The Power of Gratitude: A Pathway to Health and Happiness

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Gratitude, an often overlooked aspect of our daily lives, carries an extraordinary power that can transform our health, relationships, and overall quality of life. This article delves into the science-backed benefits of gratitude and offers practical ways to incorporate it into our daily routines. The Transformative Power of Gratitude In 2022, Ama Adowaa, a high school teacher found her world engulfed in flames. She lost her husband to cancer, her father to heart attack, and … Read more

Elon Musk’s Neuralink Receives FDA Approval for Human Trials

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Elon Musk’s brain-implant company, Neuralink, has received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to conduct its first-in-human clinical trial, according to the company’s tweet on Friday. The trial will involve a small number of patients with severe paralysis who will be implanted with Neuralink’s brain-computer interface (BCI) device. The device is designed to help patients control external devices using only their thoughts. This momentous achievement marks a significant milestone in the field … Read more

Congenital Abnormalities: What You Need to Know

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You may have heard the term “congenital abnormalities” or “birth defects” and be wondering what they are and what causes them. In this article, we will explain these conditions in simple language to help you understand them better. Definition Congenital abnormalities are deformities that occur during the development of the baby and can affect various parts of the body. They are also known as birth defects or congenital malformations. These conditions can range from mild … Read more

Community Health Workers in Addressing Health Disparities

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Introduction   Roles of the community health worker 1. Health education and promotion They educate the community about healthy lifestyle behaviours, disease prevention and self-care practices.   2.  Support and therapy to individuals CHWs provide support and counselling to persons with chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, asthma, and HIV/AIDS. CHWs help individuals manage their conditions and prevent further complications that can lead to hospitalization and disability.   3. Aid access to healthcare services CHWs, … Read more

6 Ways to Improve your Mental Health

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Introduction Mental health is the general psychological well-being of an individual. It includes our emotional, social, and psychological functioning and it affects how we think, feel, and act. Also, it influences how we respond to stress, interact with others, and make good decisions. Maintaining good mental health can prevent or reduce the severity of mental health conditions such as anxiety, and depression. Below are some ways for maintaining optimum mental health.       1. Eat … Read more