Witnessing a convulsion can be quite scary and confusing for you but remember what we talked about in the previous article. Having a convulsion does...
Have you ever witnessed someone having a seizure? The first time I saw a convulsion, I was very young, and the experience left a lasting impression. A distant relative collapsed suddenly, his body jerking uncontrollably, while my mother remained calm and handled the situation with remarkable composure. Later, I realized that our community misunderstood his condition—many believed he was cursed. Now, as a medical student, I see how much misinformation surrounds epilepsy. Like mental illness, it carries stigma that isolates those affected.
Contraceptives play a vital role in the sexual and reproductive health of young people. Understanding and using contraception empowers individuals to prevent unintended pregnancies, reduce the risk of STIs, and make informed choices about their future.
While talking to a group of men recently, we asked them why they never go for checkup early and one of them said that they were just afraid that the doctor might say that they have cancer. In this man’s experience, he did not believe that cancer is treatable at all
Does it bother you that obese kids face bullying, rejection, and shorter lives due to their weight? Obesity in children is a complex issue, often stemming from lifestyle habits, but also influenced by genetics and hormones. As a parent, it's crucial to nurture healthy eating practices and promote physical activity to help your child maintain a healthy weight.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month, or Pink October, is not just a time for wearing pink. It's about education, early detection, research funding and showing solidarity with breast cancer survivors and those currently fighting the disease. The earlier breast cancer is detected, the better the chances for successful treatment. This is why this month is crucial in spreading knowledge and encouraging people—both women and men—to take charge of their breast health.
Have you ever witnessed someone having a seizure? The first time I saw a convulsion, I was very young, and the experience left a lasting impression. A distant relative collapsed suddenly, his body jerking uncontrollably, while my mother remained calm and handled the situation with remarkable composure. Later, I realized that our community misunderstood his condition—many believed he was cursed. Now, as a medical student, I see how much misinformation surrounds epilepsy. Like mental illness, it carries stigma that isolates those affected.
Contraceptives play a vital role in the sexual and reproductive health of young people. Understanding and using contraception empowers individuals to prevent unintended pregnancies, reduce the risk of STIs, and make informed choices about their future.
While talking to a group of men recently, we asked them why they never go for checkup early and one of them said that they were just afraid that the doctor might say that they have cancer. In this man’s experience, he did not believe that cancer is treatable at all
Does it bother you that obese kids face bullying, rejection, and shorter lives due to their weight? Obesity in children is a complex issue, often stemming from lifestyle habits, but also influenced by genetics and hormones. As a parent, it's crucial to nurture healthy eating practices and promote physical activity to help your child maintain a healthy weight.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month, or Pink October, is not just a time for wearing pink. It's about education, early detection, research funding and showing solidarity with breast cancer survivors and those currently fighting the disease. The earlier breast cancer is detected, the better the chances for successful treatment. This is why this month is crucial in spreading knowledge and encouraging people—both women and men—to take charge of their breast health.
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