Sleep is a state of reduced mental and physical activity, in which consciousness is altered, and sensory activity is inhibited to a certain extent. Simply put, sleep is a way of shutting down our bodies so that we can start refreshed. Sleep accounts for one-quarter to one-third of our life time. As an average,…
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is one of the commonest diseases that is encountered by females during their lifetime. Nearly, 1 in every 10 women come across PCOS.(1) It is often genetically determined, meaning if your family members have a history of PCOS, there is a chance of you getting the disease. The reason for PCOS…
There are many fungal infections that affect your skin. Among them, ringworm infection is one of the most common skin infections you encounter in your lifetime. In fact, you might have experienced ringworm infection at least once by now. It is known as ringworm because it has a ring-like rash appearing on the skin. According…
Diabetes is one of the commonest non-communicable diseases worldwide. According to International Diabetes Federation (IDF), nearly 1 in 10 adults are living with diabetes. Also, 3 in 4 diabetic patients are from middle- and low-income countries (1). If you are having diabetes, it is very important to maintain your blood sugar levels. Uncontrolled blood sugar…
Seizure is a condition where your brain cells malfunction causing uncontrollable electrical activity(1). This will manifest as uncontrolled movements, sudden onset behavior changes, loss of consciousness, altered sensation, and many others. About 1 out of 10 people in the world have experienced a seizure during their lifetime(2). So, seizures are a lot more common than…
During day-to-day life, we all experience anxiety. Anxiety occurs as a response to a stressful event. Having anxiety is normal for a human being. But there are certain instances where anxiety is seen as a mental health illness. A citation! So, how do you identify whether you’re having anxiety? There are signs and symptoms that…
Labor is the process of giving birth to a child. Unless you are a mother who has given birth to a child, you would not be able to describe the experience of childbirth. Also, it is known to be one of the most painful processes that anyone can ever experience. Pregnancy can be a challenging…
Obesity is a common health problem that we encounter in our day-to-day life. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), obesity is the abnormal or excessive accumulation of fat that presents a risk to health(1). Obesity is measured by a parameter known as Body Mass Index. Body weight in kilograms and height is needed as…
Migraine is a severe relapsing headache that can be debilitating if you get it. According to the World Health Organization, it is one of the 10 most debilitating medical illnesses worldwide. Also, migraine impacts 30 percent of men, women, and children in the United States. And it is the third most common disease in the…
Breastfeeding is the best way to ensure your baby’s nutrition and survival as it provides the optimum results for both you and your baby. According to World Health Organization (WHO), fewer than half of infants under 6 months are exclusively breastfed(1). According to CDC, only 1 in 4 infants is exclusively breastfed as recommended by…
