Drinking two liters or more per week of artificially sweetened beverages — the equivalent of a…
Category: Wellness
‘Parrot fever’ outbreak in Europe has led to deaths of five people
A deadly outbreak of psittacosis, a bacterial infection also known as parrot fever, has affected people…
How sleep can affect diabetes risk, according to a new study
Getting only a few hours of sleep per day may do more harm than just causing a groggy…
Top five cancers: Symptoms you should look out for to get help
The top five cancers in East Africa are breast, cervical, prostate, oesophagal and colorectal cancers. If…
How can I find out if I have prostate cancer? A urologist explains
Prostate cancer remains a significant concern in my practice, which is why I emphasize the importance…
7 Medications That Can Cause Dry Eye
If you’re suffering from dry eye, take a look in your medicine cabinet. Dry eye can…
Mystery of common mushroom growing from an amphibian shows how little we know about fungi
Fungi are fascinating and integral parts of the web of life. They also have a bit…
Orthorexia: An eating disorder that few people understand and many accidentally applaud
Jason Wood was sitting in a restaurant on vacation with his husband, angry and upset because…
What The CDC’s New COVID Isolation Rules Mean For You
There’s been a big shift in the CDC’s recommendation for people who are sick — and…
Agitation in Alzheimer’s Disease: A Guide
Agitation commonly appears in later stages of Alzheimer’s disease. Both nondrug alternatives and medications may help…