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Anti-Aging Guidelines

Dr Ochi IgbokoNovember 18, 2017

The term anti-aging has become somewhat of a buzzword associated with everything from eating antioxidant berries to getting Botox injections. While these things may have their benefits for improving the appearance of wrinkles, don’t be misled. When it comes to anti-aging, it’s all about taking preventive steps and sticking to a strong daily routine –...

Depression

Dr Ochi IgbokoMay 4, 2017

Depression is classified as a mood disorder. It may be described as feelings of sadness, loss, or anger that interfere with a person’s everyday activities. It is estimated that depression affects 1 in 20 individuals. People experience depression in different ways. It may interfere with your daily work, resulting in lost time and lower productivity....

Heart Attack, Coronary Artery Disease and Unstable Angina

Dr Ochi IgbokoFebruary 16, 2017

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...

Be A Lifesaver: Learn CPR

Dr Ochi IgbokoNovember 7, 2016

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a procedure to support and maintain breathing and circulation for an individual who has stopped breathing (respiratory arrest) and/or whose heart has stopped (cardiac arrest). Purpose CPR is performed to restore and maintain breathing and circulation and to provide oxygen and blood flow to the heart, brain and other vital organs....

Fertility and Infertility

Dr Ochi IgbokoApril 1, 2016

If you are considering having a baby, you probably have wondered how long it will take to get pregnant, when to have sex, and how often. What to do if you can’t get pregnant. Find the answers to your questions here. The Odds of Getting Pregnant. It is a common question: What are the odds...

Watch what you eat

Dr Ochi IgbokoDecember 22, 2015

Christmas is around the corner, a season of indulgence in so many unhealthy habits. In my previous articles earlier in the year i dwelt extensively on the need for healthy diet and exercise. This latest update from JOHN HOPKINS UNIVERSITY goes further to emphasize the importance of nutrition and exercise. This is an extremely good...

Prostrate Problems

Dr Ochi IgbokoOctober 10, 2015

What Is the Prostate? The prostate is a small gland in men that is part of the reproductive system. It is about the shape and size of a walnut. The prostate rests below the bladder and in front of the rectum. It surrounds part of the urethra, the tube that carries urine from the bladder....

Breast Cancer: What You Need To Know

Dr Ochi IgbokoJuly 12, 2015

Breast cancer is an uncontrolled growth of breast cells. To better understand breast cancer, it helps to understand how any cancer can develop. Cancer occurs as a result of mutations, or abnormal changes, in the genes responsible for regulating the growth of cells and keeping them healthy. The genes are in each cell’s nucleus, which...

“Guard your heart”

Dr Ochi IgbokoApril 4, 2015

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...