Meningitis is inflammation of the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord. Meningitis is often preceded by respiratory or gastrointestinal infections, making it initially difficult to recognize. Causes and Risks Meningitis can be caused by viruses, bacteria, fungi, or certain conditions. Bacteria such as Meningococcus and Pneumococcus are common culprits. Risk factors include an unhealthy environment, contact with individuals with respiratory infections, weakened immunity, and age....

According to the WHO, cancer is a large group of diseases that can start in nearly any organ or tissue in the body when abnormal cells grow uncontrollably, surpassing boundaries and typically attacking nearby body parts and/or spreading to other organs. The final process is known as metastasis and is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths. Cancer ranks as the second leading cause of death globally. In 2018, approximately 9.6 million people, or 1 in 6 individuals, succumbed to cancer. Each ye...

Cancer is a serious disease that can strike the body indiscriminately, #sahabatpramita. It can occur anywhere in the body and can be extremely dangerous if not detected early. #sahabatpramita should know about cancer and how to detect it.   Cancer is characterized by the rapid growth of abnormal cells that can spread to other parts of the body. Metastasis, the spread of cancer cells to other organs, is the primary cause of cancer-related deaths.   Symptoms of cancer can vary, but som...

Allergy occurs when the body's immune system improperly responds to substances that are actually harmless. These substances that can trigger allergies are known as allergens. There are several risk factors for the development of allergies, such as a family history of allergies, environmental factors, or exposure to allergens. It's known that reduced or overly hygienic exposure can increase the risk of allergies in patients. Therefore, the post-pandemic conditions, which have involved reduced out...

Along with the onset of the rainy season, various tropical diseases typically emerge, including Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever (DHF). DHF is an infectious disease caused by the Dengue virus, which is transmitted through the Aedes aegypti mosquito. Typically, DHF patients will experience body pain. In some cases, DHF can also lead to a fatal risk, which is death if not treated promptly. In its January 2022 report, the World Health Organization (WHO) mentioned that Asia still ranks first in terms of the...

Stunting remains one of the health problems in Indonesia. Let's get to know what stunting really is. What are the causes, symptoms, and prevention methods for stunting in children? What is Stunting? Stunting is a chronic growth disorder in children caused by long-term malnutrition. Typically, stunted children are shorter in stature compared to their peers of the same age. A child who persists with this condition tends to have lower learning abilities and is more susceptible to diseases....