HEALTH

Yeast infections in the vagina and vulva are fungal infections that lead to irritation, discharge, and severe itching in those areas. Vaginal yeast infections, also known as vaginal candidiasis, affect as many as three-quarters of all women at some point in their lives. In many cases, women will have multiple …

In many African cultures, the kola nut plays an integral role in religious ceremonies. Having better breath may also be a side effect. Kola nut is a common additive to drinks in the Western Hemisphere. Because of their evidence-based capacity to increase one’s alertness and concentration, kola nuts are frequently included as an ingredient in energy drinks. The …

Do you know there are things you need to pay attention to while you’re trying to recover from a stroke? A stroke is a medical illness caused by the death of brain cells due to a lack of oxygenated blood reaching the brain. If enough of these cells die, the …

The liver is significant for the expulsion of toxins from the blood, storing vitamins, and creating hormones among other functions. Changing certain lifestyle habits can help you to improve your liver health. If you’ve been diagnosed with liver disease, your doctor may suggest some kind of lifestyle for you. According …

It is normal to have fat in the liver, but the amount should not be too much. When fat is more than 5 to 10% of your liver’ s weight, it is known as fatty liver disease. This increases the risk of inflammation and damage to your liver. What is …

The  physician assistant of the Oyoko Health Center in the Ashanti region Madam Precious Abena  Konadu is calling on government, non -governmental organisations and philanthropists to come to the aid of the health facility to help address some of the key challenges militating against the smooth delivery of health care …

Ginger is a natural cramp reliever. Ginger contains a powerful compound called gingerol, which is well known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, which can ease menstrual cramps. Natural and readily available, ginger is one of the most effective natural spices for relieving menstrual pain, cramps, and inflammation. To prevent …

A Luv News investigation has found that some illegal gold miners are totally dependent on oxygen as a result of their exposure to mining dust that has caused irreversible damage to their lungs. Autopsy reports revealed that over 70% of lung tissues sampled from mine workers contain dust and heavy metals. As …

A health influencer at Madina Polyclinic has cautioned ladies to avoid using deodorants on their vaginas. Blaise Ackom said that practice can cause health complications. He attributed this practice to the current trend of ladies enhancing their bodies, including their private parts, to please men. Speaking to Roselyn Felli on Prime …

One study by (Chandrasekara and Kumar, 2016) explained that yams (Dioscorea) are a type of tuber vegetable that originated in Asia, Africa, and the Caribbean. About 95% of yams today are grown in Africa. History has it that yams got their name from the Fulani (a language spoken in Guinea, …