We all have scars from small incidents, scars left by acne. We certainly want to get rid of them. We've tried everything with creams that promise miracles, and it hasn't worked. There are a few natural and simpler methods for eliminating or ...
Hairdressers and consumers handling hair bleaches containing ammonium, potassium and sodium persulfates are exposing themselves to risks of respiratory and skin pathologies. Ammonium, potassium and sodium persulfates, used for their oxidizing propert
When it comes to joint pain, what you eat can make all the difference. An anti-inflammatory diet, rich in fruits, vegetables, spices such as turmeric and ginger, and antioxidants found in red fruits, legumes, dark chocolate and green tea, helps to so
World Widows' Day is celebrated every June 23. It is a reminder of a reality too often relegated to the background, that of the thousands of women who, after the loss of their spouse, have to face alone a world that is often harsh, unjust and...
Working in a seated position for eight hours a day is a serious health hazard. Yet this has been the lot of more and more employees worldwide since technology revolutionized data transfer and task organization in the professional world. Nowadays, mo
If sleep deprivation is bad for your health, irregular wake-up and bedtimes can also have harmful consequences. People with irregular sleep schedules are more likely than others to suffer from metabolic diseases such as diabetes, obesity, unhealthy..
Melon is rich in soluble fibre, which plays a very important role in colon hygiene. Soluble fibers absorb water as they pass through the digestive system, resulting in heavier, more voluminous stools. As a result, the passage of stool through the...
The National Assembly, in collaboration with the Fondation Brazzaville, leader of the Lomé Initiative on falsified medical products, and the Togolese State, political leader, represented by the Ministry of Health, organized an information and communi
The onion, an ever-present vegetable in our kitchens, is packed with health benefits. Recent scientific research has highlighted its therapeutic benefits for the heart, liver, kidneys and prostate, as well as its potential role in the management....
The idea may sound like something out of astrology, but scientific research suggests that the month of birth may well play a role in future health. There's nothing mystical about this phenomenon. It can be explained by environmental factors, such...
Headache is a very common pain. For this reason, we often tend to downplay its importance. We simply wait it out, either dipping into the many over-the-counter remedies available or, at best, making a trip to the pharmacy. But what could these ...
From sweltering heatwaves to devastating floods and the insidious proliferation of infectious diseases, climate disruption poses a complex and growing threat to humanity. The World Health Organization (WHO) sounded the alarm at the UN climate...