When an elderly person is diagnosed with a serious illness, they have to face up to the fact that they will no longer be able to enjoy the same lifestyle as before. This can be destabilising, not only for them but also for their family and friends. I
The Knowledge, Attitudes, Practices and Beliefs (KAPB) survey carried out in Togo in 2012 on tuberculosis confirmed that powerful metaphors associating tuberculosis with death, guilt and punishment, crime, horror and "others" built and legitimised th
Whatever the time of year, some people wake up every morning with a blocked nostril, or even the whole nose. This unpleasant symptom, which makes you want to sleep clutching a handkerchief, is disabling and affects quality of life. Dr Jean-Claude Bak
To reinforce and boost awareness of the programme's various interventions, namely the continued use of long-lasting impregnated mosquito nets (LLINs), the National Malaria Control Programme has organised a caravan in the district capitals of the regi
From the age of 60, you need to adapt your diet and take care not to eat too much of certain foods.
Haemorrhoidal attacks, an uncomfortable and painful condition, can disrupt daily life and cause significant discomfort. Understanding the causes, symptoms and means of relief can help you get through this difficult period and minimise recurrences. Wh
The Ministry of Health has issued a warning to the public about the use of certain medicines to treat colds and flu. In a press release issued on 27 October 2023, the Minister of Health, Prof. Moustafa Mijiyawa, advised against the use of oral pseudo
Eucalyptus is a tree native to Australia, widely known for its benefits for the respiratory tract. What are the properties of eucalyptus and how is it used for lung health?
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
Troisième cause de mortalité, après les cancers et les cardiopathies ischémiques, et première cause d’incapacité motrice, les accidents vasculaires cérébraux (AVC) sont aujourd’hui un réel problème de santé publique au Togo. Des études menées récem
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.
According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), pneumonia has claimed the lives of more than 800,000, responsible for 15% of all deaths of children under 5 worldwide. Pneumonia continues to wreak havoc, killing a young child every 39 seconds worldw