The harmful effects of alcohol on health

Many of us drink alcohol to relax and socialize. But drinking too much alcohol can negatively affect your physical and mental health, your actions, and your decision-making. There are many short and long-term side effects of alcohol consumption. No level of alcohol consumption can be considered safe. To reduce the risk of harm from alcohol-related disease or injury for healthy adults: drink no more than 10 standard drinks per week drink no more than 4 standard drinks on any one day But some people need to take more care. You…

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Rwanda’s Changing Family Dynamics: Analyzing the Decline in Births per Mother

The number of children per mother in Rwanda has been steadily declining, reflecting significant changes in societal norms, access to education, and healthcare services. According to data from the National Institute of Statistics of Rwanda (NISR), the Total Fertility Rate (TFR) dropped from 6.1 children per woman in 2005 to 3.8 children in 2022. This decline is a result of concerted efforts in family planning and women’s empowerment, reshaping family dynamics across the country. From Six to Four: The Journey of Fertility Decline In 2005, the average Rwandan woman had…

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Rwanda Denies Suppressing Information on Marburg Outbreak, Reports 58 Infections and 13 Deaths

The Rwandan government has firmly denied allegations that it withheld information about the arrival of the Marburg virus in the country, emphasizing that it disclosed details as soon as they were available. This clarification came from the Minister of Health, Dr. Sabin Nsanzimana, during a virtual press briefing held on Thursday. The initial cases in Rwanda were detected on September 27, 2024. On October 8, the Ministry of Health reported that there have been 13 fatalities and 14 recoveries among the 58 total confirmed cases. Dr. Nsanzimana highlighted Rwanda’s extensive…

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A reliable way to help you avoid body odor

Body odor, caused by a combination of skin bacteria that lead to sweat, can be prevented. As many people observe, this odor can also be triggered by hormones, illnesses, medications, or specific conditions, all of which contribute to an unpleasant smell. Sweat alone does not cause body odor, but after interacting with the bacteria on your skin, it produces a smell that can be bothersome to those around you. Sometimes, you may meet someone who smells like garlic, spices, onions, or other foods. However, a person can still have body…

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Mpox : La Situation Actuelle et les Efforts de Lutte en Afrique

En Afrique, la situation de la maladie Mpox,  continue d’attirer l’attention des autorités de santé publique et des organismes internationaux. Plusieurs pays du continent, notamment la République Démocratique du Congo, le Nigéria, et le Ghana, continuent de signaler des cas sporadiques de la maladie, bien que les taux d’infection semblent être en baisse par rapport aux pics observés dans les années précédentes. Les autorités sanitaires africaines, en collaboration avec l’Organisation mondiale de la santé (OMS) et les Centres africains de contrôle et de prévention des maladies (CDC Afrique), multiplient les…

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Understanding the Difference between HIV and AIDS

Many people often struggle to distinguish between HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) and AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome). This confusion can lead to misconceptions, increasing the risk of contracting or spreading new HIV infections. As reported by Sante.fr, HIV is a virus that attacks the body’s immune system. If an infected person is not properly managed by maintaining a healthy diet and following medical guidance the virus can weaken the immune system, eventually leading to AIDS, which is a condition characterized by a set of severe illnesses or opportunistic infections that severely…

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Hepatitis: A Silent Killer Threatening Millions Worldwide

The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that by 2040, the number of deaths caused by hepatitis will surpass those caused by AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria combined. Recent data released by the WHO shows that various types of hepatitis kill nearly one million people every year around the world. WHO Director-General, Dr. Tedros Ghebreyesus, noted that besides the deaths, a large number of people worldwide are living with the disease. He stated, “Millions of people globally live with hepatitis without knowing it, even though today we have modern tools for…

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Urutonde rw’indwara zikunze kwibasira abana n’ingaruka zazo ku buzima

Hifashishijwe ubushakashatsi bunyuranye na raporo zinyuranye ku ndwara zikunze kwibasira abana ndetse zikanabatwara ubuzima mu bice bitandukanye by’isi, cyane cyane mu bihugu biri mu nzira y’amajyambere, dore indwara 5 zikunze kwibasira abana bari munsi y’imyaka itanu. Zimwe muri izi ndwara ni: Umusonga (Pneumonia): Umusonga ni imwe mu ndwara yica abana benshi ku isi, cyane cyane muri Afurika no muri Aziya. Iyi ndwara iterwa ahanini na virusi cyangwa bagiteri, ikibasira ibihaha bigatuma abana babura umwuka cyangwa bikabaviramo urupfu mu gihe batavuwe hakiri kare. Inkorora ivanze n’ibicurane biherekezwa n’umuriro: Iyi ndwara irangwa…

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Indwara zitandura si izo gucyerensa, zikomeje guhitana benshi

Muri iyi minsi haravugwa cyane indwara zitandura, ariko igitangaje iyo habayeho kwigira hirya y’Umujyi wa Kigali, aho benshi bita mu cyaro usanga bakubwira ko batazizi, abandi ntibatinye gutangaza ko umuntu arwara cyangwa agapfa umunsi wageze. Ariko nubwo bimeze bitya ubushakashatsi bwerekanye ko mu Rwanda 44% by’abapfa bazira indwara zitandura, mu bajya kwivuza muri bo 51,8% ni abafite indwara zitandura. Ibi byatumye ikinyamakuru umuringanews.com kinyarukira mu karere ka Nyaruguru, mu mirenge inyuranye, hagaragara ko abaturage ubumenyi bafite ku ndwara zitandura ari ntabwo. Mukankusi Beatrice umukecuru w’imyaka 59, wo mu mudugudu wa…

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Monkeypox: Comprendre une Maladie Émergente

Le monkeypox, une maladie virale rare mais préoccupante, a attiré l’attention mondiale ces dernières années en raison de sa propagation hors des zones endémiques traditionnelles. Connue principalement dans certaines régions d’Afrique centrale et occidentale, cette maladie présente des caractéristiques cliniques similaires à celles de la variole, bien qu’elle soit généralement moins sévère. Cet article offre une vue d’ensemble détaillée du monkeypox, y compris son étiologie, sa transmission, ses symptômes, et les stratégies de gestion et de prévention. Agent Pathogène Virus Le monkeypox est causé par le virus du monkeypox, appartenant à…

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