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Following the deaths of at least 1,300 people at this year’s hajj, the health of pilgrims in Saudi Arabia has become a critical issue. Witnesses and experts say a combination of scorching temperatures and difficulties with crowd control made the sacred event disorienting and dangerous. These pilgrims lack access to essential facilities like air-conditioned buses and tents. Consequently, they must endure long walks under the scorching sun without adequate protection. This situation highlights significant health risks associated with unregistered Hajj participation.

In a heartbreaking turn of events, a two-month-old baby boy has succumbed to pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough, in Tanah Merah, Kelantan. 

The loss of Akira Toriyama serves as a poignant reminder of the fragility of life and the sudden impact that medical conditions like acute subdural haematoma can have. As fans around the world remember his unparalleled contribution to the manga and anime industry, it’s also an opportunity to raise awareness about this serious health issue, underscoring the importance of vigilance in head injury prevention and the urgency of seeking medical attention when needed.

Recap: Seizure vs Epilepsy In our previous article, we talked about the differences between seizures and epilepsy: a seizure being…

A seizure is an abnormal surge in electrical activity in the brain which may affect a person’s consciousness, movements, sensations,…