Anti-microbial Resistance (AMR) occurs when bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites change over time and no longer respond to medicines, making infections harder to treat and increasing the risk of severe illness and death. This resistance can occur naturally over time but is accelerated by factors such as overuse and misuse of antibiotics in humans, animals, and agriculture.
The nocebo effect in medical studies represents how negative expectations and beliefs can undermine the effectiveness of medical interventions, rendering potentially beneficial treatments useless.
Lung cancer, the leading cause of cancer-related deaths, occurs when abnormal cells grow uncontrollably in the lungs, often leading to symptoms like a persistent cough, shortness of breath, and unexplained weight loss.
When Ugonna turned 55, he felt in the best shape of his life. His diet was balanced, he exercised regularly, and he went for yearly checkups. But during one routine visit, his doctor suggested a PSA (prostate-specific antigen) test.
Hepatitis is a medical condition characterized by the inflammation of the liver, the main organ responsible for various bodily functions, including detoxification, protein synthesis, and digestion.
World Hearing Day, observed every 3rd of March, is a WHO initiative aiming to raise awareness about hearing loss and promoting ear and hearing care globally.
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