Drug Abuse Drug abuse refers to the use of drugs through self-medication or without due medical prescription and administration. Drug abuse is also incorporated with misusage of doctors prescribed medication. Effects of Drug Abuse The effects of drug abuse can not be…

When Malaria Strikes: Understanding How it’s Transmitted and How to Prevent it. It all started with a slight fever. It started with going to bed strong and healthy, only to wake up weak and disoriented. Suspecting malaria, you quickly turn to Google,…

Monkeypox (mpox) is a viral disease transmitted to humans from animals caused by the monkeypox virus. It’s symptoms in humans are similar (but less severe) to those seen in the past in smallpox patients. Although smallpox was declared eradicated by the WHO…

Picture this: you’re at an event, laughter and chatter filling the air. Suddenly, in the midst of the bustling crowd, someone collapses, their body convulsing uncontrollably. Panic sets in. What do you do? How do you help? In this episode of our…

Hey friends! Welcome once again to “What to Do When…,” your go-to guide for handling emergencies with confidence. On today’s episode, we’ll be discussing what to do when someone is poisoned. Now, let’s play pretend for a second. Simi is a five…

Hey friends! Welcome to “What to Do When…,” your go-to guide for handling emergencies with confidence. In this series, we’ll be providing you with the knowledge and skills needed to act swiftly and effectively in various situations. On today’s episode, we’ll be…

A Day That Changed Everything I recall the anticipation vividly. The lab technician had briefed me: one line for negative, two for positive. Friends had shared similar experiences, all with negative results. The waiting, they said, was the hardest part, filled with…

The term “skin bleaching” describes the use of cosmetics to lighten dark spots on the skin or to achieve a lighter complexion overall. In addition to professional treatments like chemical peels and laser therapy, products include tablets, soaps, and bleaching creams. This practice…

Breast Cancer Awareness Month is celebrated each October to raise awareness about the dangers and problems that breast cancer poses.About 1 in 8 women are diagnosed with breast cancer during their lifetime. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), in 2020, 2.3 million…

Medical Aid and Advocacy for the Vulnerables Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing vital medical assistance and advocating for the most vulnerable members of our society. Our foundation is built on the belief that everyone, regardless of their circumstances, deserves…