It has become almost automatic to take out the motorbike or car, even for journeys of just a few hundred metres. Going to buy bread around the corner, visiting a neighbour, dropping a child off at the nearby school... these are all short trips that c
Stretching causes an almost immediate feeling of fulfilment. It allows you to start the day on the right foot by getting rid of that feeling of stiffness when you wake up. Lengthening the spine allows you to relax by gently restarting the machine and
High blood pressure is the most common reason why Togolese people consult a doctor. It increases the risk of stroke, heart attack and kidney failure. As most people who suffer from it have no symptoms, it is important to check your blood pressure reg
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,