Polio was endemic in Nigeria for decades. The painful, disabling, and sometimes fatal disease affected thousands of people, many of whom were children. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention published this infographic, courtesy of Rotary International. The infographic illustrates the progress that’s been made toward eliminating polio in Nigeria. It displays data from … [Read more...]
Infographics and other content about health. This category includes everything from exercise to general wellbeing,
How a Sense of Community Belonging Impacts the Brain
A new study performed by AloRecovery suggests that the sense of belonging in a community sparks the desire to connect and congregate amongst most people included in the survey. In addition to that, pretty much since the dawn of time, communities help form the foundation for health relationships. Read more, about the most interesting finds of this amazing study from this … [Read more...]
Hand-Washing Habits to Employ
How often do you really wash your hands? No, really. Be honest. Don’t worry, if you sometimes forget to wash or sanitize after handling money, petting a dog, or coughing or sneezing, you’re not alone. This infographic shows how many people actually wash their hands, for real, after common situations. These situations include using the restroom at home, using a public restroom, … [Read more...]
Hidden Consequences of Losing Teeth
Though losing teeth during childhood invokes the presence of a twinkling good-natured fairy, losing teeth as a teen or adult comes with consequences rather than rewards. This infographic explains some of the reasons people lose teeth, such as injury, poor eating habits, fear of the dentist, or periodontal disease, or poor oral hygiene. It then explains who is at risk of losing … [Read more...]
Cannabis as Medicine
Cannabis is one of the most highly-debated substances of the modern era. Many medical professionals testify to its healing benefits, including its ability to assist in the treatment of symptoms associated with ailments ranging from anxiety to cancer. Others individuals object, stating that it is a potentially dangerous gateway drug. For those who choose to ingest cannabis for … [Read more...]