A. IntroductionMetabolical Syndrome (MS) is a collection of abnormal metabolic symptoms which include hypertension, central obesity,insulin resistance, atherogenic dyslipidemia. Metabolic syndrome is strongly associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease. The World Health Organization (WHO) first introduced the definition of metabolic syndrome in the presence of insulin resistance coupled with 2 risk factors, namely: obesity, hyperlipidemia, hypertension, or microalbuminuria.B. Sig...

Many people believe the rumors about mosquitoes may transmit HIV or AIDS, it is said that when a mosquito bites someone with HIV or AIDS, there are some viruses that are carried bymosquito. Well, this virus is said to be spread if the mosquito bites other people, just like malaria and dengue fever. Myth / Fact?Short answer long, transmission of HIV or AIDS through mosquito bites is just a myth.In fact, until now there are no medical research that proven that mosquito bites can transmit...

Birth control pills are known as one of the most common and practical types of contraception. Besides being easy to get, the use of birth control pills also does not require medical action, youonly need to consult with an obgyn to determine the appropriate type to be consumed, then consume it as recommended to be effective.However, according to a study entitled Oral Contraceptives and the Risk of Myocardial Infraction published on The Plaid Journal, birth control pills as hormonal contraceptives...

Along with modern times, mental disorders, which are generally experienced by adults, these days are also experienced by adolescents.Millennials are very vulnerable to various health problems, such as anxiety disorders, depression, and ADHD. ADHD or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is a mental disorder that causes its sufferers to have difficulty in focusing as well as having impulsive and hyperactive behaviors.Quoting from the World Health Organization (WHO), 10-20% of adolescents are&n...

PLWHA stands for People Living With HIV / AIDS. In other words, PLWHA are those who have contracted HIV / AIDS. They are often excluded from the community, because their existence is considered dangerous to the surrounding environment. In reality HIV will not be transmitted simply through social contact.HIV (Human Immunodeficienty Virus) is a type of virus attack human immunity. This virus will attack T cells, a type of white blood cell that plays a role in antibody production and atta...

Many times we hear information that suggests several activities women should avoid while menstruating, one of which is prohibition to drink cold water, it is said that cold drinks andfood can make blood clot in the uterus and gradually turn into cysts. Myth/Fact?It is a Myth! In fact, women's menstrual cycle isinfluenced by the balance of estrogen and progesteronehormones . The balance of these two hormones is greatly influenced by physical and psychological health. Cold drinks do not affect hor...