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MEDTIPS MAGAZINE (HEALTH PROMOTION) BASIC FACTS ABOUT TUBERCULOSIS (TB) There have been alot of miscommunication on tuberculosis, how it's spread and contracted, possible symptoms and possible things to do if contracted. In this article you will find out all of what are listed above about tuberculosis. WHAT IS TUBERCULOSIS:  Tuberculosis is a disease caused by bacteria called myobacteria. The bacteria usually attack the lungs, but they can also lead to damage of other parts of the body. HOW DOES TUBERCULOSIS SPREAD: Tuberculosis is spread through air when a person with tuberculosis of the lungs or throat does the following Coughs Sneezes Talks. If you have been exposed, you should consult your doctor for tests.  One can likely contract tuberculosis if they have weak immune system. Below are the symptoms of tuberculosis; SYMPTOMS OF TUBERCULOSIS: A bad cough that lasts 3 weeks or longer Weight loss Loss of appetite Coughing up blood or mucus Weakness and fatigue Fev...

  AFTER MEDICAL/HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY WHAT NEXT?   Most medical students especially those in basic medical sciences ask questions like this; after Human Anatomy, Medical biochemistry, Medical/human physiology what are the career prospects,how can they use their degree in the clinical world and research institutes.      This article is focused more on medical/human physiology, what next after the study of bodily functions and mechanisms.  Before, the details of the main topic will be unveiled, there are some important terms and definitions that should be known which are; Meaning of medical physiology Who is a medical physiologist Branches of medical physiology  Specialties of Medical physiology Duration of study Professional bodies governing the study of physiology. MEANING OF MEDICAL PHYSIOLOGY: medical physiology / Human physiology /physiology is a medical branch of study that deals with the normal biological functions in the body, it ranges from...

 Your memory can be triggered by different cues in your environment. If you are having trouble remembering the material you are studying, try moving to a new spot to help the information stand out in your mind. REVISIT THE MATERIAL Review the material you studied a couple days after your study session. Make a mental note of anything you have forgotten, and review those areas again. LEARNING ISN’T JUST ABOUT MEMORIZATION Remember, it’s important to use these memory techniques on top of other good study habits like proper time management and organization. This will help make sure you’re not simply memorizing the material, but working toward a deeper understanding of the subject .  .googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuHvdRzbY1GcLi3EyyXMdcA_rGz1AHyPc0gkU5XFr5_uAPIH-cr4EqKYhUKZ0_IXGL9ia3YEOZ06AWBgL2_vr0-uzwz6EYDFRB_E1koS3cF-T8dm0NkR-smCHV9pwyOHlRCZQgZz1xSWYzgfeIay6Eaa-fncfljmtlZ5_g5FQ58MdJqeKtOgG31VPa/s320/images%20(3).jpeg" width="320" /> There are various enviro...

MEDICAL SCHOOL ESSENTIALS Top 13. Thinking of the must-have medical school essentials, you're a the right place. The thing is you don't really need much stuffs to start medical school, you just need the important materials Listed below are top thirteen medical school essentials... 1. Stethoscope despite being a freshman in college or a sophomore, you'd need a stethoscope, litman's stethoscope is a great suggestion. Most medical schools in Nigeria introduce the use of stethoscope from sophomore or the preclinical year in med school. Especially during the physiology practicals where they will perform some basic measurements. So having a stethoscope for a start isn't a bad idea. 2. Good tablets, laptops or computers. An average medical student would prefer studying with a laptop or desktop computer. Having at least a laptop could make learning and studying easier. Alot of students prefer to have soft copy notes and texts because it...

STUDYING MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE IN NIGERIA Medical laboratory   Medical laboratory science is one the most lucrative courses in Nigeria. Reliable statistics have shown that every year thousands of students are seeking admission into the university to study medical laboratory science often called med lab/medlabsci. There's no doubt that studying med lab sci in Nigeria is a profitable venture any undergraduate can undertake,but it is actually said that it is not mostly discussed by people how good the course is. In this post you will find out; Universities/schools offering med  lab sci How to become a medical laboratory scientist  Duration of study Work of a medical laboratory scientist  Career and job prospects Disciplines under medical laboratory science  Whether it's a professional course or not Salary of medical laboratory scientists  The question is; Who's a medical laboratory scientist? A medical laboratory scientist or medi...