Kissing is a universally loved act. Everyone craves a kiss that leaves you breathless and needing more. When the kiss is so good, it feels like nothing else matters around you, and the world is floating. That is because when you share a kiss with someone, a hormone called dopamine gets released, which makes you feel good.
But imagine hearing something that feels that good can also spread…
Sometimes, a headache, upset stomach or runny nose might just mean you have the flu, and a little home remedy or rest will ease these symptoms. However, if these symptoms persevere and become much more frequent even after much care, it is relevant to speak to a doctor and get a proper checkup because they might mean something more.
Ignoring health problems just because they seem familiar…
Did you know having sex during menstruation increases your chances of contracting an STD? Yes, it does.
Solomon Avidime, a professor of obstetrics and gynaecology at Ahmadu Bello University in Zaria, has warned against engaging in vaginal sex with a menstruating woman, citing the possibility of partners becoming infected with HIV and other STDs.
Prof. Avidime stated in an interview with…
A miscarriage, also called a spontaneous abortion, is an unexpected termination of a pregnancy in the first 20 weeks of the gestation period. A miscarriage will probably occur within the first trimester of pregnancy, and few might happen after 20 weeks.
Miscarriages are traumatic; they can leave deep sorrow, particularly if a woman and her partner have been trying hard to conceive. Many women…
People become addicted to caffeine without even realising it. It is perfectly normal to have a cup of coffee or even a glass of soda in the morning. However, when it becomes something you cannot live without, it becomes an addiction.
Caffeine addiction is considered excessive and harmful use of caffeine over time, which harms your health, social interactions, or other aspects of your…
Losing weight can be a real struggle for some people. Sometimes, it looks like no matter the effort you put in, there is no result, which can be frustrating.
Trying to lose weight goes beyond dieting and exercising. It would be best to focus on what you wish to accomplish and always remember that changes occur gradually.
Most of the time, people make common mistakes while trying to lose…
Diabetes is a chronic condition brought on by either insufficient insulin production by the pancreas or inefficient insulin utilization by the body. According to The Business Day Newspaper, over 11 million individuals in Nigeria are living with diabetes.
Dr Afoke Isiavwe, a medical expert in endocrinology, said people with diabetes should undergo routine foot examinations to reduce their risk…
There’s been an increase in cholera cases in Nigeria. According to the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC), 233 deaths occurred between January and September 25th, 2022.
The centre in charge of the national response to the ongoing cholera outbreak in Nigeria has announced the launch of a campaign to improve water, sanitation, and hygiene in the country.
When asked…
Is it possible to relieve headache symptoms without taking medication? Yes, it is.
Headaches are pains in the head or face that are often described as throbbing, constant, sharp, or dull. The type, severity, location, and frequency of headaches can vary greatly. Headaches are a common condition that almost everyone will experience at some point.
Understanding what causes or triggers…
Anxiety is like an uninvited guest. It can strike when you least expect it. Anxiety is a feeling of unease that can range from mild to severe and includes worry or fear. Everybody at one stage in their life has experienced anxiety symptoms.
Many people experience this feeling which can lead to other mental and physical health conditions. When a person suffers from anxiety, medication is…