If a conflict arises between a medic and a patient, a patient’s wishes, more often than not, will prevail

Contraceptives are meant to prevent unwanted pregnancy not generate hits on social media

For you to do any medical self-testing, you need to cater for some basics. For starters, you must be well informed about the condition you are testing for. You also need a testing gadget

The safety of having surgery whilst awake is well established. As you maintain your breathing, some risks associated with general anaesthesia are negated

Strength training appears to be just another part of the health equation that can be easily incorporated into routine healthy activities

The list of medical conditions linked with alcohol is pretty long, and includes liver disease, cancers and cardiovascular disease

Women tend to live longer than men for many reasons, but certain things work against men. They tend to smoke and drink more, and they don't seek medical help as often as women

he health benefits of plant-based foods are almost universal knowledge. Fruits and vegetables immediately come to mind, on top of other plant foods

WHO released worldwide data showing that infertility affects about one in every six people. The report also highlighted other discrepancies in fertility treatments

Anybody who is sexually active, in any way or form, should always be acutely aware of the possibility of contracting sexual infections (STIs)

Alcohol is linked to liver disease, some cancers, dependence, motor vehicle accidents, and even sudden deaths associated with acute intoxication

Get out this October and participate in breast cancer awareness events. Learn as much as you can about the disease. Above all, subject yourself to breast cancer screening

Get to learn as much as you can about breast cancer this month. Above all, subject yourself to breast cancer screening as appropriate for your profile