15:09 26th September 2017 | Preventive HealthCare

Healthy Balanced Diet Staying Fit Regular Health Checks Quality of Life Early Treatment Regular Screenings Medical Costs Good Health LifeStyle Choices Healthy Weight Health Care Professional Diagnostic Services

The old proverb, 'Prevention is Better than Cure' still rings true today. This involves:

04:15 25th September 2017 | Male Infertility

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Some individuals may know that infertility remains a growing problem in Nigeria. However, what many people don't know is that, according to studies, male factor infertility is responsible for up to 50% of all infertility challenges in the country. These facts and numbers are not common knowledge which makes it even more important to create awareness about the high prevalence of male infertility, its causes and treatment options.

03:53 25th September 2017 | Sickle Cell Prevention

SCD Sickle Cell Disease Sickle Cell Anemia Genetic Conditions Embryos Sickle Cell Prevention PGT

The last thing loving parents want for their children is suffering. Grazed knees and broken hearts are essentially inevitable, but almost all parents will do everything they can to protect their children from anything even remotely threatening. Unfortunately, there are some threats lurking around, even before birth.

03:41 25th September 2017 | Hereditary Mutations

Inherited Mutations Prevent a Disease Prevention Disease Cure Human Embryos Dangerous Mutations Heart Disease DNA Mutations Moral Concerns Ethical Concerns Edited Embryos Uterus Fetus Women's Health Molecular Scissors Natural Defense System Human Application Bacterium Harmful Infections Virus Genetic diseases Chromosomal Abnormaliities Healthy Embryos Transfer Implantation PGD PGS

What if, instead of trying to prevent a disease – or attempting to cure it – it could just be eliminated, before birth? Surely the world as we know it would change forever, in practically countless ways?

One of the latest breakthroughs in science involved the editing of genes in a human embryo to safely remove a dangerous mutation which results in heart disease.

Some researchers and experts believe the procedure could one day be...

14:26 1st September 2017 | Genotype

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BloodtypeIn this blog post we will look at the definition of the words genotype and blood group and why it is important to know your genotype and your blood group compatibility. We will also look at the tests used to determine genotype and blood types and which tests are offered by Bridge Clinic.

What is a Genotype?

A genotype is the entire genetic constitution of an individual, i.e. the genetic makeup of an organism or group of o...

20:28 31st August 2017 | Acute Disease

WHO Cholera Hepatitis E Nigerian Ministry of Health Liver inflammation

A red alert has been raised, by the World Health Organization (WHO), to spread awareness of the acute cases of cholera and hepatitis E in Nigeria. This after the Nigerian Ministry of Health notified the WHO, on 18 June 2017, of a wave of hepatitis E located in the north-east region of the country.

What is Cholera and How is it Transmitted?

Cholera is an infectious and often fatal bacterial disease of the small intestine, typically...

04:15 31st August 2017 | Staff Training

Bridge Clinic Clinical Team International Partners IVF Centres Prof.Zech Bregenz Austria Training Experience Europe High Standard IVF Treatment Nigeria Top-Tiered Clinic Reproductive Medicine International Standards Quality Service Quality Management

Bridge Clinic recently sent their clinical team to visit the headquarters of our international partner, IVF Centres Prof. Zech in Bregenz, Austria. As always, the training experience was invaluable. We send our staff to train at these centres in Europe so they can continue to develop and deliver the highest standard IVF treatment in Nigeria.

The IVF Centres Prof. Zech: Overview

The IVF Centres Prof. Zech are private clinics in Eur...

03:45 31st August 2017 | Weight Management

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Weight management seems like a minor factor to consider, but it can affect natural conception.

In this day and age, infertility – both female and male factor – affects many couples. However, some challenges are easier to overcome than others.

Ideally, one would like to improve a couple’s chances of conceiving naturally, by providing lifestyle management advice and guidance, before turning to assisted reproductive technology.

Wei...

10:25 30th August 2017 | Male Challenges

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When talking about fertility challenges, we are referring to couples who have trouble conceiving or sustaining a pregnancy. Fortunately, there are tests to determine fertility status and treatments to overcome infertility challenges. Even though these challenges are often attributed to women, both partners can face challenges or infertility can solely be due to male factors.

What is Male Factor Infertility?

In a nutshell, it refer...

19:26 25th July 2017 | Health Concerns

Primary HealthCare Provider Assessed Health Recommended Treatment Quality HealthCare Qualified Professionals

A primary healthcare provider is your first ‘stop’ to address any health concerns. Health is assessed, treatment is recommended and referrals are provided if necessary. Receiving quality primary healthcare is important. Whether the goal is to restore your health or manage an illness, you should choose the right primary healthcare provider.

How to Choose A Primary Healthcare Provider

Providers have unique approaches when it comes t...