The nervous system controls a vast range of body functions, including movement. Diseases of the nervous system can affect any of the functions it controls. Parkinson’s disease is an ailment that affects the nervous system’s ability to control movement. Causes of Parkinson’s Disease When Parkinson’s disease is present, nerve cells in the brain start to break down….
Read MoreWomen must have access to safe and voluntary family planning options – this is a human right. But the reality is that 257 million women in developing countries do not have access to family planning. The reasons range from lack of accessibility and information to unsupportive spouses and families. When women are denied safe family…
Read MorePregnancy is a natural condition and should not be treated as a sickness or ailment. The female body is designed to deal with the changes that are part of pregnancy and to protect both the mother and the unborn child. That said, the fact remains that the mother’s body has a lot to do during the…
Read MoreChildbirth is a special time in a woman’s life and even the slightest hint of a potential problem could cause serious mental and emotional stress. No woman wants to hear from her doctor that her pregnancy may or will be a high-risk one. Unfortunately, the cases of high-risk pregnancies are rising, but so too are…
Read MoreThe well-being of their children is always at the forefront of every parent’s thoughts. Medical conditions are usually at the top of the list of concerns. When children are young and often unable to express what ails them, the unease at the health issue multiplies. Parents instinctively know how to care for their children, but when faced…
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