Insulin is a hormone that regulates blood sugar (glucose). It can also occur when the body cannot effectively use the insulin it produces. Some effects of diabetes include heart disease, vision loss, and kidney injury. If blood sugar levels are...
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The burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) continues to increase globally especially in developing countries, with different risk factors contributing to the surge. This is a result of rapid urbanization and the westernization of lifestyle...
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There are conditions that affect the structures or function of your heart which include: Angina- the type of chest pain that occurs due to decreased blood flow into the heart. Arrhythmia- or an irregular heartbeat or heart rhythm Congenital heart...
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Mhealth (mobile health) is a general term for the use of mobile phones and other wireless technology to support the achievement of health objectives. The most common application of Mhealth is the use of mobile devices to educate consumers about...
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Reproductive health is an important component of men’s overall health and well-being. Too often, males have been overlooked in discussions of reproductive health, especially when reproductive issues such as contraception and infertility...
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About 80% of the human body is made up of water. Every organ, cell and tissue in the human body uses it to function properly. Water is really important to us; you can stay hydrated by drinking water and taking certain foods with high water...
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Research has linked sitting for long periods of time with a number of health concerns. It was analyzed that those who sat for more than eight hours a day with no physical activity had a risk of dying similar to those with obesity and smokers...
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Set up reminder: you can use your phone or smart watch’s alarm function to set up reminders. Use a pillbox: get a pillbox that is printed with the days of the week. Load it up once a week with all your medication, so you’ll always be able to...
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Missing your window: some pain medications work best when taken before meals. Failing to address the symptoms early may result in difficulty suppressing potential flare-ups. The treatment might not be effective: for example where antibiotics are...
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It’s okay if you miss a dose, even if you are the most organized person, you’ve probably missed a medication dose at least once because life happens-anything can happen at the exact time you are supposed to take your pills. Whether accidental or...
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Keeping your hands clean is one of the most important steps we can take to avoid getting sick and spreading germs. How hand washing helps to prevent the spread of infections and diseases: Hand washing with soap removes germs from the hands. A...
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