Definition Diabetes is a chronic (long-lasting) health condition that affects how your body turns food into energy. Diabetes occurs when your blood glucose, also called blood sugar, is too high. High blood glucose can cause health problems over time. Types of Diabetes […]

Tuberculosis (TB) is caused by a bacterium called Mycobacterium tuberculosis. The bacteria usually attack the lungs, but TB bacteria can attack any part of the body such as the kidney, spine, and brain. Not everyone infected with TB bacteria becomes sick. […]

What is Corona Virus (COVID-19) COVID-19 is a new strain of coronavirus that has not been previously identified in humans. Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses that are known to cause illness ranging from the common cold to more severe […]

Flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that infect the nose, throat, and sometimes the lungs. It can cause mild to severe illness, and at times can lead to death. The best way to prevent flu is […]

DEFINITION HIV is a virus that attacks the body’s immune system. If not treated it can lead to Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) There is currently no cure for HIV, but with proper care the person can live a long, healthy […]

Dementia According to the National Institute of Aging (2021)- dementia is the loss of cognitive function, thinking, remembering, and reasoning to such an extent that interferes with a person’s daily life and activities Quick Facts about Dementia Dementai is common […]

According to the National Institute of Aging (2021)- dementia is the loss of cognitive function, thinking, remembering, and reasoning to such an extent that interferes with a person’s daily life and activities Quick Facts About Dementia Stages of Dementia Note […]