Health Archives - Page 11 of 13

September 27, 2024
Louisa Afful
Health

The Perils of Self-Administering Drugs: A Focus on Antibiotics

In a world where health information is at our fingertips, the temptation to self-administer drugs, especially antibiotics, has grown. While the allure of quick fixes can be powerful, the...

September 9, 2024
Louisa Afful
Health

O Positive Blood Group: Characteristics, Do’s, and Don’ts

The O positive (O+) blood group is the most common blood type worldwide, making it extremely important in blood donation and transfusion processes. Understanding its characteristics, as well as...

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September 9, 2024
Louisa Afful
Health

Comprehensive Guide to Best Practices for B Positive Blood Group

The B positive blood group, while not as rare as some others, represents a unique biological profile that impacts various aspects of health and wellness. Accounting for approximately 8.5%...

September 9, 2024
Louisa Afful
Health

AB Blood Group: Understanding the Unique Characteristics, Do’s, and Don’ts.

The AB blood group is the rarest of the four major blood types, comprising about 4% of the global population. People with this blood type have unique characteristics and...

September 4, 2024
Hot Stories Ghana
Health

Comprehensive Guide to Best Practices for B Positive Blood Group

The B positive blood group, while not as rare as some others, represents a unique biological profile that impacts various aspects of health and wellness. Accounting for approximately 8.5%...

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September 1, 2024
Hot Stories Ghana
Health

The Rise of Autism Awareness: A Closer Look at Its Implications

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) has increasingly become a significant topic of discussion worldwide, with more individuals being diagnosed and more public figures coming forward about their condition. The conversation...

September 1, 2024
Louisa Afful
Health

Tackling the Fibroid Crisis Among African Women

Fibroids, also known as uterine leiomyomas or myomas, are non-cancerous growths that develop within the muscular wall of the uterus. These growths vary in size, number, and location, leading...

August 31, 2024
Louisa Afful
Health

HIV/AIDS: Understanding the Crisis and Moving Toward Hope

The HIV/AIDS epidemic continues to be a major global public health issue, affecting millions of people worldwide. Despite significant advancements in treatment and prevention, the fight against HIV/AIDS is...

July 30, 2024
Louisa Afful
Health

Understanding Dengue Fever: A Deadly Mosquito-Borne Threat on the Rise in Africa

Dengue fever, a serious mosquito-borne illness, has become a pressing health concern, particularly in Africa. The disease, transmitted by the Aedes mosquito, has seen a surge in cases, making...

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July 30, 2024
Louisa Afful
Health

Hepatitis B: Key Facts, Prevention, and Management

Hepatitis B is a liver infection caused by the hepatitis B virus (HBV). This virus attacks the liver, leading to inflammation, and can cause serious health problems if not...