Health Tips

It is no news that our country’s current weather situation is alarming.  Let’s discuss heat stroke and heat exhaustion. Heat stroke is the most serious heat-related illness. It occurs when the body can no longer control its temperature. The temperature rises...

What to do for a victim of heat stroke: Call for medical help!!! (Do not give the victim fluids or water) While awaiting help you may do the following: Move the person to a shaded, cool area and remove outer clothing. You may give a cool (not cold) shower or bath Cool...

The human brain is the most complex organ in the human body. It is responsible for different functions and controls everything we do. As our part to play in taking care of our brain, here are some tips to maintaining good memory: 1. Stay physically active: Regular...

Rest is crucial for our overall health and well-being. When we rest, our bodies have time to repair and revitalize themselves. Rest can take many forms such as sleep, relaxation, and leisure activities. Here are some ways rest is important to the body: Rest is...

Dear valued client, We express our sincere gratitude for your invaluable contribution to our journey in 2023. We truly appreciate your continued support and partnership.  As we reflect on the past year, we acknowledge that our achievements would not have been possible...

The prostate, a small gland located just below the bladder, plays a crucial role in the male reproductive system. Its primary function is to produce seminal fluid, which nourishes and transports sperm. However, prostate health is often overlooked. As men age, the...

Antibiotics are drugs that kill or inhibit the growth of bacteria. The overuse and misuse of antibiotics can lead to antibiotic resistance, which is a growing public health concern. Antibiotic resistance occurs when bacteria change their response to these medicines....

Living with diabetes can be challenging but with the right knowledge and care, you can lead a fulfilling and healthy life. For World Diabetes today, we will explore some essential aspects of diabetic care that will empower you to take care of your well-being. ...

Written by Pharm Juliana Ariri Mothers don’t just give life, they empower their families to live it to the fullest in good health. Being there for your loved ones while looking after yourself can be tough. That’s why mothers need all the support they can get and we...

Highlighted below are some more examples of asthma triggers and how they can be managed: 5. Physical activity: Although exercise can trigger asthma in certain people, it should not be avoided. Exercise strengthens the cardiovascular system and may decrease sensitivity...

Here are some tips on how to be in control of asthma: Understand your asthma: Get understanding about your asthma and what triggers your asthma attack so that you can avoid your triggers as much as possible. Be very clear on what to do to prevent an attack and what to...

Your bowels make up part of your lower digestive tract and consist of your intestines, rectum and anus. Your rectum is where stools are stored and your brain sends messages to your rectum when it is full and needs to be emptied. The aim is that you should go to the...

It is World Immunization Week! It aims to highlight the collective action needed to protect children, adults, the elderly and communities from vaccine-preventable diseases in which vaccines are considered to be safe and effective with little or no side effects,...