By Joke Kujenya HUMANITY’s AGE-long battle with malaria may soon turn a corner, thanks to a groundbreaking scientific discovery. For decades, the mosquito-borne disease has haunted tropical regions, claiming hundreds of thousands of lives each year, most of them children under five. But as the malaria parasite grows increasingly resistant to ...
By Joke Kujenya PCKED WITH fibre, antioxidants, and natural sugars, the crisp, juicy fruit known for keeping doctors away continues to earn its place as a dietary staple worldwide. Nutrition experts report that regular consumption supports healthy digestion, strengthens heart function, aids weight management, and lowers the risk of chronic il...
By Joke Kujenya FRESH DIETARY recommendations from the British Dietetic Association (BDA) have highlighted specific foods and supplements that can help reduce symptoms of chronic constipation, a condition affecting nearly 16% of adults worldwide. Constipation, which involves fewer than three bowel movements per week, becomes chronic when it p...
By Joke Kujenya GROWING MEDICAL evidence has revealed that more than ninety-nine percent of all heart attacks, strokes, and heart failure cases are linked to just four modifiable risk factors such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, high blood sugar, and tobacco use. A recent global study published in the Journal of the American College ...
By Joke Kujenya DAILY DIETARY choices can significantly influence how well the liver performs its vital functions in the human body. Often described as the body’s detox powerhouse, the liver filters harmful substances from the bloodstream, processes nutrients, and converts toxins into forms that can be safely excreted. It also stores essentia...
By Joke Kujenya SILENT BUT deadly, lead exposure continues to harm millions worldwide each year despite decades of awareness and regulation. The World Health Organization (WHO) has therefore renewed its call for urgent global action as the thirteenth International Lead Poisoning Prevention Week begins from 19 to 25 October 2025, under the the...
By Joke Kujenya INCREASING NEUROLOGICAL disorders have emerged as one of the world’s most urgent public health threats, with the World Health Organization (WHO) warning that less than one in three countries has a national policy to address the growing burden of brain-related diseases now responsible for over 11 million deaths each year. The n...
By Joke Kujenya HEIGHTENED AWARENESS of breast changes remains one of the most effective ways to detect breast cancer early, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). The agency emphasised that while the disease can affect anyone, specific factors significantly increase the likelihood of developing it. Women account for about 99 perce...
By Joke Kujenya RECOVERY FROM mental health struggles is not just possible, it can actually become the foundation for a stronger, more resilient life and career. As a matter of fact, many thoughtful voices in psychology and psychiatry attest to this truth. They noted that the challenge lies in bridging compassionate care with everyday action,...
By JKNewsMedia CONSUMING ANTI0XIDANT-rich produce such as citrus, bananas, dragon fruit, apples, and avocados supports liver function and strengthens the body’s immune system. Nutrition experts note that these fruits help eliminate toxins, reduce inflammation, and lower the risk of liver-related diseases. The liver, the body’s largest interna...
