All Posts by Bourya Cisse

Thermal Stress: Understanding the Issues

Introduction: Thermal stress refers to the physiological reaction of organisms to extreme temperatures, whether high or low. This phenomenon is of particular concern in the context of climate change, where record temperatures are becoming increasingly common. Humans, animals and even plants can suffer from this stress, with serious consequences for

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Understanding adversity to better manage its harmful effects on the mind

Introduction: Adversity is an unavoidable fact of life. Whether through personal, professional or emotional challenges, everyone faces obstacles that can affect their mental well-being. However, by learning to understand and manage these trials, it is possible to transform these difficult experiences into opportunities for personal growth.   The importance of

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Bartholinitis

Definition: Bartholinitis is a generally bacterial infection affecting the Bartholin glands located on either side of the vaginal opening.  The main causes of bartholinitis are an obstruction of the Bartholin glands, leading to an accumulation of pus and a bacterial infection.   Symptoms of bartholinitis  These include pain and swelling

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Solid waste

E-waste management disaster: a critical threat to the environment and public health

Introduction: The streets of Dakar are often invaded by obsolete electronic equipment, which constitutes a major challenge for waste management in the city, preservation of the environment and public health. Senegal, like many developing countries, is faced with a growing problem of electronic waste management. Indeed, with rapid technological advancement

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Sound Behaviour

Understanding and managing sound behavior

Introduction: Understanding and managing noise behavior is indeed lacking in Senegal. In many parts of the country, particularly in large cities such as Dakar, there is a strong presence of ambient noise, whether from car traffic, horns, street vendors, or industrial activities. This can have an impact on the quality

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