11:46 7th January 2018 | Uncategorized

Human Papilomavirus Infection Genital Warts Cervical Cancer Pap Test Vaccination Bridge Clinic Medical Centre

Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is a very common infection contracted from skin contact and from vaginal, anal or oral sex with someone who has the virus. The infected person may not even show signs or experience any symptoms, in fact, symptoms could take years to show after HPV has been contracted.

The most important thing you need to know about Human Papillomavirus is that some types of HPV do not go away and can cause genital warts or l...

06:24 7th January 2018 | Bacteria Infection

E.Coli Escherichia Coli STEC Shiga Bacteria UTI Urinary Tract Infection E.Coli Symptoms E.Coli Causes Vomitting Dehydration Fatigue Nausea

E. coli (Escherichia coli) is a type of bacteria. Certain strains are harmless, however, others can have dangerous effects. Strains of E. coli include:

00:21 7th January 2018 | Cancer in Women

Cervical Health Awareness Month January 2017 HPV Information Centre Cervical Cancer LBC HPV Testing HPV Vaccinations Common Cancer Cytology Test

January is Cervical Health Awareness Month. According to a 2017 fact sheet, released by ICO HPV Information Centre on HPV and Cancer, approximately 14 089 Nigerian women are diagnosed with cervical cancer every year of which 8 240 do not survive.

Now, more than ever, we would like to encourage women to come for screenings at our Medicentre that could save their lives. We offer the following two tests:

18:35 6th January 2018 | Fertility Assessment

FertilitySure Semen Analysis Assessment Sperm Treatment Option Treatment Process Male Fertility Assisted Reproductive Procedures

Some causes of male fertility challenges may have simple solutions while others require more advanced treatments. After an assessment, the reason for infertility will help determine the best treatment plan to improve chances of conception.

What Does an Assessment Entail

After minor challenges have been ruled out by a physician at a Medicentre, a FertilitySure assessment for men or couples is recommended. For men, an assessment con...

21:46 9th December 2017 | Transport IVF

Oocytes IVF Plachot Feichtinger Kemeter Incubators Gamete Transporters Assisted Conception PGD PGS Cryopreservation Ovarian Stimulation Fertility Clinics

Transport IVF was first developed and tested by Plachot et al. in France and by Feichtinger and Kemeter in Vienna.

It involves the transport of oocytes (mature ova/eggs) from a clinic to an IVF lab. Once they reach the IVF lab they can be fertilised and cultured.

The resultant embryos are then transported to the original clinic for transfer. Highly trusted incubators, known as gamete transporters, are used for the transport process...

21:21 9th December 2017 | Pre-Pregancy Service

Miracles Babies Medical Assistance Conception Fit For Pregnancy General Check-Up Pregnancy Planning Basic Examinations

Planning to get pregnant and falling pregnant are two different things. Sometimes miracles happen and babies are born without complications or medical assistance to conceive. However, when you start planning for pregnancy there are a few essential steps you can take to make the journey easier and safer for you and your future baby.

Bridge Clinic Medicentre now offers Fit-for-Pregnancy – a pre-pregnancy service ideal for the following ...

16:58 9th December 2017 | General Check-Up

Vaccination Check-up Screening Examinations Primary HealthCare Antibiotics Treatment MediCentre

You car might have had its pre-trip inspection, but what about your body? Before you embark on your trip this festive season, you should book a general check-up and make sure your vaccinations are up to date. If you do not, you could be putting your life at risk. You may even need extra screenings and examinations.

Although mass travel has made so many things possible for so many people, it has also contributed to the spread of threat...

15:18 9th December 2017 | OverIndulge

Festive Season Holidays Balanced LifeStyle OverIndulging Long Periods Festive Feasting General Check-Up LifeStyle Choices Diabetes Pregnancy

Almost everybody looks forward to December and January holidays. These are usually times that call for spending quality time with loved ones, celebrating and lots of feasting – often all at once. Depending on traditions, religion and culture, an abundance of incredible dishes and sometimes alcoholic drinks may both be available for consumption. Long periods of resting and relaxation are also common.

Festive Season Struggles

L...

02:10 9th December 2017 | Tumours

Brain Cancer Skin Cells Stem Cells Tumour Cells Surgical Cavity Cancerous Tendrils

Glioblastoma, a very aggressive form of brain cancer, is extremely difficult to treat and the survival rate of patients beyond two years is only 30%. These tumours do not have clear borders; instead they have thread-like tendrils that extend into nearby areas of the brain. "So there's no possibility of surgically making sure you get every cell out there," Nader Sanai, director of neurosurgical oncology at the Barrow Neurological Institu...

07:18 22nd October 2017 | Proper Medication

Medications Medicines Pharmaceutical Drugs Brand-Name Medications Generic Medications Pharmacological Effects

The following words are interchangeable: medications, medicines and pharmaceutical drugs. The purpose of medication is to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent a disease or condition.

There are brand-name medications and generic medications. Medications can also be classified according to: