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Menopause is a female concept. The male version is termed Andropause.

Andropause—often called "male menopause" or late-onset hypogonadism—is a gradual, age-related decline in testosterone and other androgen hormones in men. Unlike female menopause, which involves a sharp, complete stop in reproductive hormone production, andropause happens slowly and does not affect all men the same way.
Testosterone levels typically drop by about 1% each year starting around age 30 to 40.

QuinQ:
How about male menopause?

Menopause usually happens between ages 45 and 55. It marks the end of menstrual periods. However, the transition, called perimenopause, can begin years earlier.

Symptoms can include hot flushes, night sweats, sleep problems, vaginal dryness, changes in periods, anxiety or low mood. Some people have few symptoms; others find them disruptive.

Menopause can also affect bone and heart health, so this stage of life is a good time to review exercise, diet and regular health checks.

Both hormonal and non-hormonal treatments can help. If symptoms are affecting daily life, talk to a doctor about what may suit you.

Pregnancy can still happen during perimenopause, and sexually transmitted infections remain possible after menopause.

Menopause is a natural life stage. Good support can make a big difference.

Infections often come back after treatment because the original germs were not completely cleared or you were exposed to the germ again or an underlying health issue makes it hard for your body to fight it off.

Common Reasons Infections Return

1) Incomplete Treatment or Relapse:

Stopping your prescription (like antibiotics or antifungals) as soon as you feel better allows surviving microbes to multiply again.

2) Reinfection:

You may be catching the same germ again from a partner, a family member, a contaminated water source, or daily habits.

3) Drug Resistance:

The bacteria or fungi have adapted and no longer respond to the medication you were given.

4) Wrong Diagnosis:

Treating a viral or fungal infection with an antibiotic will not work, and can actually kill your body's protective, healthy bacteria.

5) Underlying Chronic Conditions:

Diseases like diabetes cause high blood sugar or poor blood flow which creates an easy environment for bacteria and yeast to grow (such as in recurring yeast or urinary tract infections).

6) Weakened Immune System:

Stress, lack of sleep, or immune disorders reduce your body's ability to clear pathogens completely.

7) Protective Biofilms:

Some germs build a slime-like shield (biofilm) that blocks medications from reaching them.

To strengthen Bauchi State’s Cholera response, WHO Nigeria donated essential medical supplies including Ringer’s lactate, IV fluids, ORS/IV giving sets and IPC materials which were distributed to priority treatment facilities to support the treatment of about 250 people and protect frontline health workers.

WHO also conducted on-the-job training for 22 health workers across three cholera treatment facilities on case management, IPC, WASH, waste management and referral. In addition, COREGroupNG, with WHO support, trained 19 surveillance focal persons to strengthen cholera outbreak detection and response.

Since the outbreak was declared on 1 August 2026, Bauchi State has reported 1,564 suspected cases and 29 deaths across 19 LGAs as of 9th October.

The supplies were received by the Bauchi State Primary Health Care Board witnessed by UNICEF and other response partners.

WHO continues to support federal and state health authorities and partners to strengthen surveillance, case management, IPC, risk communication and coordination as part of the cholera response across seven affected states.

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Both partners must treat certain infections together to stop the "ping-pong cycle" of passing the illness back and forth.

Key Reasons for Treating Both Partners Together

1) Preventing Reinfection:

If only one person takes medicine, the untreated partner can reintroduce the bacteria, fungus, or parasite during physical intimacy.

2) Asymptomatic Carriage:

Many infections live quietly in men or partners without causing obvious signs, meaning a partner can feel fine while still carrying and spreading the microbe.

3) Avoiding Severe Complications:

Leaving sexually transmitted or reproductive infections untreated increases the risk of pelvic inflammatory disease, chronic pain, or fertility issues.

4) Protecting Long-Term Health:

Simultaneous treatment stops repeated rounds of antibiotics, which helps lower the chance of drug resistance.

Important Distinction by Infection Type

1) Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs like Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Trichomoniasis): Both partners must be treated at the same time, and doctors usually recommend abstaining from sex until everyone finishes their course and symptoms clear.

2) Yeast Infections (Candidiasis): Male or asymptomatic partners generally do not need routine antifungal treatment unless they develop visible symptoms like redness, rashes or itching.

3) Bacterial Vaginosis (BV): Routine treatment for male partners is not typically standard, though medical guidance varies if recurrences keep happening.

Both partners must treat certain infections together to stop the "ping-pong cycle" of passing the illness back and forth.

Key Reasons for Treating Both Partners Together

1) Preventing Reinfection:

If only one person takes medicine, the untreated partner can reintroduce the bacteria, fungus, or parasite during physical intimacy.

2) Asymptomatic Carriage:

Many infections live quietly in men or partners without causing obvious signs, meaning a partner can feel fine while still carrying and spreading the microbe.

3) Avoiding Severe Complications:

Leaving sexually transmitted or reproductive infections untreated increases the risk of pelvic inflammatory disease, chronic pain, or fertility issues.

4) Protecting Long-Term Health:

Simultaneous treatment stops repeated rounds of antibiotics, which helps lower the chance of drug resistance.

Important Distinction by Infection Type

1) Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs like Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Trichomoniasis): Both partners must be treated at the same time, and doctors usually recommend abstaining from sex until everyone finishes their course and symptoms clear.

2) Yeast Infections (Candidiasis): Male or asymptomatic partners generally do not need routine antifungal treatment unless they develop visible symptoms like redness, rashes or itching.

3) Bacterial Vaginosis (BV): Routine treatment for male partners is not typically standard, though medical guidance varies if recurrences keep happening.

A young lady once confided in me that she takes postinor 2 almost everyday because her boyfriend loves having intercourse raw. She pointed out that the boyfriend hated using protection during intercourse and she was not ready to get pregnant or birth a child.

Postinor 2 is a typical example of an emergency pill.

Emergency pill is a drug that was developed to prevent pregnancy when a woman has unprotected intercourse by mistake for example in an event of rape or other unplanned situations.

It was never designed to be taken everyday or frequently.

However, some women due to ignorance or to please their boyfriends take this pill more frequently than it was supposed to be.

Medical providers generally do not recommend using emergency pill as a regular form of birth control.

Why is frequent use discouraged?

1) Irregular Periods:

Taking these pills repeatedly can cause temporary menstrual irregularities, unpredictable spotting, or delayed or heavier periods.

2) Lower Effectiveness:

Emergency pills are significantly less effective at preventing pregnancy (roughly 58% to 95% depending on how quickly they are taken) compared to regular, ongoing birth control methods.

3) Side Effects:

Frequent use increases the frequency of short-term side effects like nausea, headaches, fatigue, and abdominal discomfort.

4) Cost and Inconvenience:

Purchasing emergency pills multiple times is far more expensive and inconvenient than using a reliable, long-term contraceptive method.

5) Better Alternatives

If you find yourself needing the emergency pill frequently, organizations like Planned Parenthood recommend switching to a more reliable, long-term method—such as daily birth control pills, an arm implant, or an IUD (copper or hormonal), which provide continuous protection with lower daily hormone fluctuations.

The Enugu State Primary Health Care Development Agency has called on all Enugu residents to stay alert, take preventive measures, and report suspected cases promptly.
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‎Ebola Virus Disease is a serious infectious disease that can spread through direct contact with the blood and other body fluids of an infected person or someone who has died from the disease. Early recognition, prompt medical attention, and proper infection prevention are essential.
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‎ BE INFORMED. KNOW THE SYMPTOMS. TAKE ACTION.
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‎Watch out for:
‎1. Sudden fever
‎2. Severe headache and muscle pain
‎3. Vomiting and diarrhoea
‎4. Unexplained bleeding
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‎ LET’S PREVENT THE SPREAD!

‎1. Practise regular handwashing with soap and clean water.
‎2. Avoid contact with the blood and body fluids of suspected or confirmed cases.
‎3. Do not handle suspected infected bodies.
‎4. Avoid self-medication if symptoms develop after possible exposure.
‎5. Contact health authorities immediately if you suspect a case.
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‎📢 A HEALTHY COMMUNITY BEGINS WITH AN INFORMED COMMUNITY!
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‎Let us remain vigilant, share accurate information, and protect one another. Do not spread rumours or stigmatise anyone who may be affected. Seek information from credible health authorities.
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‎Together, we can strengthen disease surveillance and protect the health of every resident of Enugu State.
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‎Healthier Community, Stronger Enugu!
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‎Dr. Ifeyinwa Ani-Osheku
‎Executive Secretary
‎Enugu State Primary Health Care Development Agency

‎#EbolaAwareness #EbolaPrevention #PublicHealthAwareness

Yes, you can get pregnant while breastfeeding, even if your menstrual period has not yet returned.
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‎How Breastfeeding Affects Fertility
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‎1) Ovulation comes first: You release an egg about two weeks before you get your first postpartum period. This means you can conceive before you even realize your fertility has returned.
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‎2) Hormonal suppression: Breastfeeding releases the hormone prolactin which lowers the levels of hormones that trigger ovulation. However, this suppression is not complete or permanent.
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‎The Lactational Amenorrhea Method (LAM)
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‎Breastfeeding can be used as a natural birth control method—known as the Lactational Amenorrhea Method—but it is only effective if all of the following strict conditions are met:
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‎• Your baby is under 6 months old.
‎• You are exclusively breastfeeding (the baby receives no formula, water, or solid foods).
‎• You feed the baby frequently, with no gaps longer than 4 hours during the day and 6 hours at night.
‎• Your menstrual period has not returned.
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‎Your risk of getting pregnant goes up when:
‎• Your baby is older than 6 months.
‎• You introduce formula, solid foods, or a pacifier/bottle.
‎• Your baby starts sleeping through the night or you drop a feeding.
‎• Your menstrual period comes back.
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1. Prostate health screening

Prostate cancer is one of the most commonly diagnosed cancers in Nigerian men with a high mortality rate due to late detection.

A simple blood test known as PSA is done to know the state of the prostate.

Experts recommend starting discussions and baseline screenings from 40yrs and above.

2. Semen Analysis and Fertility Check

Male factor infertility accounts for roughly 40% to 50% of couple fertility challenges in Nigeria.

Culturally, fertility struggles are often unfairly placed solely on women meaning that men rarely test their own sperm quality or count early.

A laboratory semen analysis that evaluates sperm count, motility and morphology should be done as part of pre-marital screening or if a couple has tried to conceive for one year without success.

3. Comprehensive STI Screening

Silent and asymptomatic STIs (such as chlamydia or hepatitis B) can cause long-term scarring, blockage in the reproductive tract or chronic sexual health complications.

Blood tests for HIV, Hepatitis B & C, syphilis, and other common infections can be done before entering a committed marriage or whenever changing sexual partners.

World Mental Health Day 2026 takes place today Saturday, 10th October 2026.

The Theme of this year's celebration is;

"Lived Experiences Heard: Real Voices, Real Change"

It is organized by the World Federation for Mental Health (WFMH) in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO)

The Core Focus of this year's celebration is: Listening directly to individuals with lived experience of mental health conditions to shape policies, community care and support systems rather than speaking over them.

This means that individuals who have suffered real mental health challenges are listened to inorder to come up with policies for better care and management.

Tumelo Sengawane from Botswana shared the challenges he faced with alcohol and substance use, his road to recovery, and how his lived experience has become a source of hope and support for others.

Tumelo’s story is a reminder of why listening to people with lived experience matters, and how the voice of lived experience can shape mental health and substance use care and support.

Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women globally.

In 2024, an estimated 2.4 million women were diagnosed and 694,000 died from the disease.

Breast cancer is more likely to be successfully treated when detected and treated early.

*Knowing the possible signs matters.*

*These can include:*

A breast lump or thickening often without pain.

Changes in the size, shape or appearance of the breast.

Dimpling, redness, pitting or other skin changes.

Changes in the nipple or surrounding skin.

Abnormal or bloody nipple discharge.

Most breast lumps are not cancer but any abnormal lump should be checked by a health professional – even if it doesn’t hurt.

And remember: most women diagnosed with breast cancer do not have a known family history of the disease.

Know the signs, pay attention to changes in the breast and seek care promptly.

© World Health Organization

Vaginal discharge is a fluid made by the vagina and cervix to stay clean and stop infections.

Different colors and textures can mean different things about your health.

There are 5 common types of vaginal discharge:

1. Clear and Watery or Stretchy:

This is normal and healthy. Clear and stretchy fluid like raw egg whites usually means you are ovulating (releasing an egg). Watery and clear discharge can happen during exercise, sexual arousal, or pregnancy.

2. Thick, White, and Clumpy:

This often looks like cottage cheese. If it comes with intense itching, burning, or redness, it usually means a yeast infection (thrush). This is a common fungal overgrowth and not a sexually transmitted infection.

3. Gray or Thin White-Gray:

A thin, grayish discharge with a strong fishy smell—which often gets worse after sex—is a sign of bacterial vaginosis (BV). BV happens when the natural balance of bacteria in the vagina changes. It is easily treated with prescription medicine from a doctor.

4. Yellow or Green:

A thick, cloudy, or frothy yellow or green discharge with a bad smell usually points to an infection. This can be a sign of a sexually transmitted infection (STI) like trichomoniasis, gonorrhea, or chlamydia. You should see a doctor for testing and treatment.

5. Pink, Red, or Brown:

This color is usually just blood mixed with your discharge. It is most common right at the beginning or end of menstrual period. Light spotting can also happen early in pregnancy known as implantation bleeding. If you bleed heavily between your periods or after sex, talk to your doctor.

There are 2 ways to track your ovulation without an app;
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‎1) By using a physical calendar or bullet journal.
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‎2) By Basal Body Temperature Method and Cervical Mucus Monitoring.
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‎- The Calendar (Rhythm) Method
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‎Use a pen to write down the exact first day of menstrual bleeding. That's day one.
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‎Count the number of days from day one of your current period to day one of your next period. Do this for at least 6 months.
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‎Ovulation typically occurs 12 to 14 days before your next period starts. Not necessarily in the middle of your cycle. If you have a steady 28-day cycle, day 14 is your estimated ovulation day.
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‎2. Basal Body Temperature (BBT) Tracking
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‎Measure your resting body temperature with a special basal thermometer immediately upon waking up before doing any activity.
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‎Your normal resting temperature is slightly lower before ovulation and rises by about 0.2°C - 0.5°C right after ovulation due to increased progesterone.
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‎Note: Basal Body Temperature confirms that ovulation has already occurred rather than predicting it in advance.
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‎3. Cervical Mucus Monitoring
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‎Observe your vaginal discharge by looking at your underwear, wiping with toilet paper, or gently inserting a clean finger.
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‎As estrogen rises before ovulation, your mucus becomes clear, wet, slippery, and stretchy—resembling raw egg whites. This indicates your peak fertile window.
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‎4. Tracking Physical Symptoms
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‎Note other natural signs of ovulation in your journal such as a mild one-sided pelvic pain (called mittelschmerz), breast tenderness or bloating.

For people living with noncommunicable diseases, care may involve years of consultations, tests, medicines, referrals and treatment.

Each interaction should improve health not expose patients to avoidable harm.

This year’s theme, “Safe care for noncommunicable diseases”, calls for safe quality care at every stage of the health journey.

Harm can arise through delayed or missed diagnoses, medication errors, adverse drug interactions, weak follow-up or poor communication when a patient moves between services.

Strong primary health care, clear referral pathways, evidence-based treatment and good communication can support safer care.

Patients and families also have an important role to play.

Being informed, asking questions and being involved in decisions about care can help make health care safer.

Every person deserves safe, quality care throughout their health journey.

Safe care for life!

#PatientSafety

© World Health Organization

The withdrawal method (pulling out) can work to prevent pregnancy but it has a high failure rate compared to other forms of birth control.

How Effective Is It?

Perfect use: About 4 out of 100 people get pregnant in a year if they pull out correctly and on time every single time.

Typical use: About 22 out of 100 people get pregnant in a year because it is hard to time right or execute perfectly every time.

What Are The Risks and Limitations?

1) Pre-ejaculate: Pre-cum can sometimes contain sperm from a previous ejaculation or release small amounts of sperm before full withdrawal.

2) No STI protection: It does not protect against HIV or other sexually transmitted infections.

3) Timing pressure: It requires high self-control and accurate timing from the male partner.

World Sexual Health Day is observed annually on September 4, with campaigns and events running throughout the entire month of September.

What Is The Theme and Focus?

Theme: "Every Body

"Core Message: A declaration that sexual health, rights, justice, and pleasure belong to every single person without exception.

Founder: Organized globally by the World Association for Sexual Health (WAS)

What Are The Key Goals?

1) To dismantle social and cultural taboos surrounding sex and sexuality.

2) To promote bodily autonomy, consent, and healthy communication.

3) To expand access to inclusive education, information and healthcare services that turn no one away.

How to Participate?

Access resources like slide decks, fact sheets and film guides on the official World Sexual Health Day portal.

Host or join local conversations, workshops, or digital campaigns.

Follow the World sexual and reproductive health month 2026 updates hosted by the World Health Organization

No, masturbation does not cause infertility or permanent low sperm count.

How Does Masturbation Affect Sperm?

Temporary change: Ejaculation lowers sperm count for a short time.

Quick recovery: The body makes new sperm every day.

Normal levels: Normal sperm numbers return within one to three days.

No long-term harm: Frequent masturbation does not damage the testes or stop sperm production.

What Are The Real Causes of Male Infertility?

1) Hormone problems: Low testosterone or other hormonal imbalances.

2) Heat exposure: Hot baths, saunas, or tight clothes that heat the testicles.

3) Medical conditions: Infections, genetic factors, or swollen veins in the testes called varicoceles.

4) Lifestyle habits: Heavy drinking, smoking, or Illicit drug use.

The month of September is dedicated to creating awareness on Sexual and Reproductive health for everyone all over the world.

It is a reminder that sexual and reproductive health affects all of us at different stages of life.

*It includes:*

1) Choosing if and when to have children

2) Healthy relationships and consent

3) Contraception and fertility care

4) Pregnancy and childbirth

5) Protection from sexually transmitted infections

6) protection from violence.

Most life-threatening sexual and reproductive health problems are preventable.

That’s why accurate information matters.

It helps people understand their options, make informed decisions and get the care they need.

Investing in sexual and reproductive health also helps people stay in school, take part in work and build healthier families and communities.

This September, WHO is inviting everyone to learn more, hear real stories and explore the science behind better care.

Because good health begins with knowledge, dignity, choice and access to care.

© JuoMedics
© World Health Organization

A 25yr old woman walked into the clinic looking very sick.

She had lost so much weight and looked frail.

She was pregnant and was about 30wks gone.

One look at her and the doctor knew something was wrong but he couldn't point it out at the moment.

The young woman had lost so much weight with severe diarrhea, cough, and fever that was not responding to treatment.

This was why she came to the hospital in the first place.

After consultation and physical examination, the doctor made some presumptive diagnosis and requested for some tests which included a retroviral test (HIV test).

After a long period of waiting, the HIV test came out and it was Positive.

The young woman broke down in tears.

She had 2 young children at home with her husband and her dilemma was how to break the news to her husband at home.

She pleaded with the doctor and ART counselors to keep her status confidential as she was scared of how her husband would react to the news.

But then there was the dilemma of her husband getting infected with the virus if he was currently negative and even if he was positive already needed to be counselled to begin treatment.

Also the status of the 2 children at home needed to be ascertained and treatment commenced if they were positive.

Moreover the unborn baby was also at risk of getting infected because the woman had not been on treatment.

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HIV Discordance in couples is a scenario that plays out regularly in clinical practice.

It is a situation in a couple whereby one spouse is HIV positive while the other spouse is HIV negative.

Most times, the spouse that tested positive faces great fear and anxiety on how the partner will react to the news.

Some of them insists that they want their status to remain confidential and this must be respected.

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After much deliberations and counseling, the woman agreed for her husband to be informed and he was invited to the hospital to be tested alongside the 2 children.

Luckily for them, the husband and 2 children tested Negative and was commenced on PEP immediately.

The woman was also placed on antiretroviral medications after she was tested for other opportunistic infections.

The family then went home satisfied with the care and attention they received at the clinic.

© JuoMedics

A young man walked into the clinic one sunny afternoon looking distraught.

Fear and anxiety was written all over his face.

The burden on his mind was too heavy for him to carry and he needed a doctor to share his problems with.

Ordinarily he wouldn't have come to the hospital because hospital was one place he hated so much.

But this time he had to.

He was newly married to the love of his life but was already facing a challenge in the marriage.

Which was why he sought the advice of a doctor.

It soon got to his turn and he walked into the consulting room and sank into the chair.

"Doc, I'm embarrassed. I finish too fast with my wife and I'm tired of it."

The doctor glanced at him and asked a question: "How long do you last and how long do you wish to last?"

"5 seconds," the young man blurted. "Atleast 30mins to one hour."

The doctor took a deep breath and reclined on his seat.

This was not the first time young people bring their concerns to him but this time he could feel the young man's predicament.

The young man was suffering from premature ejaculation and it was affecting his confidence.

Premature ejaculation is when a man ejaculates earlier than he or his partner would like during intercourse.

Ejaculation is considered premature when:

1) It occurs sooner than you or your partner desires.

2) Causes distress to one or both partners.

3) Happens during all or almost all sexual activity.

4) Happens within one minute of penetration.

5) Has been occuring for longer than six months to one year.

About 30% - 40% of people experience premature ejaculation at some point in their lives. And it is the most common type of sexual dysfunction in men.

Premature ejaculation can be caused by Emotional and psychological causes which include; performance anxiety, stress, relationship issues, depressive thoughts and poor self esteem.

Physical and chemical causes include; erectile dysfunction, hormonal imbalance, low dopamine or serotonin levels, inflammation of the prostate.

Premature ejaculation can be treated by behavioral therapy, counseling and medication.

Behavioral therapy include; start and stop technique, squeeze therapy, and distracted thinking.

Counseling is done by psychologist, psychiatrist or sex therapist if the cause is psychological, emotional or due to relationships issues.

Medication used for premature ejaculation include some antidepressants which delay ejaculation. Erectile dysfunction medications may help treat premature ejaculation in people with underlying erectile dysfunction.

The young man left the doctor's consulting room feeling relieved and reassured that all hope was not lost. His confidence was restored and peace once again reigned in his marriage.

© JuoMedics

Technology can help children learn, create, connect and access health information. But how digital platforms are designed also matters.

Research links excessive digital exposure, especially among vulnerable young people with increased risks of:

Anxiety and depression
Poor sleep
Less physical activity
Fewer real-life social connections

Children may also be exposed to harmful content, misinformation, online exploitation and marketing of unhealthy products.

*What can families do?*

1) Create screen-free moments, especially during meals and before bedtime.
2) Encourage outdoor play, hobbies and time with family and friends.
3) Talk openly about what children see and do online.
4) Use age-appropriate safety and privacy settings.
5) Remember: quality of screen time matters just as much as quantity.

The goal isn’t to eliminate technology—it’s to help children enjoy its benefits while growing up healthy, safe and connected both online and offline.

© World Health Organization

WHO has declared the Ebola outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo virus in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda a Public Health Emergency of International Concern.

*As of 16 May:*

▪️ 8 confirmed Ebola cases
▪️ 246 suspected cases
▪️ 80 suspected deaths
▪️ Cases confirmed in DRC and Uganda

Ebola spreads through direct contact with bodily fluids of infected people or contaminated surfaces.

*Symptoms can include:*

Fever
Weakness
Headache
Vomiting & diarrhea
In severe cases, bleeding

Health workers have also been affected, raising concerns about spread in healthcare settings.

Early detection, isolation, supportive care, and strong public health action can save lives and stop outbreaks from growing.

WHO and partners are working with affected countries to strengthen surveillance, testing, treatment, and emergency response.

Stay informed. Avoid misinformation. Support public health efforts and affected communities with compassion, not fear.

© World Health Organization

Tuesday afternoon, Mrs. J, a 36 years old woman, walked into a clinic to see the doctor.

She was having headache for the past 3 days that was not responding to paracetamol and other over-the-counter analgesics.

There was no fever, vomiting or any other symptoms just the headache.

When the doctor checked her BP, it was 200/120.

The doctor told her straight: 'Madam your BP is too high, you need to be admitted immediately so we can give IV drugs, monitor your BP and run some tests to identify the possible cause of your hypertension.'

She looked at the doctor and said, 'Doc, I can't stay. My husband is not around and I don't have anyone to stay with the children. Just give me tablets let me go.'

'Your BP is too high and needs to be controlled. If it remains this high, it will lead to complications.' the doctor explained.

The woman refused and opted to seek treatment elsewhere.

Two hours later, the woman was rushed back to the emergency department and this time, she had a stroke.

Lesson: Admission is not punishment. It's protection. Depending on the health condition, 24hrs in the hospital can save you 2months in the hospital later.

So if a doctor tells you; "You need admission,"

Ask one question:

"What happens if I don't stay?"

Then decide with your eyes open.

Doctors don't admit for money. Doctors admit because your health condition requires it.

© JuoMedics

One of the challenges doctors face on a daily basis is when a patient doesn't respond to treatment.

At that moment, the doctor becomes the enemy.

The patient begins to doubt the doctor's ability and the doctor becomes worried about the turnout of events.

A lot begins to go through the doctor's mind.

Perhaps he didn't make the right diagnosis,

Or didn't choose the right drugs.

Or maybe he's dealing with a resistant strain of the infection?

Or perhaps the disease naturally has a poor prognosis.

Whichever be the case, it's never easy for both the doctor and the patient.

The patient and their relatives feel bad because they are spending money without getting results.

The doctor on the other hand feel awkward and desperately seek solution.

This happens mostly at the primary care level.

But who is to blame? The doctor? The patient? Or the anxious relatives?

The answer is simple - None of the above.

The doctor is there to help and save life.

The patient is scared and doesn't want to die.

The relatives are anxious and doesn't want to lose their loved one.

So everyone is valid in their feelings.

But we shouldn't blame the doctor for everything asif he or she is the cause of the failure in treatment.

© JuoMedics

KingNom:
Vaccines?
Vaccines are the major causes of babies'/people's sicknesses such as autism, polio etc and even death, all around the world
Vaccination means injecting dirt ('weakened' disease) into the body. very unscientific move
Surely it is a cover to sicken, maim or even kill the child or person

A lot of world renowned doctors/scientists have researched and published the above.

You'll see their findings in the documentary section of ceflix dot org

This is NOT true. Vaccines prevent you from contacting the actual disease. This view of yours is a huge misconception.

Vaccines helps your body to produce antibodies that fight the actual infection.

Ezyp:
Please I would like to know how you came up with 150 million. Where is the data?

Data is from world health organization

https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-immunization-week/2026

❤️‍🩹 Vaccines have protected families for over 200 years. Today, they protect people at every stage of life and save millions of lives every year.

*Why vaccines matter:*

🔹 Over 150 million lives were saved in the past 50 years
🔹 Protection against more than 30 deadly diseases was achieved
🔹 Helping children survive, grow, and thrive
🔹 Supporting longer, healthier lives at every age

*What’s at risk:*

⚠️ Millions of children still miss out on vaccines
⚠️ Some people depend on others for protection

🙌 Your decision makes a difference. Choosing to get vaccinated helps protect you, your loved ones, and your community.

Examples of vaccines include;

BCG vaccine
Polio vaccine
Hepatitis B vaccine
Diphtheria vaccine
Pertussis vaccine
Tetanus vaccine
HPV vaccine
Measles vaccine
Corona virus vaccine etc etc

This week is dedicated to creating awareness about the importance of vaccination and it's effectiveness in preventing diseases.

We should get our children vaccinated to avoid diseases.

We should also get ourselves vaccinated.

Prevention is better than cure.

Dedicated to raising awareness about C-sections.

Cesarean Section is a surgical operation performed on a pregnant woman to deliver the baby when normal delivery is not possible.

For example;

When the baby is too big to pass through the mother's birth canal

Or

In multiple pregnancy involving twins or triplets

Or when the labor is prolonged with the baby in distress

Majority of our women in this part of the world do not like Cesarean Section.

Every woman hopes and prays to deliver normally but unfortunately some percentage of women will need Cesarean delivery.

The purpose of this awareness is to advise pregnant women and their spouse to accept the option of Cesarean delivery when normal delivery is not progressing.

Our religious leaders, pastors and Priests should also advise their pregnant members to follow the advice of their obstetrician and gynecologist for Cesarean Section when normal delivery is not possible.

The purpose of every pregnancy is to deliver a live healthy baby. So it doesn't matter whether the delivery was through C-section or normal delivery.

What matters is that the baby is delivered successfully and mother and baby are in good condition.

So spread the news and help us create the awareness.

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