Introduction
It is no news that PCOS, ovarian cysts, fibroids, and endometriosis are affecting several women of reproductive age globally. …
Health & Medicine
Industrial Food and the Epidemiological Transition in Africa
Introduction
Over the past half-century, the global food landscape has undergone a profound transformation. The industrialisation of the agri-food chain …
IS SADNESS SIMPLY A BRAIN CHEMICAL IMBALANCE?
Introduction
It is very normal to hear someone say, “I am depressed,” or you have probably stated it yourself at …
Sport and Prevention: A Winning Duo
Introduction
Faced with the alarming rise of non-communicable diseases (NCDs), including diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and cancers, physical activity has become …
Towards a Better Understanding of Panic Attacks
Introduction
Many people experience panic attacks without being able to put them into words. A trigger creates an overwhelming feeling …
On the Other Side of the Mirror, You Are Always Someone’s “Villain”
Introduction
Being accepted within society is a legitimate feeling that every individual has the right to claim. This need for …
Supplements: Understanding the Costs vs The Benefits
Introduction
In the last few decades, supplements have become increasingly popular. Generally not requiring a medicine prescription, and readily available …
ALLERGIC CONJUNCTIVITIS: THE DANGERS OF DUST FOR YOUR EYES
Introduction
Dust, omnipresent in our environment—especially during the dry season—is one of the main triggers of an eye disorder that …
When Healthcare Becomes a Waiting Game: Why Digital Systems Can Save Lives in Developing Countries
Introduction
In many developing countries, getting medical care is not just about treatment; it is about endurance. People wake up …
Understanding Psychoactive Substances and their Effects on the Brain
Introduction
Psychoactive substances are natural or synthetic chemicals capable of altering brain function, thereby changing perception, mood, consciousness, behaviour, and …