousands of deaths The WHO endorsed the vaccine on Wednesday based largely on clinical trials carried out in three African countries-Ghana, Keny...
1. Make your food arrangement daily: Practicing supper preparing is being viewed as a successful tip for following a solid and adjusted eating regimen. Preferably, it is finished by arranging seven days' supper plan. Yet, on the off chance that that appears to be hard to you since you as of now in the midst of the battles of getting thinner as a novice, then, at that point just arrange your following day's supper daily ahead of time. 2. Zero in on proteins and fats for breakfast an...
Introduction Age is one of the most important risk factors in the development of prediabetes and type 2 diabetes [1]. A visible growth in of population of elderly people has been observed around the world for sedveral decades, and it is estimated that this trend will continue. Pathophysiology The process of aging of the human body leads to impairment of energy homeostasis and abnormalities in carbohydrate metabolism. The most important causes of hyperglycaemia are thought to be deficiency ...
Prevention measures Prevention of malaria is currently based on two complementary methods: chemoprophylaxis and protection against mosquito bites. While several malaria vaccines are under development, none is available yet. Chemoprophylaxis In Europe, malaria chemoprophylaxis is only for travellers to malaria endemic countries, which are classified in three (or four) groups, to determine which drug is recommended for chemoprophylaxis. The choice of drugs depends on the travel destination, t...
It's simple to care for yourself Observe the dos and Don'ts 1. MAINTAIN A HEALTHY WEIGHT Integrate physical activity and movement into your life. Eat a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Choose smaller portions and eat more slowly. 2. EXERCISE REGULARLY Choose activities you enjoy. Many things count as exercise, including walking, gardening, and dancing. Make exercise a habit by setting aside the same time for it each day. Try going to the gym at lunchtime or tak...
Four physical Causes of Erectile dysfunction Erectile dysfunction comes with varied causes. We have causes such as the physical Causes and emotional causes among others. In this article, we are looking at four physical Causes in other to see how we can live our lives without being affected. â–ª If there is not enough blood flows into the penis. The erection of the penis is based on effective blood flow into the penis without any hindrance. Many health issues can reduce blood flow i...
Hello again. Sorry, I took some time. I was ill. But today I will talk about something else! You know what? It seems like every time there’s some new insight about this Mr. COVID o. It's one year into this pandemic, yet we’re still having much to learn about this virus and its long-term effects. More researches are going on, trying to find more on the repercussions of the virus on our whole body, and also on men’s sexual and reproductive health. Researchers say tha...
Siamese twins separated at Korle-Bu in 1999 reunite with lead Surgeon after 22 years Ghana in 1999 performed a breakthrough surgery on Siamese twins at the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital in Accra. The twins were joined from the lower portion of their chest and abdomen and shared a common liver as well as other vital organs. The Lead Surgeon for the four and half-hour’ surgery now 82-year-old Dr. Winfred Mensah Hodasi, explained that separating Siamese twins is a risky venture as it can ...
Kissing is very essential when it comes to the health of people. Kissing, although beneficial, but can also be a medium for the transmission of viruses and bacteria that cause diseases. Bacteria and viruses present in the saliva or blood of one person can spread to another through kissing. Below are some diseases that can be transmitted through kissing. Cold: They are spread by direct contact with the virus. Kissing an infected person results in direct contact with the secretions of his nose...
Orange is a type of fruit that contains acid. The type of acid contained in orange is particularly, Citric acid. Although, there is a saying that, too much of everything is bad of which orange is not an exception. However, it plays an important role in the immune system of humans. Some benefits of Oranges are : 1. It strengthens the immune system to fight against diseases: Orange juice has the ability to fight against viruses which causes threats to the immune system. 2. Orange serves as ro...
Hello lovely friends! What will You need to start growing that beautiful penis? You’ll need one or two things to get started... First, you’ll need a cloth measuring tape. You can purchase one cheap one at any health and fitness store. Second, for the most accurate measurement, you’ll need a basic ruler for measuring you penis length. You can still use a cloth measuring tape as well, it's just that it won’t be as accurate. Accurate is key! ...
Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by a type of bacteria known as Treponema pallidum. Syphilis is most likely to spread during oral, anal, or vaginal sexual activity. People rarely pass the bacteria on through kissing. The first sign of syphilis is a small, painless sore. It can appear on the sexual organs, rectum, or inside the mouth. This sore is called a chancre. People often fail to notice it right away. Syphilis can be challenging to diagnose. One can have i...
Why are we focused on penis sizes? Well only that way will you measure your penis to have an idea what kind of goal you want to set for yourself — a goal that will allow you to have the ability to hit all of these “hot spots†during sex. Remember that 95% of all men are capable of making substantial gains. Most men can get a very satisfying size, even ideal sizes — but that really depends on how badly you want it. It depends on you and how consistently you follow my...
Unlike what many women may claim, size DOES matter! Can anyone say for sure why some women say it doesn’t matter? Maybe they don’t want to upset men by being honest about it. Or maybe they lie to themselves because their partner doesn’t satisfy them and are in denial. Who knows for sure, but the fact is, size is important. This does not mean to say that bigger is better, for there is such a thing as too big just as there is such a thing as too small. 1. Anticipatory ...
After every marriage ceremony, what is always expected from couples is to give birth. There are ways women can increase their chances of getting pregnant quickly. If you are eager to get pregnant, there are a few steps you can take to make it more effective. Below are 5 ways you can increase your chances of getting pregnant, fast! 1.Get a preconception checkup: Before you officially start trying, get a checkup. Ask your doctor about prenatal vitamins that have folic acid, which helps protec...
Many people are so focused on covid these days yet other diseases in the health care system are still alarming. People are dying to other sickness too. Take for instance cancer, many people are diagnosed daily. What causes cancer? Why do so many people have cancers in gh? This brings us to plastics! The use of plastics for hot food is carcinogenic. Today, many people have come to the realisation that plastic is bad for food, yet many forget that on a very hot day, our source of water is so hot f...
Digestion is a famous subject of discussion in the realm of wellbeing. We have all probably heard that to lose or keep up with weight, we need to focus on our metabolic rate. In any case, what is digestion precisely, and how might we ensure we eat food sources that help it? Digestion is basically the interaction of our bodies changing over the food we eat into energy. At the point when we have a more slow digestion, we might encounter things like weight gain, exhaustion, or dry skin. There a...
Hypertension, also known as high or raised blood pressure, is a condition in which the blood vessels have persistently raised pressure. Blood is carried from the heart to all parts of the body in the vessels. Each time the heart beats, it pumps blood into the vessels. Blood pressure is created by the force of blood pushing against the walls of blood vessels (arteries) as it is pumped by the heart. The higher the pressure, the harder the heart has to pump. Hypertension is a serious medical co...
Genital warts are sexually transmitted infection. They are soft grows on the genitals in both men and women caused by type 6 and 11 strains of Human papillomavirus(HPV). You are not alone if you have genital warts because it is very common. HPV which causes genital warts is not curable but the genital warts can be treated. Genital warts are harmless and they can go away on their own but it may take weeks, months or even years. It is not comfortable seeing warts on your genital and so you'll ...
The pelvis is a group of bones located at the lower part of the torso. It’s mainly located between the abdomen and the legs. This area contains the bladder and the reproductive organs and it also gives support to the intestines. The pelvis has many functions, among them are, it supports the weight of the upper body, acts as a connection point for your lower limbs and the various muscles, which helps one to stand, walk, or run and it also protects the organs located in or around the pelvic...
Ghana Coronavirus Cases: 106,434 Deaths: 854 Recovered: 98,814 Ghana’s COVID-19 cases rose by 1,903 bringing the total of confirmed cases to 95,914 with the total death toll at 796. The increase came during the month of June as Africa saw a fast-surging third wave, with cases projected to overtake the peak of the second wave that the continent witnessed at the start of 2021. The COVID-19 upsurge comes as the vaccine supply crunch persists. On 19 June, H.E. ...
Join Africa CDC tomorrow to discuss how to improve COVID-19 vaccines uptake in Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) Member States. We will: ◠Identify possible reasons behind slow uptake of the vaccines in some COMESA Member States; ◠Strengthen strategies to improve COVID-19 vaccine uptake in #COMESA Member States; ◠Strengthen experience sharing among #COMESA Member States on COVID-19 vaccine rollout. 📆 4th - 5th August 2021 Ⱐ10:00 - 1...
Since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, scientists all over the world have been struggling to pin down the origin of the coronavirus that caused it. Linfa Wang knows they may never succeed. Dr. Wang, a professor in the emerging infectious diseases program at Duke-NUS Medical School in Singapore, is an expert in bat viruses. He has joined the hunt for the origin of Covid-19 even though he and fellow scientists are still searching for the precise source of a different coronavirus: the one ...
The highly transmissible strain of COVID-19 which originated from India, Delta variant, has been detected in Ghana. The Head of the West Africa Centre for Cell Biology and Infectious Pathogens (WACCBIP) at the University of Ghana, Professor Gordon Awendare, confirmed this on Eyewitness News. He said the variant was detected in two travelers who arrived in Ghana about a week ago. “We are saying that in Ghana we have had a few of them [Delta variant] detected, but in travelers who ...
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