It’s not news that women love to care for their hair just as much as they do their bodies. Relaxing, dying, stretching, and many other things women do to their hair to make it look good. Yes, looking good is good business, but at the same time, we should also be aware that by doing all of these to the hair frequently, we put it at risk.
Hair treatments can lead to hair breakage, which will, in…
Breastfeeding has been the subject of numerous stories over the years, some of which are real and others that are not. When new mothers hear such tales, it scares them, and they start to doubt if nursing is best for them and the child.
Listening to such stories should not be a priority rather it is important to note that every mom has a unique experience with breastfeeding because no two people…
One of the many concerns women have during pregnancy is weight gain. Thoughts like “oh I’m getting too fat, will I be able to push when the time comes?” clouds their minds.
As valid as these concerns may seem, it is essential to remember that weight gain during pregnancy is normal.
Whatever the case, a pregnant woman should avoid dieting or attempting to reduce weight during her…
Hair loss is a disturbing condition that affects 25 percent of women and 50 percent of men over 50 globally. This condition can result from different factors, not just age.
Genetics, emotional trauma, hormonal changes, strict dieting, medications, lifestyle choices, and even menopause can cause your hair to fall off.
Additionally, one of the leading causes of hair loss is autoimmune diseases. In…
Ever been to a doctor to get some advice or even get treated and get embarrassed just describing your symptoms? Many women have had one of those days. You know those questions they ask that make you want to sink into the ground? It’s okay sis. Almost everyone has been there.
Talking about personal issues, especially those relating to health, can be a bit…embarrassing. It is no surprise if…
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common hormone disorder that affects women of childbearing age. It can cause various symptoms, including excess facial and body hair and hair loss.
While some women with this condition experience excess hair growth in unusual places in the body, others experience severe hair loss, also called female patterned baldness.
Why does PCOS cause hair loss?
The female…
It is not abnormal to lose a bit of hair. We lose about 50-100 hairs daily. However, when it begins to fall incessantly and in large quantities, you may be experiencing alopecia areata.
Alopecia is a relatively common autoimmune disorder that causes people affected to lose hair unpredictably. Sometimes it appears in small circular bald patches on the head or the temples. It can be extreme and…
Anna Qabale Duba, a Kenyan nurse who campaigns against Female genital mutilation ( FGM), has been crowned World Best Nurse.
Qabale is the first recipient of the inaugural Aster Guardian Global Nursing Award. She also won a prize of $250,000 (£205,000), which she says made her “speechless.”
Anna Qabale Duba’s colleagues describe her as someone who shows up and goes the extra mile…
There’s been a mysterious increase in cases of child hepatitis worldwide. The condition first spotted in the UK has now jumped to 300 cases in Europe, with small numbers also reported in the Americas, western Pacific, and South East Asia.
Adenovirus, which resurfaced as the pandemic began to ease is the suspected cause of the surge in hepatitis. The first case was discovered in Scotland. Now…
The United States Supreme Court is poised to rescind its abortion law; a 1973 decision that legalises in the country.
According to a document obtained by Politico, 36 million American women will lose their legal right to access safe abortions within the country if the law goes through.
The supreme court is reviewing the law -based off a statute Roe Vs Casey- because the state of Mississippi asked…