The Kidneys are a pair of organs in the abdomen that removes waste and extra water from the blood (as urine) and help keep chemicals such as sodium, potassium and calcium balanced in the body.The Kidneys also remove acid that is produced by the cells in the body and maintain a healthy balance of water,…
Dental/Oral Health is concerned with the care of the teeth, gums and mouth. The goal is to prevent complications such as teeth decay (cavities) and gum disease and to maintain the overall health of the mouth.Healthy mouth, free from infections, injuries and other problems with teeth and gums, is important in maintaining our overall health…
What is Physiotherapy and what role does it play in the health-care system? How important is its services for the health-care system?Physiotherapy also known as Physical Therapy is a critical component of the healthcare system and one of the allied health professions. It seeks to provide, maintain or restore health through physical examination. Physiotherapy is…
What is Physiotherapy and what role does it play in the health-care system? How important is its services for the health-care system?Physiotherapy also known as Physical Therapy is a critical component of the healthcare system and one of the allied health professions. It seeks to provide, maintain or restore health through physical examination. Physiotherapy is…
October Breast Cancer Awareness Month is a period used to raise awareness about the devastating impact of Breast Cancer.It’s estimated that 7.8 million women have been diagnosed with Breast Cancer in the last five years making it the world’s prevalent cancer.In 2020 about 2.3 million women were diagnosed with cancer globally and about 685,0000 died….
On Sunday, September 11, Keyna Health Show will conclude our discussion about Geriatrics and Geriatric Syndromes. Geriatric Medicine is a specialty of medicine focusing on the physical, mental and social well-being of the elderly people.It aims to promote their health, by preventing and treating diseases & disabilities.Geriatrics Syndromes refer to common health conditions in the…
On Sunday this week precisely on August 21,2022, Keyna Health Show will complete the second and concluding edition of the program on Healthy Vision. What is regarded as a healthy Vision?Healthy Vision refers to a normal visual acuity comprising, clarity and sharpness of vision, measured at a distance of 20 feet. Once you have the…
Post-traumatic stress disorder is caused by witnessing or being part of a frightening or shocking event, and it can affect day-to-day life and productivity. In this article, we discuss a few ways that you can keep its symptoms under control.Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is best known as the condition that affects people who have served…
The study authors proposed the potential benefits of tourism, sometimes called “travel therapy,” in treating people with #dementia. One definition of tourism the researchers used was “visiting places outside one’s everyday environment for no longer than a full year.” They note that the experience of tourism has four main components to it:-how it impacts feelings,…
Mental health conditions, even when they’re temporary, can affect every area of your life. While psychotherapy is a powerful and effective tool for treating mental health, you may find that you need other kinds of treatment or support to get the best outcomes. The American Psychological Association confirms that blending psychotherapy with medication works for…