Author Archives: chatwithdrketch

Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness in the world and many people who have it don’t even know it. Because the damage happens slowly, people often notice the problem only after significant vision loss has already occurred. … Continue reading →

Q: Can you tell me about endometriosis? Endometriosis is a condition where tissue similar to the lining of the uterus (womb) are found outside of the uterus. It may be found on: • The ovaries • Fallopian tubes • The … Continue reading →

Happy International Women’s Day! This post from the year of COVID rang true to me again today. So today, I explore what it means to be a woman. To me… It’s being thankful for my children, who make me so … Continue reading →

Many cases of food poisoning start in the home kitchen, often from simple food handling mistakes we don’t even realise we are making. As we head into the weekend, here are a few simple kitchen hygiene reminders that can help … Continue reading →

Q: Good afternoon ma. I forgot to add this question: is combination of milk and malt good, as some people say it’s like blood tonic? A: Oh! That beloved combination – Milk and Malt, which was reward for great work, … Continue reading →

Q: Can a breastfeeding mother get pregnant? A: Yes. she can. But, there is a reason many people believe otherwise. Breastfeeding increases hormones that can suppress ovulation, and this effect was once used as a form of birth control called … Continue reading →