You need energy from calories for your body to work properly. Your body uses this energy to function properly.

Malaria is a serious infection spread by mosquitoes. If it's not diagnosed and treated quickly, you can die from it.

Tonsillitis is an infection of the tonsils at the sides of your throat. It's a common childhood illness, but teenagers and adults can get it too.

You might get anxious or stressed about making phone calls, dealing with bills or going to appointments. This is understandable. However, there are things you can do to make it easier.

Depression is more than simply feeling unhappy or fed up for a few days. Most people go through periods of feeling down, but when you're depressed, you feel persistently sad for weeks or months, rather than just a few days.

Regardless of your version of true happiness, living a happier, more satisfied life is within reach. A few tweaks to your regular habits, like getting more sleep and exercise, may help you get there.

A urinary tract infection (UTI) affects parts of your urinary system including the bladder, urethra or kidneys.

Pregnancy is a time of excitement and change and AfyaMoja is here to support you through every step.

Diabetes is a condition where your blood sugar (glucose) levels are too high.

Good relationships are important for your mental well-being.

A cold is a very common mild viral infection. You can often treat a cold without seeing a general practitioner.

Insomnia means you regularly have problems sleeping.

Most people feel anxious or scared sometimes, but if it's affecting your life there are things you can try that may help. Support is also available if you're finding it hard to cope with anxiety, fear or panic.

When your baby arrives, it's easy to focus only on their needs - feeding, sleep, and growth. But your health still matters deeply. Postnatal care protects not just you, but your baby too.

When your baby is born, one of the first things they need is you—your warmth, your presence, and your milk. Breastfeeding is natural, but that doesn’t mean it’s always easy.