My people, ndewo nni  It is a profound honour to address you in this edition of our community magazine. As a son of this soil and a medical practitioner, my goal is to bridge the gap between our rich heritage and modern medical knowledge. Today, I wish to speak about a condition that walks silently...

As a medical doctor, I have witnessed firsthand the impact of mental health issues on individuals, families, and the community as a whole. Mental health is just as important as physical health, and it is essential that we prioritize our well-being. In this publication, I aim to raise awareness about mental health, reduce stigma, and...

What is a Stroke? Stroke, also known as brain attack, occurs when the blood supply to the brain is interrupted, either due to a blockage (ischemic stroke) or a rupture (hemorrhagic stroke) of blood vessels. This deprives the brain of oxygen and nutrients, leading to damage or death of brain cells. Risk Factors While stroke...

What Is Alzheimer’s Disease? Alzheimer’s is a disease that robs people of their memory. At first, people have a hard time remembering recent events, though they might easily recall things that happened years ago. As time goes on, other symptoms can appear, including: People with Alzheimer’s might forget their loved ones. They might forget how...

You can enjoy a better body by knowing what’s natural as you age and what’s not and by learning simple steps you can try to delay or reduce the changes.   Your Heart Works Harder As you get older, your blood vessels and arteries become stiffer. Your heart has to work harder to pump blood....

What is a heart attack?A heart attack occurs when blood flow to the heart is blocked. Without blood and the oxygen it carries, part of the heart starts to die. A heart attack doesn’t have to be deadly. Quick treatment can restore blood flow to the heart and save your life. Your doctor might call...

What to Expect in Your 60s Surveys show that aging and happinejss often form a U-shaped curve. The line dips slowly from your youth to your middle years, then rises in your 40s and 50s. About 1 in 3 people in their 60s say they’re “very happy” — slightly more than those under 35. Life...

Heart disease may be a leading cause of death, but that doesn’t mean you have to accept it as your fate. Although you lack the power to change some risk factors — such as family history, sex or age — there are some key heart disease prevention steps you can take. You can avoid heart...

Menopause is the end of a woman’s menstrual cycles. The term can describe any of the changes you go through just before or after you stop having your period, marking the end of your reproductive years. Menopause Causes Women are born with all of their eggs, which are stored in their ovaries. Their ovaries also make the...

Diabetes is a number of diseases that involve problems with the hormone insulin. Normally, the pancreas (an organ behind the stomach) releases insulin to help your body store and use the sugar and fat from the food you eat. Diabetes occurs when one of the following occurs: When the pancreas does not produce any insulin...