The vagina is acidic and more so than the rest of the woman's body. This acidity serves to protect it from microbes and to keep its flora healthy. As a cavity open to the outside world, this warm, moist space can easily become a nest of germs, if the
There are many types of fat in food. Some are healthy and others are harmful. Hydrogenated fats are vegetable fats that can behave like other animal fats in the body. They are also known as trans fats, which change their composition, appearance and t
Every year, the month of November is dedicated to raising public awareness of men's health issues, particularly male cancers (prostate, testicular and penile cancers). Prostate cancer isthe most common cancer in men. Occurring after the age of 50, pr
Walking is often underestimated, yet it is one of the essential pillars of good health, alongside a balanced diet and psycho-emotional harmony. Simple, accessible and effective, walking for an hour a day can transform your sense of well-being. Regula
Breast cancer is one of the most serious cancers with a significant mortality rate. In Togo, reducing mortality from this cancer is a major public health challenge. The management of breast cancer has been greatly improved over the
Sleep and relationship problems feed off each other, increasing the risk of long-term health problems. Sleeping less than seven hours and the stress of arguments are two factors that can increase the body's inflammation level. A risk factor for diabe
When a lump is felt in the chest, it usually causes a panic wind. Women are used to automatically associate it with breast cancer. Yet there are many tumours that are not cancerous.
Heart attack, heart failure, palpitations, angina pectoris. Whether they affect the heart, lungs or even legs, these symptoms should not be taken lightly.
Regular consumption of fish appears to have a favourable effect on cognitive function, and in particular on the rate of decline. The results, published in the journal Scientific Reports and in the paediatric journal Acta Paediatrica, show that young
Escherichia coli encore appelé E. coli est une bactérie courante dans l’intestin humain et celui des autres animaux à sang chaud. Alors que la plupart des souches sont inoffensives, certaines sont pathogènes et peuvent provoquer des maladies d’origin
The Directorate of Pharmacy, Medicines and Laboratories (DPML) is alerting the Togolese population to the fact that certain medicines have been banned from sale in pharmacies in Togo. This decision was taken in application of the precautionary princi
Stretching gives you an almost immediate feeling of fullness. It allows you to start the day on the right foot