While hypertension requires careful medical management, there are non-drug alternatives that can help reduce blood pressure. In addition to stopping smoking and reducing salt consumption, diet can also play a major role. Celery, for example, is one o
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
The 5th edition of the MaBEST is already in full swing on the Totsi site in Lomé. The mayor of the Golfe 5 commune, Kossi Aboka, officially set the tone on September 14, 2023. The event was attended by Dr Géraud Hellow, Country Director of Vétérinair
From September 18 to 23, 2023, the world celebrates World Reflexology Week. This ancient practice offers a multitude of physical and mental health benefits. In Togo, to mark the event, the Association des Praticiens de la Réflexologie du Togo (APRT)
Teething is a stage in life that often worries parents when it happens to a very young child. Tough, tough, when the first milk teeth start to erupt. Admittedly, this unpleasant moment is unavoidable, but there are a few tricks that can help.
Sinusitis is an infectious or non-infectious inflammation of the sinuses. According to Dr. Jean-Claude Bakpatina, General Practitioner at the "Floréal" clinic in Lomé, sinusitis manifests itself in a variety of ways. Can it be prevented? What about t
Making love is a bit like artistic inspiration - you can't control it. In couples, the two libidos aren't always in sync, as some couples can attest. But not having the urge at the same time isn't a tragedy.
Diet plays a key role in the proper functioning of the kidneys, and particularly in preventing kidney failure. So what should you eat to avoid or reduce the risk of kidney disease or prevent complications? How can you protect your kidneys with a good
In Togo, health authorities estimate that a large proportion of men suffer from varying degrees of fertility problems, particularly poor or deteriorating sperm quality. Tobacco, alcohol, a sedentary lifestyle, junk food and a number of chemical produ
A high-risk pregnancy can occur at the beginning of pregnancy, throughout the nine months or during childbirth. Here are the main signs of a high-risk pregnancy.
Taken together, rare diseases represent a major public health challenge. Many of them are also so-called "orphan diseases", i.e. pathologies for which there is little or no treatment. In Togo, according to Mathieu Yakanou, State Nurse at the USP K