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In Togo, honey remains a foodstuff that is widely used for its various virtues. It is used for both therapeutic and dietary purposes. Honey's diverse properties make it both a food and a highly prized medicine. So, for commercial and economic reasons
The number one reason for consulting a neurologist, migraine has a major impact on social and professional life. It is the leading cause of absenteeism from work.
The testicles are part of the male reproductive system, producing sperm for reproduction and hormones such as testosterone. But sometimes these organs can become swollen. Why does this happen? What can be done about it?
L’automédication correspond à la prise d’un ou de plusieurs médicaments sur initiative personnelle, en l’absence de prescription médicale ou à une modification apportée sciemment au protocole d’une ordonnance. Au Togo, selon une étude réalisée en 200
Occupational therapy is a medical and therapeutic paramedical speciality with medical, psychosocial and educational foundations. Occupational therapists are health professionals who provide support to people with disabilities or difficulties in their
An implant is a type of titanium screw, fixed in the bone like the root of a natural tooth. According to Dr Georges Tokofai, President of the Ordre National des Chirurgiens-Dentistes du Togo (ONCDT) and Director of the Centre Dentaire International d
One morning, you notice blood in your saliva. The sight of this blood is worrying. Is it normal? Why should it be? According to Dr Jean-Claude Bakpatina, General Practitioner at the Floréal clinic in Lomé, medication, poor dental hygiene and tumours
Sleep quality is directly associated with heart health. Poor sleep is associated with a significant increase in the risk of heart failure. Heart failure occurs when the heart is unable to pump enough blood to meet all the body's energy needs. The sym
Self-medication is the practice of taking one or more medicines on one's own initiative, in the absence of a doctor's prescription, or by knowingly modifying the protocol of a prescription. In Togo, according to a survey carried out in 2003, 93% of t
Nouvelle percée majeure dans le domaine en pleine effervescence des vaccins ARN anti-cancer : l’équipe du professeur Olivier Adotévi (CHU de Besançon en France et togolais d’origine), vient de publier des résultats positifs, six ans après le lancemen
The bones, muscles, tendons and ligaments of each foot work with the ankles to support weight and enable walking, running, jumping and standing. But all these actions sometimes cause wear and tear. Circulation to and from the feet slows down, and blo
The periodontium is a part of the dentition composed of supporting bones, tissues, fibers and gums. The health of this part of the jaw is just as important as the health of the teeth. If the periodontium is in poor condition, there's a good chance we