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South Africa Gender-Based Violence

What does 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence mean when woman are still dying in South Africa and across the globe?

Heart attack and Sudden cardiac arrest: What is the difference?

Heatwave deaths in elderly double over 20 years as climate change hits health

Sickle cell disease dispropportionately affects Black people and increase risk of COVID-19

Patients with sickle cell disease may be at higher risk for certain COVID-19 complications and death, according to results of two studies presented at ASH Annual Meeting and Exposition.

TB: Ten things you need to know about Tuberculosis (TB) in Developing countries

One of the most common issues plaguing developing countries is a lack of proper medical care. As a result, millions of people around the world die of a treatable disease. Tuberculosis (TB) is among the top infectious diseases that cause death among impoverished countries. Here are some important facts about TB in developing countries.

Blood Pressure – how to lower blood pressure in 8 easy ways

With 1 in 4 people living with hypertension, it’s clear that our lifestyles are putting us at risk. Follow these steps to lower your blood pressure

Women are still facing the deadly threat of the military in the Sudan

Women activists, journalists, artists and protesters remain at the forefront of the continuous struggle against the militarization of the state in Sudan.

AHO plans to tackle Domestic Violence in Africa and in BAME in the UK

Domestic violence affects millions, both women and men, of every race, religion, culture and status. It’s not just punches and black eyes — it’s yelling, humiliation, stalking, manipulation, coercion, threats and isolation. It’s stealing a paycheck, keeping tabs online, non-stop texting, constant use the silent treatment, or calling someone stupid so often they believe it.

AHO calls for an Africa-wide diabetes screening programme

An Africa-wide type 2 diabetes screening programme should be introduced to help diagnose people earlier and prevent complications, AHO said. This is because people may have type 2 diabetes without any symptoms for many years before they are diagnosed.

Diabetes – How to recognise signs of hypos and how to help

A hypo is when the blood sugars drop too low - this can be dangerous if not treated immediately, as it means the brain does not have enough energy to work properly