Lakes and rivers that used to be trusted sources of potable water in the country now pose danger to women's fertility ...

There is currently no cure for dementia. However, there are treatments and support services that can help someone with the condition. These include drug and non-drug treatments, support, activities, ...

By Sharon AtienoOf the neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) affecting the African continent, Schistosomiasis, also known as Bilharzia, remains a significant public health challenge endemic in more than ...

By Sharon AtienoThough more than 200 million people worldwide are affected by schistosomiasis (bilharzia), Africa bears the biggest brunt reporting nine out of ten cases globally. As such, a ...

Can be done at home. Cons: Costly. Must be used indefinitely. Evidence of efficacy is mixed. Cost: For at-home treatment, a one-time cost of $500 to $3,000 for the apparatus. What it is: A ...

The impact of schistosomiasis on the susceptibility, development and transmission of co-infections and on their treatment and prevention remains to be studied. There is a pressing need to develop ...

Once the diagnosis is made, the treatment aims to cure and reduce transmission. Benzimidazoles are the drugs recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO 2013) for the treatment of some helminths ...

People with AFib have many treatment options, including medications and medical procedures. However, there are natural and alternative treatments that you may discuss with your healthcare team to ...

By Zach Montague Reporting from Washington President Trump signed an executive order on Tuesday taking steps to end gender-affirming medical treatments for children and teenagers under 19 ...

Over 1 billion people are impacted by neglected tropical diseases. Devex explores what WHO’s updated road map means and ...

President Trump signed an executive order on Tuesday that would restrict access to treatments, including puberty blockers and hormones, for transgender children and teens. Trump is directing ...