What is New This Week

Bleeding in pregnancy

Bleeding during pregnancy is common. Up to 1 out of 4 (up to 25%) of all pregnant women have some…

Blood Donation

Every year countries around the world celebrate World Blood Donor Day (WBDD). The event serves to raise awareness of the…

Head and Neck Cancers

April is Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Month. Head and neck cancer is more common among men than women. These…

Ovarian Cancer

Ovarian cancer ranks fifth in cancer deaths among women, accounting for more deaths than any other cancer of the female…

Female Genital Mutilation

Globally, it is estimated that at least 200 million girls and women alive today have undergone some form of FGM.…

Heart Failure

Heart failure occurs when the heart isn’t able to pump enough blood throughout the body, leading to symptoms like shortness…

Sexual Health

Sexual and Reproductive Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being in all matters relating to the…

Eradicating Leprosy

All over the world, people have incorrect and harmful beliefs about leprosy. These beliefs are based on myths and they…

Birth Defects

Birth defects have a serious, adverse effect on health, development or functional ability and account for more than one in…

Cervical Cancer

Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer in women. In 2018, an estimated 570 000 women were diagnosed with…