Breast cancer has been a growing problem in developing countries. An estimated 94,378 new cases are diagnosed in sub-Saharan Africa every year. Breast Cancer Incidence varies considerably between African countries e.g. 2,625 cases … [Continue Reading...]
Cholesterol and Heart Diseases
Cholesterol helps the body in building new cells and the production of hormones. Cholesterol is normally produced by the liver, however, we get cholesterol from food such as milk, eggs, and meat. Too much of cholesterol in the system is a risk factor … [Continue Reading...]
Breast Self-Exam: How to Check for Lumps
Breast self-exam, or regularly examining your breasts on your own, can be an important way to find a breast cancer early, when it's more likely to be treated successfully. Not every cancer can be found this way, but it is a critical step you can and … [Read More...]
Risk, Causes and Prevention of Breast Cancer
There are about 1.38 million new cases and 458 000 deaths from breast cancer each year. Breast cancer is by far the most common cancer in women worldwide, both in the developed and developing countries. In Cameroon and other Sub-Saharan Countries the … [Read More...]
Know the Symptoms of Breast Cancer
Breast cancer is the most common cause of death in women worldwide. The incidence of breast cancer in sub-Saharan Africa has been rising and yet many cases remain undetected. A number of risk factors such as alcoholism, age and hormones predispose … [Read More...]
Drug Abuse: A Rising Problem in Cameroon
I remember the first time I was told Douala is a major hub for drug trafficking in the central African region. That was about 3 years ago. My quest even revealed worse: the first rapid assessment which unveiled Cameroon as a trafficking and consuming … [Read More...]
What you need to know before starting a keto diet
What is a keto diet A keto diet a deliberate reduction of glucose through low carbs while subsequently introducing high levels of fat in a diet. It was first used to introduce ketones and reduce glucose as the main source of energy in the brains of … [Read More...]
Schizophrenia: Symptoms, Causes, and Prevention
Schizophrenia is a serious mental disorder in which people interpret reality abnormally. It may result in some combination of hallucinations, delusions, and extremely disordered thinking and behavior that disturbs daily functioning, and can be … [Read More...]
Best Practices to Lower Blood Pressure
Blood pressure above 140/90 mm Hg is considered hypertension, and is one of the most prevalent and preventable conditions. In Cameroon, the prevalence of hypertension spans from 5.7% in rural settings through 21.9% in semi urban to 47.5% in urban … [Read More...]
Prediabetes – symptoms, causes and treatment
Prediabetes is a condition characterized by glucose levels that are high, but not as high as in the case of Type 2 diabetes. In most cases, there are no specific symptoms, and the condition remains undiagnosed for a long time. It is also known as … [Read More...]
Is Caffeine a drug?
What is caffeine? Caffeine is a stimulant drug, which means it speeds up the messages travelling between the brain and the body. It’s found in the seeds, nuts and leaves of a number of different plants, including: Coffea Arabica (used for … [Read More...]
Are African Athletes More Susceptible For Sudden Cardiac Arrest
According to BBC Sports data 64 football players died in the last eleven years on the pitch, 26 of which are Africans. 25 of of the 26 died from sudden heart arrest. While Africans make up 17% of the world's footballers they account for nearly 40% of … [Read More...]
Quick Overview of Sickle Cell Disease #SCD
What is sickle cell anemia? Sickle cell anemia is an inherited blood disorder characterized by abnormally shaped red blood cells that block the flow of blood. This is a genetic disorder which affects the structure of hemoglobin. This disease is … [Read More...]
Drug Abuse in Youths. How bad is it?
"I have not just heard, but I have seen very young children without ordinary level trapped in drugs with the motive of being bold or staying alert to study for exams. what has become of our children? It seems to start with a seemingly good motive but … [Read More...]
ADENOMYOSIS: living with the elusive, misunderstood and understudied condition
By Gloria D. Gonsalves For almost three decades, I lived a life planned around my monthly menses. Heavy and painful periods took priority over daily life plans. I constantly checked the calendar to see when I would be menstruating. I … [Read More...]
What you should know about Potatoes and Advanced Chronic Kidney Disease
Potatoes contain a lot of potassium, and baked potatoes have almost 3 times as much as cooked potatoes because some potassium is flushed out in the water when boiling. Potassium is one of the most important minerals for body function. A proper level … [Read More...]
Mental Health and Depression in Pidgin by Dr SEA
Mental health is defined by WHO as a state of well-being in which every individual realizes his or her own potential, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to his or her … [Read More...]
Pidgin Video: Gallstones
The gall bladder is a small organ located below the liver. It stores bile which helps with digestion. When there is too much cholesterol in bile, gall stones form. What are the other causes of gall stone formation and how do these stones affect … [Read More...]
High Blood Pressure and Sex
High blood pressure has no obvious signs or symptoms, but the impact on your sex life may be obvious. Although sexual activity is unlikely to pose an immediate threat to your health such as a heart attack, high blood pressure can affect overall … [Read More...]
8 ways your bra affects your health
Bras, short form for brassieres, have over the years become indispensable in every woman's wardrobe and have slowly moved from being undergarments to overgarments. They are worn for long hours per day. Over a woman's timeline, these can be summed up … [Read More...]
7 Medical Reasons for Constant Fatigue
Do you feel like you're always tired? Are you having trouble staying awake during the peak of your activities? But when you suffer from a constant lack of energy and ongoing fatigue, what could be the cause? Here are some medical reason for constant … [Read More...]
Preeclampsia; Causes, Signs and Treatment
It was 5 months and a week into Susan's first pregnancy when she started witnessing the sudden weight gain and swelling in her face and hands. She wasn't bothered about these new developments because it occurs during most pregnancies, if not all. Her … [Read More...]