First Aid for Severe Toothache

Tooth decay is the leading cause of toothache for children and grown-ups alike. The bacteria in your mouth thrive on the sugars and starch in what you eat. Hence, these bacteria produce a sticky, see-through substance known as plaque that...

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How to Prevent Dog Bites

In Uganda, rabies is a common cause of death among people who are bitten by dogs. Between 2015 and 2020, Uganda recorded an average of 14,865 dog bites and 36 rabies deaths per year (UNIPH, 2021).Any dog could bite someone....

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Asthma: Diagnosis, Symptoms & Treatment

Should you be worried about Asthma? According to Global Asthma Report 2022 conducted by the Global Asthma Network, in Africa, asthma is the most prevalent non-communicable disease (NCD) affecting children and teenagers. The bulk of asthma-related morbidity and mortality are...

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