Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a chronic inflammatory lung disease that causes obstructed airflow from the lungs. Symptoms include breathing difficulty, cough, mucus (sputum) production, and wheezing. It's typically caused by long-term exposure to irritating gases or particulate matter, most often from cigarette smoke. People with COPD are at increased risk of developing heart…
A goiter is an enlargement of the thyroid, the H-shaped gland that wraps around the front of your windpipe, just below your Adam's apple. A goiter can be smooth and uniformly enlarged, called diffuse goiter, or it can be caused by one or more nodules within the gland, called nodular goiter.
-Causes Almost all cases…
5 Importance of Immunization/Vaccination:
1. It keeps you healthy and free from vaccine-preventable diseases.
2. It curbs the spread of diseases from one person to the other.
3. Immunizations can save your family time and money
4. Immunization protects future generations.
5. Vaccination is Safe and effective
Immunization prevents diseases, disabilities, and deaths from vaccine-preventable…
Erectile dysfunction (impotence) is the inability to get and keep an erection firm enough for sex. Reduced sexual desire can also be a sign of an erectile dysfunction Having erection trouble from time to time isn’t necessarily a cause for concern. If erectile dysfunction is an ongoing issue.
However, it can cause stress, affect your…
What is an IUD? IUD stands for “intrauterine device.” It is a T Shaped device as tiny as a quarter that is inserted into the Uterus. It is one of the most effective and safest method of contraception. There are different types and uses of the IUD, which are:
Hormonal IUD: This type has the…
Having a plan in place during the COVID-19 crisis will ease your mind and, in case you become ill yourself, ensure that your loved one is cared for. Here are some ideas to consider.
Greetings from all of us at the Limi Hospitals,
The Global COVID-19 pandemic is quite unprecedented and its effect on healthcare delivery, social life and economics is equally massive.
The Limi Hospitals (Cardiocare Specialty Hospital Garki, Limi Children’s Hospital Wuse2 and Limi Hospital Central Area) remains focused on delivering world- class healthcare solutions for families,…
It’s a brand New Year and that means turning over a new leaf. Instead of making a long list of things you want to change, why not focus on the right steps to prioritize your health. Because, after all, the last thing you want at the end of this year is to be reminded that your New Year Resolution was…