Gut Health What does the gut consist of? The gut refers to your gastrointestinal (GI) system, which consists of a long hollow winding tube that starts from your mouth and travels all the way through your digestive system. The health of this system generally depends on the types and levels of bacteria found in your …
Elementor #3206 A world with access to good quality healthcare coverage for everyone is one we all wish to live in, but for health systems to work, they must work for everyone, no matter who they are, where they live, or how much money they have. There are many barriers to accessing all-inclusive health care, …
Ear Health Your ears have two main functions, hearing and balance, and they need to be taken care of just like our eyes, nose and teeth. The ears’ functions depend on specialised receptors called hair cells that are found in our inner ear. The ear consists mainly of three parts: The outer ear, which provides …
International Stress Awareness Day International Stress Awareness Week is a major annual event focusing on stress management and campaigning against the stigma associated with stress and mental health issues. It was established in 2018 to raise awareness about stress prevention. The highlight of the week is Stress Awareness Day, established over 24 years ago in …
World Mental Health Day World Mental Health Day is commemorated every year on 10 October with the overall aim of raising public awareness to make issues related to mental health a global priority. This year, the theme is “Back to Basics”, which aims to bring awareness to the various types of mental health illnesses people …
World Alzheimer’s Day Wednesday 21 September is World Alzheimer’s Day. The day is observed to reignite awareness of the debilitating disease, its sufferers, the families of those affected, and hopes for cures or treatment. It’s also put in place to debunk myths and strive to resolve stigma. Purple is the official color of the Alzheimer’s …
World Suicide Prevention Day The purpose of World Suicide Prevention Day Suicide can affect every one of us. Each suicide is devastating and a tragedy. It has a profound effect on those around the victim. By raising awareness, reducing stigma and encouraging well-informed action we can reduce the prevalence of suicde globally. World Suicide Prevention …
Eye Health It is very important to look after you eyes– 80% of what we perceive comes through our sense of sight. Some diseases may cause you to lose your sight and therefore it’s very important to keep on top of your eyes’ health. What does 20/20 vision mean? If you can see an object that is …
World Breastfeeding Day World Breastfeeding Week is celebrated in the first week of August to mark the anniversary of the Innocenti Declaration. However, some countries choose to celebrate it at different times of the year. This year there will be a focus on strengthening the capacity of actors that have to protect, promote and support breastfeeding …
Elementor #2332 The liver is responsible for processing nutrients, filtering the blood, and fighting infections. When the liver is damaged (or inflamed) these functions are impaired. This can happen due to several reasons. A big one is alcohol misuse, of course, but other factors can weigh in: toxins, some medications and certain medical conditions. However, …
