Preeclampsia is a common condition affecting women in pregnancy. Occurring after 20 weeks of pregnancy, it is associated with new-onset high blood pressure (hypertension) and protein in the urine (proteinuria). Additional signs include low levels of platelets, which help the blood clot, and abnormal kidney or liver function tests. As the name suggests, preeclampsia is …
Lassa fever is a viral illness that has become a public health concern worldwide, particularly in West Africa. The disease causes severe and life-threatening symptoms, making understanding its causes, symptoms, and treatment options crucial. In this article, we’ll explore the world of Lassa fever to keep you informed and help protect you and your loved …
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Testosterone is a powerful hormone responsible for several key functions in males, including sexual characteristics, bone density, muscle mass, and fat distribution regulation. As men age, testosterone levels gradually decline, leading to several health problems. However, a bigger societal concern is the persistent, consistent decline of testosterone in men over decades. What’s happening? Why is testosterone …
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Several African countries have confirmed multiple cases of the Marburg virus. Just recently, the ministry of health in Tanzania confirmed the death of five people due to the virus. The mortality rate of the virus is approximately 50% although it could be as high as 80% or as low as 20%, making this a highly …
River blindness, also known as Onchocerciasis, is a neglected tropical disease affecting millions worldwide, primarily in sub-Saharan Africa. The disease is caused by the filarial parasite Onchocerca volvulus and is transmitted through the bite of infected blackflies (Simulium spp.). The consequences of river blindness can be devastating, leading to skin lesions, eye damage, and eventually …
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The global burden of morbidity and mortality due to cardiovascular diseases is significant. More than 550 million people worldwide have cardiovascular problems, and it was responsible for 18 million fatalities in 2019.1 In America two people die every 68 seconds due to cardiovascular disease.2 To comprehend the pathophysiology of this group of disorders, many factors …
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Racial disparities in healthcare have been well documented in the United States, with Black and Brown communities experiencing worse health outcomes and receiving lower quality care than their white counterparts. One study found that Black patients are far more likely to die from preventable causes than white patients. One way in which Artificial Intelligence (AI) can …
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Despite only being around five inches long, the kidneys in the human body play a crucial role in ridding the body of toxic waste products. Kidney failure is a leading cause of death worldwide. It is estimated that around one person in ten has some form of kidney disease.1 Each kidney has almost a million …
Diabetes is a chronic (long-lasting) illness that affects how the body turns food into energy. It causes the body to prepare food improperly for energy utilization. When a person has diabetes, the body either can’t use insulin properly or doesn’t produce enough of it. The majority of the food a person with diabetes consume is …
Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) is a rare but deadly virus disease that is transmitted from wild animals to humans and spreads in the human population via human-to-human transmission. The illness begins with symptoms such as a high fever, extreme weakness, muscle discomfort, and a sore throat. Vomiting, diarrhea, and – in certain circumstances – both …