The self claimed big weight city musician, Bebe Cool was last year given 247 million Uganda shillings by the government for treatment in USA over the bullets a policeman shot him while the singer was walking out of a Kampala club. But now he wants another 2.9 billions shillings from the same president Museveni’s […]
Pawpaw fruit is recommended for people with skin disorders eg eczema and acne because of its richness in vitamin A. Pawpaw is an ideal remedy for gastritis and ulcers. One should eat pawpaw regularly because it lowers body inflammation and alleviates pain caused by injuries, chronic joint inflammation and cartilage disease. The high amounts […]
People living with HIV in Uganda and Africa in general are in trouble due to limited access of CD4 machines. And the situation gets worse when some of the few CD4 machines available in some African communities are stolen. For example suspected thugs recently went away with a CD4 machine in Teso sub region […]
The fungus that causes candidiasis feeds on sugar and yeast, so you must absolutely avoid all types of foods containing these substances during initial phase of treatment. During the course of candidiasis infection, avoid foods with mold aged cheese, nuts, nut butters and consuming alcohol contents is not good for people undergoing candidiasis treatment. […]
Many people especially in slums produce bad breath. When they talk one feels bad smell. But this can be avoided and in this news article we bring to you how it can be stopped. How to avoid bad breath: avoid spicy foods, onions and where applicable avoid eating too much garlic. Brush your teeth […]
Wearing of closed high heeled shoes is one of the major causes of corns (enkyakya). Some of the remedies for corns are as follows: Use a pumice stone to gently rub the corns after soaking them in warm water for about 30 minutes. Apply baby oil on it and never use a sharp blade […]
Systems of Tuberculosis (TB) and malnutrition often go together. A child with the disease may fail to gain weight, lose energy, and have cough lasting for more than two weeks. That child may look unhealthy, have prolonged fever and is tired all the time. In addition, a child with TB may find it hard […]
Children who have been contacted with an adult with TB (Tuberculosis) should be examined and get screened for TB. If you have had a persistent cough, keep babies surroundings clean, airy and dry. Early diagnosis and successful treatment of an infected adult is the best way to protect our children against TB. BCG immunization […]
Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is one of the common female disorders in Uganda and Africa. It is affecting about 10% of the women of reproductive age in Uganda, Zimbabwe and Senegal among other countries. The symptom of polycystic ovarian syndrome and severity varies. It can be mild, moderate and severe. The women suffering from […]
Ways to bid malaria farewell are many. Sleep under treated mosquito nets and stay away from swamps. Take malaria medication when traveling to an area where you think that there are many mosquitoes. Keep your windows and doors closed in the evening hours. Wear long sleeved shirts and pants in the evening. Use indoor […]