Health and medicine

 What is malaria Malaria is  a serious and sometimes fatal disease caused by a parasite that commonly infects a certain type of mosquito which feeds on humans . People who get malaria are typically very sick with high fevers, shaking chills, and flu-like illness. Malaria is not spread from person to person like a cold or the flu, and it cannot be sexually transmitted. You cannot get malaria from casual contact with malaria-infected people, such as sitting next to someone who has malaria. Globally, the World Health Organization estimates that in 2020, 241 million clinical cases of malaria occurred, and 627,000 people died of malaria, most of them children in Africa. Because malaria causes so much illness and death, the disease is a great drain on many national economies. Since many countries with malaria are already among the poorer nations, the disease maintains a vicious cycle of disease and poverty. Malaria Symptoms Some main sign of malaria are. Include fever and flu  ...

What is Cholera               Cholera is  an acute diarrheal illness caused by infection of the intestine with vibrio cholerae bacteria  People can get sick when they swallow food or water contaminated with cholera bacteria. The infection is often mild or without symptoms, but can sometimes be severe and life-threatening . Causes 1.  Surface or well water. Contaminated public wells are frequent sources of large-scale cholera outbreaks. ... 2.  Seafood. Eating raw or undercooked seafood, especially shellfish, that comes from certain places can expose you to cholera bacteria. ... 3.  Raw fruits and vegetables. ... 4.  Grains . A bacterium called Vibrio cholerae causes cholera infection. The deadly effects of the disease are the result of a toxin the bacteria produces in the small intestine. The toxin causes the body to secrete enormous amounts of water, leading to diarrhea and a rapid loss of fluids and salts (electrolytes)...

  Anxiety Anxiety is  a feeling of unease, such as worry or fear, that can be mild or severe . Everyone has feelings of anxiety at some point in their life. For example, you may feel worried and anxious about sitting an exam, or having a medical test or job interview.business problem,its all about worried for your life. People with anxiety disorders usually have recurring intrusive thoughts or concerns. They may avoid certain situations out of worry. They may also have physical symptoms such as sweating, trembling, dizziness, or a rapid heartbeat. Anxiety Symptoms  Common anxiety signs and symptoms include: Feeling nervous, restless or tense Having a sense of impending danger, panic or doom Having an increased heart rate Breathing rapidly (hyperventilation) Sweating Trembling Feeling weak or tired Trouble concentrating or thinking about anything other than the present worry Having trouble sleeping Experiencing gastrointestinal (GI) problems Having difficulty controlling ...

Anemia Definition                                                                                                                                                       Anemia is  a condition in which the body does not have enough healthy red blood  cells . Red blood cells provide oxygen to body tissues. Different types of anemia include: Anemia due to vitamin B12 deficiency. Anemia due to folate (folic acid) deficiency . There are many types of anemia,Loss of blood is the most common cause of anemia. Anemia can be temporary or long term, and it can range from mild to severe. Treatments for anemia range from t...

Acne ACNE DEFINITION Acne is a skin condition that occurs when your hair follicles become plugged with oil and dead skin cells. Acne usually appears on your face, neck, chest, back and shoulders. Effective treatments are available, but acne can be persistent. The pimples and bumps heal slowly, and when one begins to go away, others seem to crop up. Acne is most common among teenagers, with a reported prevalence of 70 to 87 percent. Increasingly, younger children are getting acne as well. Depending on its severity, acne can cause emotional distress and scar the skin. The earlier you start treatment, the lower your risk of lasting physical and emotional damage. SYMPTOMS Acne signs and symptoms vary depending on the severity of your condition:W hiteheads (closed plugged pores)B lackheads (open plugged pores — the oil turns brown when it is exposed to air)S mall red, tender bumps (papules)P imples (pustules), which are papules with pus at their tipsL arge, solid, painful lumps beneath the ...

                                                                                                                  Healthy                                                                                                                                 Eating healthy is often seen as a daunting task. But it doesn't have to be! With the right knowledge and understanding, you can make healthier fo...