Breast Cancer is a medical issue that affects majorly women. It is an epidemic that has become a worldwide concern. As October is breast cancer awareness month annually, we have decided to put together some facts about breast cancer that you may be unaware of. Remember that with breast cancer and any ailment really, early detection is key....
Breast cancer is a type of cancer that forms in the cells of the breast. As much as medical check-ups are important in the prevention of breast cancer, the foods you eat are also important. Every October is marked as Breast Cancer Awareness Month to create awareness about how to prevent the deadly disease. Here are some natural foods that...
Miscarriage is one of the most painful and challenging experiences for a woman. Most women who go through miscarriage often experience emotional and physical stress. Whenever a pregnancy loss happens, women are likely to experience many feelings of pain, rejection, and reactions. If the aftermath is not well handled, it can cause some damage to your health. ALSO READ: Adding Calcium To...
Bipolar disorder, formerly called manic depression, is a mental health condition that causes extreme mood swings that include emotional highs (mania or hypomania) and lows (depression) that occur with similar frequency in men and women. It can be a lifelong mental health problem that mainly affects your mood. It affects how you feel, and your mood can change massively. Research,...
No Bra Day is growing in popularity each passing year, even though it sounds controversial to some people, it is here to stay. The unique day is celebrated on the 13th of October every year just to commemorate breast cancer awareness month. The movement started in 2011 and largely takes place on social media, where women use the hashtag #nobraday....
Making your hair grow longer requires a lot of patience. It is normal for you to lose some hair daily either as a natural process or from combing but that really does not matter because a high percentage of your hair is always actively growing anyway. The problem arises when you lose hair much more than your body is producing...
Self breast examination simply means checking your breasts for changes such as lumps, ulcers, discoloration, and nipple discharge. It involves looking at your breasts for visible abnormalities and touching your breasts to feel for changes that may not be obvious to the eyes. Breast cancer has a better prognosis when detected early and the whole idea of self breast examination...
Eggs are one of the foods that are rich in good-quality protein, possessing numerous health benefits. Like you already know, one egg a day keeps a doctor away. The second Friday of October every year is celebrated as ‘World Egg Day’ to raise awareness of the health benefits eggs offer and their importance in human nutrition. World Egg Day is...
Cerebral palsy affects people in different ways and can affect body movement, muscle control, muscle coordination, muscle tone, reflex, posture, and balance. As the world marks Cerebral Palsy Day today, October 6, here are some facts to know about the disorder. 1. Cerebral palsy (CP) is a group of disorders that affect a person’s ability to move and maintain balance and...
Heart disease is a major cause of death worldwide, and it’s mostly preventable by keeping your heart healthy, changing your lifestyle, and managing risk factors. Sept 28 is celebrated globally as World Heart Day to spread awareness about cardiovascular and heart diseases and their prevention. Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) claim the lives of around 17.9 million people each year,...