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Efforts of the Tobacco Industry in Southern Africa to Support Sustainability

November 16, 2016 Global AuthorMalawi, Mozambique, Sub-Saharan Africa, Tanzania, Zambia and Zimbabwe.

The production and consumption of tobacco and tobacco products are firmly in the World Health Organization’s (WHO) regulatory crosshairs and with good reason; however, this is not likely to prevent people from smoking. While the WHO is welcome to put forward arguments and provide evidence on the dangers of exposure to tobacco smoke and use of tobacco products, it remains… Read More

We all can work, but together we win: Unite to #EndTB

November 4, 2016November 4, 2016 Global AuthorDr Raviglione, Ending TB, Experiences in Africa determined him to #endTB, tuberculosis (TB)

Despite commitment from the governments to end tuberculosis (TB) by 2030 (one of the targets of Sustainable Development Goals or SDGs) the pace of TB decline casts serious doubts on eliminating TB in the next 14 years. The latest Global TB Report of the World Health Organization (WHO) has set the alarm bells ringing: not only have annual TB cases… Read More

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Transforming hope into reality for patients of drug-resistant TB

October 29, 2016November 16, 2016 Global AuthorCEO of TB Alliance, Dr Mel Spigelman, Multidrug-resistant TB, WHO’s Global TB Report 2016

Multidrug-resistant TB (MDR-TB) remains a public health crisis. As per WHO’s Global TB Report 2016, 480,000 people fell ill with MDR-TB in 2015, with 3 countries – India, China, and Russia – carrying the major burden and together accounting for nearly half of all MDR-TB cases globally. Detection and treatment gaps continue to plague the MDR-TB response. In 2015, only… Read More

Sleep hygiene refers to habits that aid in having a good night’s sleep

April 13, 2012 Global Author

Sleep hygiene refers to habits that aid in having a good night’s sleep. Common sleep issues such as inability to sleep well (insomnia) or tiredness after hours of sleep are caused by bad sleep habits, which have been practised over the years. It is possible to train the body and mind to adopt healthy sleeping habits, so that you feel... Read More

Learn about Sexually Transmitted Diseases

January 30, 2012 Global AuthorSTD

A sexually transmitted disease (STD) is an infection or disease that can be passed from one person to another during sexual activity. STDs are common all around the world. They may be caused by bacteria, viruses or parasites. Anybody who is sexually active can be infected if they do not practice safe sex. You cannot asses if a person has... Read More

Heart to Heart: The Gift of Life

November 15, 2011 Global AuthorAsiaMed Connect, Heart

Thirteen years back Mr. A would not have even imagined that his quality of life would be so much better. To say it bluntly, he may have had doubts if he would live to see the world in a few years time. But he received a special gift - a gift of life that he treasures in ‘his heart’, from... Read More

URINARY INCONTINENCE – A COMMON PROBLEM IN THE ELDERLY

October 11, 2011 Global Author

Urinary incontinence is common affecting about 1 out of 3 elderly people. Some people are incontinent every time they urinate, whereas many others are incontinent intermittently. Many people live with incontinence without seeking medical help because they fear that it indicates a more serious illness or they are embarrassed by it. Others mistakenly believe incontinence to be a normal part... Read More

Allergy Trouble?

September 14, 2011 Global AuthorAllergy Trouble?, Apollo Hospitals, AsiaMed Connect

An allergy refers to an inflated reaction by the body’s immune system in response to certain foreign substances. In normal non allergic people, a foreign substance that does not cause any reaction at all, will cause an exaggerated reaction in allergic people. Allergic people's bodies recognize the foreign substance and one part of the immune system is turned on against... Read More

Understanding Stroke – What is it?

August 4, 2011 Global AuthorAppollo Hospitals, AsiaMed Connect, Health risks, Stroke, Understanding causes of stroke

A stroke, or brain attack, is caused by the sudden loss of blood flow to the brain or bleeding inside the head. Both can cause brain cells to stop functioning or die. When nerve cells in the brain die, the function of body parts they control is harmed or lost. Depending on the part of the brain affected, people can... Read More

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