High blood sugar, also known as hyperglycemia, is a condition that occurs when there is an excessive amount of glucose (sugar) in your bloodstream. This condition is a hallmark of diabetes but there are other situations in which high blood…
When you think of dehydration, you may think it to mean just being thirsty, but the consequences of not staying adequately hydrated can be very serious. Dehydration is a condition that occurs when your body loses more fluids than it…
Having that talk about STIs in a new relationship is one of those things that can be awkward to do, but it’s very necessary. It’s normal to feel a bit uncomfortable about it, but in this article, we’re going to…
Think about the last time you had to go out to get tested for an infection. If you’ve ever done it, you probably didn’t enjoy it. It’s not just you. Many people feel the exact same way. Unfortunately, this aversion…
The health and wellbeing of women are crucial for the development and progress of any society. However researchers say people in their late 40s are increasingly having to deal with chronic health issues such as type 2 diabetes and high…
The most prevalent sexually transmitted infection (STI) is the human papillomavirus (HPV). Many HPV carriers don’t show any symptoms, yet they can still spread the infection through intercourse. It has been found that about 10% of women with HPV infection…
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is a virus that targets a specific type of immune cells called CD4 T lymphocytes (CD4 Cells) and destroys them. CD4 cells help the body’s immune system fight off bacteria, viruses, and other germs. As more…
Also known as Fasting Blood Sugar, Fasting Glucose Level. Fasting blood glucose measures the amount of glucose (a type of sugar) in a person’s blood. It is used to screen for diabetes and can be used to make a diagnosis…
Each and every person should be tested for HIV at least once in their lifetime. Depending on the risk, the time frame can even come down to every few months. HIV is a real public health issue, in 2018 UNAIDS…
The desire to father a child is one shared by many men. But when this is proving difficult after months of trying, it can become a source of worry. Infertility affects about 5-8% of couples in Nigeria. It is perceived…
