Cervical cancer is a malignancy that occurs in the cervix. This disease remains one of the major challenges in women’s health, including in Indonesia. WHO and UNFPA note that cervical cancer is the second most common cancer among women in Indonesia, with around 36,000 new cases and 21,000 deaths each year. Almost all cases of cervical cancer are linked to Human Papillomavirus, or HPV, infection. Cervical cancer is often called a silent killer because in its early stages, it may not cause any...

Have you ever wondered why your baby suddenly becomes extremely fussy, even when they are fed, changed, and perfectly healthy? Before you panic, check your own mental state. Are you feeling stressed or overwhelmed? Believe it or not, parental stress is highly contagious to babies, a phenomenon often referred to as Second-Hand Stress. A study published in the Psychological Science Journal highlights just how sensitive infants are to their mother's emotional state. The research found that infan...

Health is a long-term investment that should be protected from an early stage. Besides maintaining a healthy diet and regular physical activity, vaccination is also an important way to help protect the body. Serious diseases such as meningitis and polio may often go unnoticed, yet their impact can be severe. Meningitis is an inflammation of the protective membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord. It can be caused by bacterial or viral infections and may lead to serious complications if...

The keto diet remains highly popular for those seeking rapid weight loss. The core concept of this diet is quite unique: strictly cutting carbohydrate intake to under 50 grams per day and replacing it with massive amounts of dietary fat. The main goal is to force the body into a state of ketosis, where fat is burned as the primary energy source instead of carbs. Initially, this diet is indeed proven to shed weight effectively and help control blood sugar levels. However, a major misconception...

Hormones play a vital role in maintaining women's health, from regulating the menstrual cycle, mood, energy, reproductive health, and bone health. Some of the hormones that play a significant role include estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone. Hormonal imbalances can cause various symptoms, such as mood swings, fatigue, irregular menstrual cycles, and changes in skin and body condition. Therefore, it's important for women to be more sensitive to their body's signals and seek medical attent...

Do you often underestimate cavities in children? It is time to change that mindset. Oral health issues have a much bigger impact than just a simple, temporary toothache. For millions of children, poor oral health means enduring persistent pain, dental abscesses, inability to chew properly, and severe embarrassment over damaged teeth. The  acute pain caused by tooth decay strongly affects children and is often equal to the impact of asthma. Psychologically, children dealing with oral health pr...