Health Hub

Coughs are very aggravating. They affect everyone and discriminate against none. Worst of all, they seem to linger and take a long time to get over—yes, we lose years over a cough (though they usually...

Alas, sore throats! What better way to describe them other than irritating and aggravating? They're a sensation of scratching within the throat—annoying as it draws attention to yourself with the constant...

Cancer is often a difficult, sad and emotional topic to speak about. Whether it is yourself or someone you know, everyone will have heard of breast cancer at some point in their life.

You can perform breast visual and physical self-tests on yourself regularly to detect breast cancer early. Although this is not a definitive test, it is a valuable tool to detect breast cancer early.

Our feet are often neglected, even though we spend so much time standing on them! Despite our feet being used from the moment we wake up, we usually overlook good foot care.

Foot care problems are common. The feet take the body's weight and are constantly on the move. A quarter of human bones are found in the feet alone. Therefore, it is unsurprising that there are a range...

Sleep is such a commodity. Lack of sleep, or insomnia, is a common complaint, and yet it is by far one of the most frustrating. Admit it—we have all been there at one time or another. Whether our sleep...

It is time to end the taboo on intimate health issues. Many times, embarrassment and shyness may make an individual hesitant to seek help and advice when needed or seek incorrect advice. So, let’s bust...

You or someone you know may have experienced dandruff in the past. Some people find it embarrassing, especially when others point it out with the common question - ‘What are those white flecks on your...

Although head lice are irritating and frustrating, they are quickly treatable over the counter. A common misconception is that head lice indicate poor personal hygiene; however, this is not the case. In...

Scabies, an extremely contagious skin ailment, is caused by tiny parasites (Sarcoptes Scabiei). These parasites lay their eggs inside the epidermis skin layer and cause extreme itchiness, especially at...

In today’s world, it isn’t enough that our skin must look good, our hair must look good, and our clothes must look good. Even the contents of our ears are judged! Yes, we must admit that earwax does not...