What is the emergency contraceptive pill? This is a pill that is orally taken to prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex. It is also known as the morning after pill. The emergency contraceptive pills are recommended to be taken within 72 hours (3 days) after unprotected sex and 120 hours (5 days) in the case of […]
The thought of breast cancer or cancer itself may be a source of worries for many women. Fears include worries about treatment costs, anxiety, uncertainty about how it will impact your life or even mortality depression but this may not exactly be the case. Breast cancer is the cancer that forms in the cells of […]
To maintain a healthy pregnancy, approximately 300 extra calories are needed to be taken each day. These calories should come from a well-balanced diet of protein, fruits, vegetables and whole grain. These will help with pregnancy symptoms. It is usually hard to obtain these extra calories from just food therefore some supplements are necessary in […]
What is physical exercise? This is any movement that makes your muscles work and requires your body to burn calories. Examples of physical exercises Swimming Jogging Running Walking Dancing Benefits include: Improving mood Exercise has shown to decrease feelings of depression, sadness and anxiety thus making you feel happier. Weight loss Regular exercise has shown […]
The West African country of Equatorial Guinea declared an outbreak of the Marburg virus disease in mid-February. There have been at least 9 lab confirmed cases, 7 of which resulted in death, and 20 probable cases of dead individuals in this outbreak, according to the World Health Organization. Now, authorities in Tanzania, in East Africa, […]
Endometriosis is an inflammatory condition where the endometrial tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus. The common symptoms of endometriosis include dysmenorrhea which is painful heavy periods, dyspareunia which is pain during sexual intercourse, and chronic pelvic or abdominal pain. Pelvic pain associated with endometriosis often correlates to the menstrual […]
HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) is a viral infection that attacks the immune system and causes AIDS. HIV is a primarily Sexually transmitted disease transmitted through heterosexual and homosexual practice ie oral,vaginal and anal sex. AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) is a chronic, potentially life threatening condition caused by the HIV, which damages your immune system and […]
The love season is upon us! We send our heart-felt greetings and love to you this season. When we love, we always strive to become better than we are, when we strive to become better than we are, everything around us becomes better too, so this valentine season #Letusmakeyoubetter at Ruth health Pharmacy. This season […]
Diabetes Diet What is a diabetes diet? This is a healthy eating plan that will help you control your blood sugar. It involves eating the healthier foods in moderate amounts and sticking to regular meal times. A diabetes diet involves eating 3 meals a day at regular times. A a diabetes diet is one of […]
What is oral hygiene? This is the practice of keeping your mouth clean and disease free. Proper oral hygiene is essential for healthy teeth and gums. Importance of proper oral hygiene It prevents cavities It prevents gum disease It prevents halitosis (bad breathe) It keeps your smile beautiful and bright. How to maintain proper oral […]
