Introduction
Imagine waking up to a butterfly-shaped rash on your face, or suddenly feeling fatigued and experiencing joint pains – …
Health & Medicine
Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) Outbreak in China: What You Need to Know
Introduction
A recent outbreak of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) in China has raised concerns globally. HMPV is a viral respiratory pathogen …
10 Years Since Ebola Outbreak in Sierra Leone: Pate-Bana Marank Narrates its Ordeal
Introduction
Approximately 10 years ago, Sierra Leone was hit by a devastating outbreak that claimed over 3,000 lives, disrupted societies …
Maintaining Mental Health in a Digital World
Introduction
In today’s hyper-connected age, we all know that technology is both a boon and a challenge. Digital advancements in …
HEATWAVE AND THE ELDERLY
Introduction
Older people are naturally more at risk of suffering from dehydration. During heatwaves, this can lead to hospitalisation and …
TRADITIONAL MEDICINE: HELPING TO IMPROVE THE HEALTH SYSTEM
Introduction
According to a study published in 2009 by the United Nations, traditional medicine is practiced by 80% of the …
EVOLUTION OF THE CONCEPT OF DEATH
Introduction
Death is a notion that seems easy to define, but is far less so than one might think. At …
Why do Some People Take the Easy Way Out when they are Faced with Problems?
Introduction
Although the legality of suicide became a concern in certain countries during the late Middle Ages, this has not …
Female Obesity and Its Impact on Reproduction
Introduction
Female obesity, defined by a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher, is a pressing health issue worldwide. …
WORKPLACE STRESS: CAUSES, CONSEQUENCES, AND SOLUTIONS
Introduction
Stress can be defined as the body’s reaction to a real or perceived threat. It arises from our response …