Several millions of people are being struck by Acid Reflux disease – adults, children, and even infants cannot escape from its affliction. Basically, the Acid Reflux or heartburn pertains to the disease caused by upflowing of the acid from the stomach up…Read More »
Surveys show that an estimated fifty percent of all pregnancies in Ghana are accidental. It’s surprising to read about it, especially since there have been more and more choices presented to the people for birth control. It is pretty saddening to know…Read More »
Hypnosis has been around for thousands of years. From ancient Egyptian times even through today, hypnotism has been used in religion, medicine, mental therapy, and even entertainment. Patients often undergo hypnosis to help release stress or to overcome certain challenges in their…Read More »
Psoriatic Arthritis is an illness that affects millions of people. There is no cure yet for it. It is known for the swelling of joints and scaly patches of skin. This type of arthritis is related to the skin condition of psoriasis…Read More »
Once a tooth has been extracted, bacteria will still be alive in the mouth, even more so with those who have bad oral hygiene. Infections are very common following extractions. Depending on how bad the tooth was that the dentist removed, he…Read More »
Under the guidance of its Director, supported by a staff compliment of around 250, made up of both local and specialist personnel, the St Helena Health Directorate has overall responsibility for the Island’s health care services. Where the Island is unable to…Read More »
A hemorrhoid is an enlarged or twisted vein in the wall of the lower rectum and/or the anus. Hemorrhoids may occur for many reasons, the most common of these are the extra pressure placed on the anorectal area by frequent constipation or…Read More »
Huntington’s disease is an inherited disease that causes the progressive breakdown of nerve cells in the brain. Huntington’s disease has a broad impact on a person’s functional abilities and usually results in movement, thinking and psychiatric disorders. Most people with Huntington’s disease…Read More »
The consumption of turkeys in the U.S. has escalated through the years. It’s no longer eaten primarily at Thanksgiving and Christmas, but throughout the year. The process of mass-producing turkeys for human consumption is as barbaric, if not more so, than the…Read More »
To an outsider, the difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes may be confusing. They are both similar disease that require insulin in order to manage the diabetes and have a properly functioning body. But where it gets confusing is the…Read More »