Contributed by Dr.Ghulam Nabi, MD. Pediatric Consultant and Neonatologist. Bugshan Hospital Jeddah, 21432. P.O. Box 5860, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Mobile. 00966 502310661. E-mail: drgnabi2@gmail.com Diabetes is often thought of as an adult illness, but it also affects children. Childhood diabetes is becoming more common, and it needs careful attention to keep children healthy and […]

A nosebleed can be a sudden and sometimes frightening event. For most people, it is a harmless problem that stops on its own. But in some cases, nosebleeds can be heavy, frequent, or linked to an underlying condition. Doctors call this epistaxis. Understanding why it happens, how to manage it, and when to seek help […]

Coughing up blood, even a small amount, can be very alarming. Doctors call this haemoptysis. The blood may appear as streaks in phlegm, or sometimes more heavily. While not every case is serious, blood in cough should never be ignored. It can be caused by simple infections, but also by more serious lung conditions. What […]

Finding blood in your urine can be a frightening experience. Sometimes the urine looks pink, red, or tea-colored. Other times, the blood is so small in amount that it is only picked up during a urine test. Whatever the case, blood in urine (doctors call it hematuria) should never be ignored. While many causes are […]

Why It Matters – The Global Impact of Stroke Top Strategies for Stroke Prevention 1. Control High Blood Pressure (Hypertension) 2. Manage Diabetes 3. Maintain Healthy Cholesterol Levels 4. Stop Smoking 5. Limit or BETTER avoid Alcohol Intake 6. Maintain a Healthy Weight 7. Stay Physically Active 8. Treat Atrial Fibrillation (AF) 9. Eat a […]