Jatropha gossypifolia or red Jatropha, also known as « Babatidjin » in Ewe in Togo and "Gnoukpotounvôvô" in Fon in Benin, is one of the most widespread plants in tropical Africa. The young leaves and stem are generally dark purple in colour. Througho
It's sometimes difficult to prioritise your own well-being, given the stressful life you lead at the office or in the departments. However, by adopting a few healthy habits, you can turn your working day into an energising experience that's good for
Newborns and children are fragile and more exposed to disease. This is also the case for the elderly. While children's vulnerability is due to their embryonic immune system, in the case of the elderly it is due to a reduced capacity of the immune sys
Every 28 April, the world observes World Day for Safety and Health at Work (WDOSH). It's an important opportunity to raise awareness and mobilise people around the crucial issues of safety and health at work, and to take concrete action to create a s
Preoccupied with their libidinal performance, many users regularly resort to tablets, decoctions, powders and barks. These are products that boost sexual stamina and appetite. Men and women alike use and abuse these aphrodisiacs, which are freely av
Smile Train, the world's largest cleft charity, and Scottish charity Kids Operating Room are working to improve human health and tackle the proliferation of greenhouse gases. As part of the commemoration of Earth Day, the two organisations have set t
Le bananier est connu pour son fruit. Mais en réalité chaque partie du bananier possède des avantages énormes pour la santé. Souvent on ignore que les feuilles sont également des sources de bienfaits santé pour l’organisme.
L’urine peut révéler l’état de santé d’une personne. C’est ainsi qu’il faut toujours vérifier la couleur et l’aspect de l’urine. Il arrive des fois que l’urine devienne mousseuse. Est-ce un signe d’une quelconque maladie ?
At the heart of the medical emergency chain, ambulance drivers play an essential and often little-known role. Their profession, although sometimes underestimated, is of vital importance to the healthcare system. These dedicated professionals are ofte
From 8 April to 27 May 2024, the Institut National d'Assurance Maladie (INAM) is organising a mobile free medical consultation campaign in Greater Lomé to offer medical care to the population.
Le jeudi 11 avril 2024 a été célébrée la Journée mondiale de la maladie de Parkinson. Cette maladie neurodégénérative affecte environ 4 millions de personnes dans le monde. Très peu connue au Togo, elle touche principalement les personnes âgées.
The scanner installed in the radiology department of Besthesda hospital in Agou Nyogbo effectively started operating on Monday 20 November 2023. After 6 months, the results are positive. The 32-bar scanner is already a source of great satisfaction to