On Thursday 5 March, the NGO International Volunteers for Health Promotion in Africa (VISA) raised awareness among Golfe 5 town hall staff about women's cancers (cervical and breast cancer). The session aimed to inform municipal officials about these
Health journalism in Africa is going through a critical period, facing a double challenge: a lack of resources and eroding public trust. This is the conclusion of the Africa Health Media Trends Report 2026, published by FINN Partners at a hybrid pres
At each stage of life, the human body goes through a series of problems that must be addressed. One of the most well-known problems is changes in eating habits. Here are some changes that occur in eating habits at ages 30, 40, 50 and 60.
A thesis defence on the health quality of cow's milk and its derivatives was held on Saturday 31 January at the University of Lomé. The work, presented by Yibor Jacques Aimé, focuses on the theme: ‘Evaluation of hygiene practices and the health quali
The Minister of Health, Public Hygiene, Universal Health Coverage, and Insurance, Jean-Marie Koffi Ewonoule Tessi, officially launched the harmonization of the dress code for healthcare personnel in Togo on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, in Lomé. The...
A mattress doesn't last for years. Back pain, waking up at night. Good support is essential to avoid back pain and problems. So it's time to invest in new bedding. Several signs should alert you to the need to change it.
Every year, heat waves are becoming more intense and longer lasting. While heat is often associated with fatigue or discomfort, its effects on health can sometimes be more serious. One of the first warning signs is headaches, a common symptom that...
The Noncommunicable Diseases (NCD) Surveillance Division, with the support of the Muslim Union of Togo (UMT), launched an awareness and screening campaign for high blood pressure (HBP), diabetes, and obesity on Monday, February 9, 2026, in Lomé...
Health is one of the greatest assets anyone can have. To be healthy, you need to adopt and follow preventive measures. 2026 is a new year, and this first month is the ideal time to make resolutions for your health and well-being. In Africa, where inf
Chest pain is a symptom, a form of pain that generally affects the anterior part of the chest and may be acute or chronic. This pain is accompanied by a number of characteristics that may enable the doctor to suspect its cause.
On 12 January 2026, Sena Agué, Executive Director of the Palliative Care Programme at the Togolese Association for the Promotion of Health and Community Development (ATPSDC), visited the Ében Ézer Medical and Social Centre in Dzrékpo-Amégnran, in the
The proliferation of sports betting, lottery games and online gaming platforms in Togo is causing growing concern among health professionals and social workers. Although these games are often presented as entertainment or an opportunity to make quick