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5 heart-health numbers everyone should know

5 heart-health numbers everyone should know

Your blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar, BMI and resting heart rate tell a clearer story than how you feel. Here's what each number means and where it should sit.

Dr. Chantal Uwase12 May 2026 6 min read

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Your child's vaccination schedule, explained

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From the first jab at birth to school-age boosters, here's a plain-language guide to what each vaccine protects against and why the timing matters.

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A comprehensive check-up is only as useful as the preparation behind it. A few simple steps make your results accurate and your visit smooth.

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Cataract surgery: what to expect

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Clouded, dimming vision is the hallmark of a cataract, and the fix is one of the safest, most common operations in medicine. Here's how the day unfolds.

Dr. Grace Habimana30 March 20266 min

Joint pain: when to see an orthopedist

Joint pain: when to see an orthopedist

Most aches settle on their own, but some signals mean it's time for a specialist. Here's how to tell ordinary stiffness from a problem worth investigating.

Dr. David Mugisha18 March 20265 min

Eating for a healthy heart

Eating for a healthy heart

You don't need an extreme diet to protect your heart. A handful of consistent habits does most of the work, and none of them require deprivation.

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Managing diabetes day to day

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Living well with diabetes comes down to a few daily routines done consistently. Here's a practical guide to the habits that keep your numbers steady.

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Migraine triggers and relief

Migraine triggers and relief

A migraine is far more than a bad headache. Learning your personal triggers, and acting early, is the most effective tool you have.

Dr. Samuel Okonkwo10 February 20266 min

Newborn care basics

Newborn care basics

The first weeks with a newborn are a steep learning curve. These fundamentals cover feeding, sleep, and the signs that genuinely warrant a call.

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