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Here we share articles, videos and other media that help educate our patients and potential patients, on our services, healthy living and overall christian programmes and outreach, which we employ to meet our vision and mission at Shammah Christian Hospital
NAPRO TECHNOLOGY AND WOMEN STRUGGLING WITH INFERTILITY
NaPro Technology is an innovative technology which is an approach to fertility that adheres to the guidelines provided by a woman’s natural cycles. The Creighton Model of fertility care is the foundation for this approach. It monitors the bio-markers which showcase hormonal changes in a woman’s cycle. NaPro Technology has a very high success rate
8 REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD GO FOR REGULAR CHECK-UPS
In the past, people went to the hospital only when they were sick. Today, people are regularly seeking medical advice on how to live healthy and lower their risks of diseases. Regular medical check-ups can help reveal potential health issues before they become a problem. Early detection gives you the chance to get treatment early
DIABETES MELLITUS – A SILENT KILLER
Diabetes mellitus is a chronic metabolic disorder of primary metabolism characterized by persistent hyperglycemia due to absolute or relative insulin deficiency. Diabetes knows no boundaries. It can affect anyone irrespective of race, gender or age. People initially thought that diabetes only occurs in those with a family history. That is a lie. 2017 statistics revealed
HYPERTENSION – A SILENT KILLER
Hypertension is a chronic medical condition characterized by a persistently elevated blood pressure of ≥140/90mmhg on two occasions with at least 6 hours apart. Hypertension is a silent killer. Presently it is estimated to be responsible for 45% of deaths due to heart disease and 51% of deaths due to stroke. It is one of
TOPICAL STEROID USE AND ABUSE
Topical steroids are a common medication used to treat many types of skin diseases. When steroids were first used by dermatologists over 80 years ago, it was considered as a game changer for many patients with all sorts of skin diseases, such as eczema and psoriasis. However, over the years there has been a consistent
Good Antenatal Care And Delivery
Antenatal care (ANC) is the care you receive from healthcare professionals during your pregnancy. It is also called pre-natal care. It is a type of preventive healthcare for pregnant women where regular checkups are conducted to prevent problems that are associated with childbirth. The goal of antenatal care is to make sure you and your
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