What exactly is oxytocin? Oxytocin is a hormone that acts as a neurotransmitter. It plays an important role in reproduction. The hormone has also been shown to decrease stress and anxiety levels when released into certain parts of the brain. In females, the hormone triggers labour and the release of breast milk. In males, it […]
Introduction Real men get tested for diseases and screening tests can find diseases early, when they’re easiest to treat. Ensuring that you get all the required tests can make a huge difference not only to your health, but to the wellbeing of those who love you. Your doctor can tell you which diseases to be […]
Introduction Chronic pain is defined as pain that lasts at least 12 weeks. The pain may feel sharp or dull, causing a burning or aching sensation in the affected areas. However, chronic pain is different from typical pain. With chronic pain, your body continues to send pain signals to your brain, even after an injury […]
Introduction Cancer is an umbrella term for a large group of diseases caused when abnormal cells divide rapidly, and spread to other tissue and organs. Cancer is one of the leading causes of death in the world. Growth and Metastasis In a healthy body, the trillions of cells it’s made of grow and divide, as […]
Introduction Striving to relieve stress and anxiety are common experiences for most people. In fact, 70% of adults say they feel stress or anxiety daily. However, stress is manageable and can sometimes be avoidable. Ways to Relieve Stress and Anxiety Exercise Firstly, exercise is one of the most important things you can do to combat stress. […]
Introduction How high is your risk of diabetes? A recent Swedish study shows that men with the highest levels of psychological distress – including anxiety, depression, and sleepless nights – were 2.2 times more likely to develop diabetes than those with the lowest levels. Risk of Diabetes: Firstly, if you are living with high levels […]
Self-examination for testicular problems Self-examination for testicular problems…. Where do we start? We hear all the time that woman should check for lumps in their breasts, but it isn’t often that we hear how important it is for men to check for lumps or abnormalities in their testicles. Consequently, cancer of the testicles is the […]
Introduction Female body language is not all that different from that of men. However, female body language does have a few noticeable differences that both sexes can make note of. Men and women have completely different courtship behaviors. Women with large eyes, a small nose, full lips and high cheeks are seen by men as more […]
What are STIs STIs (Sexually transmitted infections) are infections or diseases that are passed on during unprotected sex with an infected partner. So this includes vaginal, anal or oral sex. Consequently, some STIs can be passed on by just skin-to-skin contact. What causes sexually transmitted diseases (STDs): Firstly, bacteria, including chlamydia, gonorrhoea, and syphilis Secondly, […]
STROKES – WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW A stroke was once viewed as a single damaging attack. However newer research shows it develops over years. Risk factors or conditions that may lead to stroke include high blood pressure, smoking, heart disease, and diabetes – and the risk increases with age. Below is information on strokes that […]
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