The increased risk of opioid poisoning among pediatric patients The misuse of opioids is becoming a great concern, particularly in countries such as the US. A study published in the Jama Network revealed that abuse of opioids caused 9000 deaths among children in America between 1999 and 2016. Estimates also indicate that close to 18 […]

How to curtail the spread of infectious diseases Infectious diseases spread rapidly among people. They are transferred from one human or animal to another by microscopic organisms known as pathogens; these include viruses, fungi, parasites, and bacteria. They get into the body through openings such as the mouth, nose, and anus. There are various ways […]

The benefits of influenza vaccination for teachers, law enforcement and social workers Law enforcement, teachers, and social workers play a significant role in serving and protecting society. They are at the forefront in advocating for the improvement of humanity. Their job is demanding, and they continuously have to interact with the public. That places them […]

Domiciliary Care Domiciliary care is the provision of home care to people who cannot function independently; they rely on others for personal care and home chores. Most of the elderly prefer domiciliary care rather than being in nursing homes. That is because they are more comfortable in their homes. Domiciliary care workers provide a wide […]

How the growth in lifestyle diseases like heart attack, diabetes, cholesterol, hypertension, etc. affect the life of nursing professionals Lifestyle diseases are on the increase globally. According to the World Health Organization, approximately 40 million people die every year due to these ailments. 8.8 million die due to cancer, and an additional 1.6 million die […]

Breast cancer screening and its subsequent effects Mammography is the screening of breasts to detect cancer at an early stage. It encompasses the use of low energy X-rays to identify tumors. Women, particularly those aged 50 to 74, are advised to go for cancer screening every two years. There are benefits and harms of having […]

Nursing homes versus homecare As people start aging, they become dependent on others to carry out tasks such as home chores and personal hygiene. At this stage, one may require to either go to a nursing home or hire a caregiver to take care of them at home. Choosing between the two can be challenging. […]

What is the Difference Between Western Medicine and Alternative Medicine? Also known as biomedical medicine, western medicine encompasses the use of scientifically proven treatments to heal ailments. Alternative medicine entails the use of non-scientific methods to cure diseases. Although both of them aim at curing diseases, they are different. Western medicine is evidence-based; research reveals […]

Obesity as a Medical and Social Problem Obesity is increasingly becoming a global problem. It affects not only people’s health but also their social life. A person with a Body Mass Index (BMI) above 30 is obese. Those with a BMI above 40 have extreme obesity. Obesity is a health problem that not only contributes […]

School-based Health Care and Educational Success of Children School-Based Health Centers (SBHCs) have played a significant role in the lives of students; they enable easy access to medical services at school. That has positively contributed to students’ academic success. SBHCs are either located inside the school compound or next to the school. They have health […]