According to a recent WHO report, 1.4 billion people had high blood pressure in 2024, but only one in five of them had it under control. This condition is one of the leading causes of heart attacks, strokes, and dementia. Every hour, more than 1,....
Sleep quality is directly linked to heart health. Poor sleep is associated with a significantly increased risk of heart failure. Heart failure occurs when the heart is unable to pump enough blood to meet the body's energy needs. The symptoms are ...
During pregnancy, food choices matter more than ever. They influence the health of the mother and the growth of the baby. Eating a balanced diet means choosing meals and snacks that are rich in essential nutrients. This helps you stay in shape and...
Malnutrition is a serious problem in Africa. All age groups are affected. Children, particularly schoolchildren and learners, face challenges related to nutrition and healthy living. This directly affects their health, their ability to concentrate,..
The National Social Security Fund (CNSS) has taken a decisive step forward in its social protection mission. On 9 July 2025, the institution significantly expanded Universal Health Insurance (AMU) coverage to new categories of beneficiaries. This ...
In Togo, school canteens play an essential role in children's educational success and health. They do more than just provide a meal; they are a real tool in the fight against malnutrition and a source of support for families. But what should these...
It can sometimes be difficult to prioritise your own wellbeing with the stressful life we lead at work or in the civil service. However, by adopting a few healthy habits, you can transform your working day into an energising and beneficial exper...
Everyone forgets their keys or struggles to find the right words from time to time, but these minor memory lapses become more frequent with age. A large-scale international study published in Nutrition Reviews shows that a vitamin can slow down br...
In a romantic relationship, certain actions and behaviours may seem insignificant. However, when they accumulate, they act like silent poisons, capable of gradually eroding intimacy and tenderness. Over the years, these ‘trivial’ attitudes can be...
Tomatoes (Solanum lycopersicum) are one of the most widely consumed fruit vegetables in the world, eaten raw, cooked, in juice, concentrate or sauce. Beyond their taste and culinary versatility, they are rich in vitamins, minerals, fibre and phy...
As the weather gets colder, a harmless habit can turn out to be dangerous: cold showers. Exposure to cold water, especially suddenly, can cause thermal shock. This phenomenon poses a risk, especially for people with blood pressure problems. A rapid..
In developing countries, hepatitis, particularly hepatitis B and C, is a major public health issue, causing many deaths each year. While it is well known that hepatitis B is transmitted through sexual contact, blood and perinatal transmission, ...