Studies have revealed that cervical cancer, prostate cancer and breast cancer are amongst the top ten types of cancers that hugely affect communities in Tanzania. Dr Beda Mlamala, a cancer expert from Buganda Hospital in Mwanza, made those remarks during the journalists’ training in Mwanza that French Development Agency and Agha Khan supported. “Lack of...
How to tighten and increase vagina lubrication
One of the vagina’s superpowers is its elasticity. A vagina can stretch and return to its normal size in a short period. With age, childbirth and other underlying issues, your vagina can get a bit lax and probably dry as well. Laxity is a common problem among females, and they can feel embarrassed and uncomfortable...
Different ways to fast during lent season
Lenten season is observed by most Christian churches, including Roman Catholics, Lutherans, Anglicans, Episcopalians, Presbyterians, Methodists and Moravian. Many struggles as to how to observe their fasting. What should one refrain from, how long should one fast and the times for prayers. There are a few different types of fasting that one can observe, and...
Why is it a must to have honey at home?
Honey is a practical and nutritious food; for centuries it has been essential for humans. It is a natural energy source, has several medicinal properties, as well as being an excellent ally for beauty, preventing acne and hydrating hair. Honey is a natural remedy with no secondary effects that can be employed to treat various...
A polio case in Malawi leaves Kenyans alerted
Following the outbreak of Polio in Malawi, Kenya has intensified its polio surveillance amid concerns of the spread of the disease to other African countries. Kenya’s Director-General of Health, Patrick Amoth, said since the country shares borders with Somalia, it has always been on high alert on a potential outbreak. Last week, the index case...
Kenyan doctors successfully perform penile surgery
Erectile dysfunction, a taboo topic among many African men, has finally gotten a permanent solution as Kenyan doctors successful performed a penile surgery on a man battling impotence. The man in his 40s was battling impotence for years and had opted for other treatments without success. In this case, Dr Ahmed Yousef, a consultant urologist...
Dialysis go cheaper in Tanzania, the government announces
In the bid to bring about relief to the citizens on the expenses of hemodialysis treatments in Tanzania, the government, through its chief spokesperson, Mr Gerson Msigwa, said the Medical Store Department has entered a contract with suppliers and manufacturers of hemodialysis equipment. Mr Msigwa said the manufacturer agreed to sell a single set of...
What to eat based on your blood type
Did you by any chance think that some of your health issues could be caused by your blood type reacting to certain foods? And eating a diet based on your blood group helps you get healthier. Proponents suggest that blood type determines foods that are best for your health. A naturopath, Peter D’Adamo, wrote a...
Did you know that walking increases creativity?
Scientists’ research on how the human brain works have proven that movement helps us think creatively. A person’s creative output is 60% higher when walking compared to when they sit. People are constantly advised to exercise as it helps with healthy physic and a healthy mind. Most people who find time to exercise are highly...
Tanzania: Citizens advised not to fret over the seasonal influenza
The Ministry of Health, Community Development, Gender, Elderly and Children released a statement on the widespread flu, sore throat, headaches, tiredness, body pain, and fever stirring fear over the presence of the new Covid variant ‘Omicron’ in the country. A statement signed by the Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Aifello Sichalwe asked citizens not to fret...