Mental health problems are one of the main causes for the overall disease burden worldwide. Major depression is thought to be second leading cause of disability worldwide and major contributor to the burden of suicide and ischemic heart disease. The…
Alcohol abuse and addiction are problems that are not only close to home but close to workplace. Alcohol abuse has a huge negative impact on our nation’s businesses, large and small. Facts about alcohol and workplace issues Alcohol is a…
I recently came across an article titled “Insurers blame doctors for their losses”. 12 out of 21 medical insurers (57%) in Kenya sank into losses due to rising claims, fraud and high cost of drugs. The medical insurance firms claim…
Majority of the 1.6 billion people, which is 23% of the world’s population will be observing 30 days of fasting and religious practices during the holy month of Ramadan. That is upto 17 hours of not eating or drinking every…
The observance of Ramadan is very personal and powerful symbol of unity, with Muslims around the world fasting simultaneously while bringing family and friends together. Although fasting is usually the primary association with Ramadan, the month involves a lot more…