Dr Gloria
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Tech Neck and Digital Posture Problems: The Hidden Health Risks of Screen Time
What is Tech Neck? “Tech neck” is a modern health issue caused by excessive screen time and poor posture while using digital devices. Whether you’re scrolling on your phone, working…
Swimmer’s Ear (Otitis Externa): Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
What is Swimmer’s Ear? Swimmer’s ear, medically known as otitis externa, is an infection or inflammation of the external auditory canal (the outer ear). It is commonly seen in swimmers…
Five Toilet Habits That Might Be Dangerous to Your Health
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What toilet habits comes to mind? But even before then, let’s start with what goes on in the toilet? Did I hear someone say peeing, pooing, and in some combined…
Leg Cramps: Causes And How To Stop It Immediately
Imagine this; it’s a lovely Saturday evening. You’re lying on the bed and you feel this sudden cramp-like pain at the back of your leg (calf muscles). You’re confused, you…
Diphtheria: The Resurface of this Vaccine Preventable Disease
Do you know that Diphtheria was referred to as the ‘Strangling Angel of Children’ This was because of the presence of wing-shaped, thick, gray coating called a “pseudomembrane” that formed…
Acute Laryngitis: Ever lost your voice? Find out more!!!
Hello everyone. Compliments of the season to you and yours!! Here’s to a healthy 2023 for us all! It’s still harmattan season and you know what that means? Did I…
Seven Healthy Tips For Harmattan
‘Tis the season to be jolly! But how can you be jolly during this harsh climatic season? Is it cold, dry or hot?! You guessed it! When it comes to…
Sadness vs. Depression – The Essentials
Millions of people experience sadness or depression at some point in their lives. However, recognizing the difference between a diagnosis of depression and the emotion of sadness is important. We…
Sleep and Its Benefits To The body
Sleep is an essential part of our lives and a basic need for everyone. It has a significant impact on our ability to cope with day-to-day life. While there is…
Importance of Regular Deworming In Adults and Children
Worms infect more than one-third of the world’s population, with the most intense infections in children and the poor. In countries such as Nigeria, children are more affected after breastfeeding…
