Lemongrass, also known by its scientific name Cymbopogon citratus, is a well-known herbaceous plant here in Togo. ‘Tigbé’, its common local name, grows everywhere in our communities. Its leaves are aromatic and have powerful medicinal properties. Lem
The human body is a complex machine that works tirelessly, 24 hours a day. However, it requires regular maintenance to continue operating optimally. If you ask yourself, ‘Am I healthy? Do I have a disease?’, you should know that worrying can be detri
The year 2025 saw a significant reduction in international health aid for many African countries. According to the WHO, external health aid fell by 30% to 40% compared to 2023, causing major disruptions to essential services, including vaccination, m
Sugar encourages snacking. It seems incomprehensible to constantly need fuel when you are often refuelling, but there is a physiological explanation. It is the result of the combination of glucose and insulin. When we consume too many carbohydrates,
The Director General of the National Meteorological Agency (ANAMET), Dr Issaou Latifou, has provided clarification on the absence of the Harmattan in southern Togo, marked by unusual rainfall observed from December 2025 to January 2026. This situatio
The President of the Council, Faure Gnassingbé, visited the construction site of the Regional Agricultural Mechanisation Centre (CRMA) in Tchitchao and the Prefectural Hospital Centre (CHP) in Kantè on Monday 26 January 2026.
La Société Togolaise de Biologie Clinique (STBC) a organisé son sixième congrès scientifique du 28 au 30 janvier 2026 à Lomé, réunissant biologistes médicaux, médecins, chercheurs, décideurs publics et partenaires du secteur de la santé. Cette...
Bananas and pineapples, widely available in markets, are not only delicious. They are also true allies for good health. They are natural medicines that are accessible, economical and well suited to the African context. When incorporated into the...
SUN Pharma a organisé, un symposium scientifique autour du thème, « Les nouvelles perspectives dans la prise en charge du paludisme en Afrique et dans le monde » le 10 janvier 2026 à Lomé. Cette rencontre qui a rassemblé des professionnels de santé,
Arteries are tubes that carry oxygen-rich blood from the heart to various tissues and organs in the body. Healthy arteries have smooth inner walls that allow blood to flow easily. Blocked arteries result from the buildup of plaque along the...
By looking after your health, you're building a brick in the edifice of your life every day. Here are seven habits that are just as many bricks to lay every day. These tips are even more important when you're over 25 years old.
Political instability, social upheaval and polarising public debates are all factors of uncertainty that seem to have intensified in recent weeks. While these situations are often beyond our direct control, they do not leave our mental health unscath