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Category: Health

March 28, 2025April 6, 2025

LGBTQ+ couples may be able to have their own biological kids

Exciting breakthroughs in reproductive science are offering hope to LGBTQ+ couples longing to have biological children. Recent research conducted by Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) has unveiled a groundbreaking technique called in vitro gametogenesis (IVG), which has the potential…

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March 25, 2025April 6, 2025

Right amount of stress can be good for you

Stress has a bad reputation, when we talked about, usually bad things come to mind: anxiety, burnout, and overall negative health effects are associated with it. Chronic stress is indeed dangerous and pretty bad for your health, but not all…

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March 4, 2025April 6, 2025

Scientists in Israel creating testicles with hope to help men with infertility

Scientists in Israel have managed to create artificial testicles in what could be a significant step in helping men with fertility issues. The testicles, or testes, are responsible for sperm production and androgen synthesis which play a part in male…

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February 27, 2025April 6, 2025

‘Sober curious style’ a choice to avoid alcohol for a while can greatly improve your quality of life

Sober curious style might be your best choice if you feel like reducing your alcohol intake would have a positive impact on your physical and mental health. You don’t have to struggle with addiction to recognize that drinking doesn’t serve…

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February 7, 2025April 6, 2025

Psychologists say that overeating might be sign of depression

Clinical psychologists have stated that overeating and oversleeping could be a sign of depression. They explained that these signs were the coping mechanism of people with depression, urging those with such experience and their relatives to seek prompt medical attention.…

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February 6, 2025April 6, 2025

Males born to obese mothers more likely to develop health issues as adults: Research

Males born to obese mothers are more likely to be overweight at birth and suffer metabolic issues later in life, such as liver disease or diabetes. The way that male sex hormones activate pathways in the developing liver is partly…

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February 2, 2025April 6, 2025

Male infertility contributes about 50 percent of total cases, WHO report.

The World Health Organization (WHO) recently reported that around one in six couples globally are affected by infertility. For many years, people tended to blame women for a couple’s infertility especially in African countries. But it’s now known that male…

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December 17, 2024April 6, 2025

Husbands who take on more housework improve mental health of their wives

Husbands who help around the house aren't just pulling their weight, they're improving their wives' mental health. Research shows that when men take on more cooking, cleaning and ironing duties, their female partners are less likely to suffer with depression.…

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November 18, 2024April 6, 2025

The high rate of neurological diseases in Africa burdens the continent

Across the world, 43 percent of the population, or 3.4 billion people, live with a neurological disease. The main question turns around why the rates are the highest in Africa and how is the issue is being tackled. The high…

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July 26, 2024April 6, 2025

Talking to yourself is not always insane, researchers  

It can be uncomfortable to be caught talking to oneself in certain situations. It may give the impression that one has lost their sanity. Generally, speaking is seen as a means of communication, so talking to oneself without directing it…

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June 7, 2024April 16, 2025

Humanity Before Sexuality: Rwanda’s Shining Example on LGBTIQ+ Community Rights

Whereas members of the LGBTIQ+ community in other East African countries are an endangered lot, in Rwanda, they are thrilled by efforts to guarantee and protect their fundamental human rights like all other citizens.  The government of Rwanda, in partnership…

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May 15, 2024April 6, 2025

24 hours a day, how long you should spend sitting, sleeping and exercising each day

For an Australian study suggests standing for at least five hours a day is vital for 'optimal' health. Researchers believe they have discovered exactly how long we should spend sitting, sleeping, standing and exercising every day to have, and keep, a…

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May 1, 2024April 7, 2025

African journalists unite to decolonize health reporting

As the whole world is concerned about misinformation and disinformation while dealing with epidemic diseases that attack people's lives, health journalists have resolved to tell the African stories from the continent's perspective. This was the outcome of a six-week fellowship…

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March 17, 2024April 6, 2025

What’s wrong with AstraZeneca’s covid-19 vaccine?

Recently, many European countries are suspending the use of AstraZeneca’s covid-19 vaccine on their people, the main presented reason is the blood clotting fear, but what’s really is wrong with the vaccine? According to the BusinessToday.In, an Indian magazine, at…

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March 12, 2024April 2, 2025

Right mindset and effective strategies helps to take full control during tough times

As the popular saying goes, “Tough times don’t last, but tough people do.” In life, people sometimes encounter challenging moments that leave them feeling unmotivated and overwhelmed. Whether it’s a personal setback, a demanding work situation, academic struggles, family issues,…

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March 9, 2024April 6, 2025

The most fertile people die early and the chances of having twins increase with aging

One of the puzzles of evolution is why we peter out into old age once we can no longer reproduce. Now, scientists believe that aging may be a consequence of how we evolved to reproduce, and it's all a result…

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March 4, 2024April 6, 2025

Some people can’t tell the difference between sinus infection, cold and allergies

It can be difficult to tell the difference between a cold, a bacterial sinus infection, and allergies. Getting a stuffy nose and headache are common symptoms of all three of these conditions, which can cause a lot of confusion for…

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February 28, 2024April 6, 2025

Research suggests that male and female brains are wired differently since biological sex shapes them

The results of a study published in February 2024 by a team of researchers at Stanford University have shed new light on the controversial subject of whether men and women have different brains. According to the authors of the study,…

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February 26, 2024April 6, 2025

Hair loss problem haunts not only old people but can be tackled

Hair loss is sadly not something reserved for old people, it can happen to anyone. Good haircare habits are essential for caring for your scalp and nurturing your hair’s strength and vitality. |I was never the type of person to…

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February 20, 2024April 6, 2025

Allocating budget on mental health across Africa as crucial step to recognize the seriousness of the issue

If many of African people are experiencing mental health challenges, it's crucial to recognize the seriousness of the situation. Blaming others might serve a purpose at times, but when it comes to mental health, it's essential to move beyond finger-pointing,…

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February 16, 2024April 6, 2025

Cannabis myths as Germany moves in favor of legalizing the drug

Germany might be the next country to legalize cannabis, but the drug is still shrouded in misinformation. DW's fact checking team examines four myths surrounding cannabis and whether or not it should be legal. Should cannabis be legal? Several governments,…

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February 16, 2024March 20, 2025

Cannabis myths as Germany moves in favor of legalizing the drug

Germany might be the next country to legalize cannabis, but the drug is still shrouded in misinformation. DW's fact checking team examines four myths surrounding cannabis and whether or not it should be legal. Should cannabis be legal? Several governments,…

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February 8, 2024April 6, 2025

One in 10 premature births in United States linked to plastic chemicals: study

One in 10 premature births in the United States have been linked to pregnant women being exposed to chemicals in extremely common plastic products, a large study said on Wednesday. The chemicals, called phthalates, are used to soften plastic and…

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February 5, 2024April 6, 2025

Surrogacy in infertility treatment being a viable option for couples struggling to conceive

Surrogacy is a fertility treatment in which a woman, known as a surrogate mother, carries a pregnancy to term and gives birth to a child for another couple, known as the intended parents. It can be a viable option for…

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January 30, 2024April 6, 2025

Playing musical instrument sharpen the brain as people grow, study suggests

Playing a musical instrument hits a high note for brain health particularly the piano, it is linked to improved memory and the ability to solve complex tasks, according to a new report published Jan. 28 in the International Journal of…

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January 29, 2024April 6, 2025

Covid-19 epidemic heating up for nine consecutive weeks in Japan

The Covid-19 epidemic in Japan has been heating up for nine consecutive weeks as new mutant strains have spread. The Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare of the Japanese government stated that the number of confirmed cases has increased, and…

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January 26, 2024April 6, 2025

WHO warns for ‘Disease X’ that might be 20 times more dangerous than coronavirus

The World Health Organization (WHO) has revealed that there are fears of an epidemic called “Disease X” spreading in the world, which is 20 times more dangerous than the Corona epidemic. During a recent session of the World Economic Forum,…

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January 26, 2024April 6, 2025

December was named Constipation Awareness Month, why treatment matters

Although constipation is very common, if it is overlooked, it can eventually cause complications, some of which may be serious, says Professor Olusegun Adekanle, a consultant gastroenterologist with the Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospital Complex. December was named Constipation Awareness…

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January 18, 2024April 6, 2025

20 percent of adult people snore on regular basis, study

Some may not want to hear this, but snoring is a serious health problem. It's not only annoying for the people you're sleeping with but it also complicates your own rest. According to studies, 40 percent of adults occasionally snore,…

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January 16, 2024April 6, 2025

Some people’s favorite breakfasts can harm their dental hygiene

Breakfast is touted as the most important meal of the day because it kick-starts your metabolism and gives you the energy to run for most of the day. However, the wrong choice of meal could leave you feeling hungry shortly…

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January 13, 2024April 6, 2025

Overweight people can have trouble thinking properly, the study.

More than just your physical, health might be affected by the size of your waistline, says the new study that investigated the relationship between visceral fat and brain cognition, and found that people with excess body fat could have trouble…

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January 12, 2024April 6, 2025

Morning exercise burns more fat but afternoon one reduce the risks of premature death, study.

A recent study involving more than 90,000 people, says that afternoon exercise may reduce the risks of premature death more than morning or evening workouts. The study also finds that physical activity at any time of the day is better…

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January 12, 2024April 6, 2025

Women need to work on glutes muscles found in the buttocks to sculpt a perfect bottom.

Many times women feel left out when an article focuses on male fitness goals such as biceps, a toned chest and abdominal muscles. A well sculpted bottom happens to be an important aspect of a female’s good looks more than…

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January 11, 2024April 6, 2025

Green tea contains caffeine, people with high blood pressure advised not to take much

People with high blood pressure and other blood conditions are advised to avoid drinking a lot of green tea at a time, nutritionist and other health scientists say that it contains caffeine. They should consult with nutritionists or dietitians before…

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January 10, 2024April 6, 2025

Family history might be a root cause of depression, a review by doctors

Medical experts propose some reasons that might be the root causes of depression, among others family history, childhood abuse or relationship issues and being submitted to chronic stress. Research suggests that depression is not simply a chemical imbalance. According to…

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August 11, 2023April 30, 2025

Blasting vaccine inequity, Rwanda eyes to become vaccines hub in Africa

Rwanda has committed to host the vaccine-manufacturing hub in order to share vaccines with the rest of East Africa as a way of strengthening regional integration and building regional capacities in the region whose healthcare system was caught off-guard recently…

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July 11, 2023April 16, 2025

Rwanda Using Decentralized Health System to Overcome COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy

Rwanda’s decentralized community-based care, an approach aimed at bringing health workers closer to the population at the village level, has played a crucial role in tackling the COVID-19 pandemic and countering vaccine hesitancy in this East African nation. The proposed…

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February 6, 2023April 6, 2025

English breakfast kills it all

Breakfast is undoubtedly an important meal, and each country has its own typical breakfast to enjoy. Some are well known, such as the classic croissant to be enjoyed in France, or the eggs with bacon typical in the U.S. But…

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April 27, 2022April 16, 2025

Community Health Workers Aiding the Fight against Drug Resistant TB

Multi-Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis (MDR-TB) is among the biggest challenges facing tuberculosis (TB) treatment in Rwanda and other African countries.  MDR-TB occurs when TB causing organism resists treatment.  This resistance is often as a consequence of either improper treatment plans such as…

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March 31, 2022April 16, 2025

From Traditional Healers to Doctors, Community Health Workers Improve TB Treatment in Rwanda

According to the World Health Organization, there were 7841 cases of tuberculosis in Rwanda in 2008. This has gradually reduced to about 5800 cases in 2020, thanks to the contributions of the Community Health Workers (CHWs). Since its inception in…

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January 25, 2022April 16, 2025

Medical oxygen produced inside the hospitals ended its insufficiency during the covid-19

It was not frequent in Rwanda to admit patients under oxygen in hospitals before covid-19, except for special cases; medical oxygen was kind of expensive, and not all health facilities had the required infrastructures. Most health facilities used oxygen cylinders…

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November 2, 2021March 20, 2025

Ways to get rid of smelly fart

Different people get bothered by smelly fart either from others or themselves. Some condemn the person who fart in public but don’t really understand what causes smelly fart or ways to get rid of it. Scientists say that smelly fart…

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March 18, 2021April 6, 2025

If covid-19 vaccine is people’s rights, why not the choice of the right one?

Different people keep complaining about not being able to get the vaccine of their choice even if they have been allowed to have one; some countries decided to suspend the vaccination using certain sort of jab while other countries mostly…

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March 16, 2021April 6, 2025

Covid-19 vaccine; pregnant women are to choose to be vaccinated

As many countries are vaccinating their people in big number, for pregnant and breast-feeding women it’s still not confirmed either they may get vaccinated or not. One of the reason they give is that the vaccine was not tested on…

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August 8, 2020April 6, 2025

Coronavirus’s era is expected to increase the obesity rate

Coronavirus pandemic is expected to contribute greatly to the increasing of obesity and overweight in the world; as the current crisis and the need to self-isolation is prompting many to rely on processed food with longer shelf life and canned…

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