Soon, Muslims around the world will observe the fasting month of Ramadan. Fasting is synonymous with abstaining from food and drink for more than 12 hours. This can bring benefits, both physically and mentally. However, it can also lead to several health issues if not done properly.   Some possible health issues include: 1. Dehydration: Dehydration can occur because the body does not receive fluid intake for more than 12 hours. If physical activity during fasting is of high intensity, t...

What is leukemia? Leukemia, commonly known as white blood cell cancer or leukocyte cancer, is a type of blood cell malignancy that originates from the bone marrow. Did you know that childhood leukemia is the most common type of malignancy in children? In Indonesia, leukemia accounts for 75% of all cancer cases in children. In leukemia, there is a proliferation of white blood cells with the manifestation of excessive abnormal cells in the peripheral blood (blast cells), causing the displace...

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...