What is West African Sleeping Sickness ? West African Sleeping Sickness also termed as West African Trypanosomiasis, which is also called Gambian sleeping sickness, is a long-lasting (chronic) infection. The infection spreads over time to affect the brain and spinal cord (central nervous system). Without treatment, this is a life-threatening condition. What are the causes …
What is West Nile Virus West Nile virus is a viral infection that is spread by mosquitoes. People can become infected if they are bitten by an infected mosquito. Most people who get infected with West Nile virus never have symptoms (are asymptomatic). Some people will have a sudden onset of fever (be febrile) and have mild …
What does it Takes to Lose Weight To lose weight, you have to eat fewer calories than your body uses for energy. Calories are found in foods that you eat and show the amount of energy in those foods. Some foods have more calories than others. For example, foods that are high in fat and …
The measurements that count Know your Body Mass Index (BMI) Over the past twenty years, Americans have become more familiar with specific measurements related to health, such as cholesterol levels and blood pressure readings. When it comes to weight-related health risks, there are three important numbers that you should know. The first is your actual …
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What is normal behavior for a child? Normal behavior in children depends on the child’s age, personality, and physical and emotional development. A child’s behavior may be a problem if it doesn’t match the expectations of the family or if it is disruptive. Normal or “good” behavior is usually determined by whether it’s socially, culturally, …
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Do my habits really affect my health? Yes, very much so. All of the major causes of death (such as cancer, heart disease, stroke, lung disease and injury) can be prevented in part by making healthy lifestyle choices. Don’t smoke or use tobacco. Smoking and using tobacco are very dangerous habits. Smoking causes 440,000 deaths …
What is Hearing Loss Hearing loss is a partial or total loss of the ability to hear. This can be temporary or permanent. It can happen in one or both ears. Hearing problems, especially when your child is very young, can affect your child’s education. It can also cause poor communication skills. Common causes of …
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