WHAT CAUSES RECURRENT HICCUPS
A hiccup is a common complaint, it occurs because of sudden contraction of the diaphragm. A hiccup is a common complaint, it occurs...
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BLOOD DISCHARGE FROM A BABY’S VAGINA: SCARY BUT…
A newborn girl may have little bloody discharge from her vagina. A newborn girl may have little bloody discharge from her vagina. Th...
Cesarean Section: What you need to know
Why would my doctor ask me to do an operation to deliver my baby? In this video, the doctor explains some common reasons for a Cesar...
HOW TO MANAGE COLD OR FLU AT HOME
Common cold is caused by viruses, and is common especially during the raining season What you may notice: o Running nose...
HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE IN PREGNANCY
A measured blood pressure is high when it is above 140/90 mm hg. A measured blood pressure is high when it is above 140/90 mm hg. If...
INFANT FORMULA: HOW TO CHOOSE AND PREPARE
The national policy on infant and young child feeding advocates exclusive breastfeeding for all babies until they are older than 6 m...
SAFETY MEASURES FOR A PREGNANT WOMAN
– Get enough rest, at least 8 hours a day – Keep a good hygiene – Do not cover your baby bump with seat belt Eat r...
Understanding Cholera: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions
Cholera is an acute diarrheal illness caused by infection of the intestine with the bacterium Vibrio cholerae. Though the disease ca...
COPING WITH STRESS
Everyone experiences stress but we react differently to stress, for instance some people overeat when stressed while some refuse foo...
Postpartum: What you should know
The days and weeks after you give birth are as important as the pregnancy period. It is the period immediately following childbirth,...
Placenta Previa: What is the cause?
In some instances, the placenta may be close to or covering the mouth of the womb. This causes bleeding and makes it difficult for t...
LEG SWELLING IN PREGNANCY: SHOUD I BE WORRIED?
The hormones of pregnancy make a woman to retain water. The water can accumulate in the hands, face or more often in the legs The ho...