Health Blog

Clear answers on vitamins, skin, hair and family health from our pharmacy team in Baghdad.

Every article is reviewed by pharmacist Ihab Alghazali
Hair Loss: Causes and Minoxidil 2% vs 5% Treatment

General Health

Hair Loss: Causes and Minoxidil 2% vs 5% Treatment

A practical guide to the causes of hair loss in men and women, how minoxidil works, 2% vs 5%, and when to see a doctor.

Dry Skin and Eczema: Causes and a Daily Care Routine

Skincare

Dry Skin and Eczema: Causes and a Daily Care Routine

Is your skin constantly dry and itchy? We explain why skin dries out in Iraq's climate, how to build a simple daily moisturising routine, and when you need to see a doctor.

Dark Spots & Melasma: Causes, Safe Care and Prevention

Skincare

Dark Spots & Melasma: Causes, Safe Care and Prevention

A practical guide to dark spots, melasma and acne marks: why treatment always starts with sunscreen, and how to choose brightening ingredients safely.

Men's Health and the Prostate After 40: A Practical Guide

General Health

Men's Health and the Prostate After 40: A Practical Guide

Night-time urination and a weak stream after 40 are often caused by benign prostate enlargement. Learn when to see a doctor, which habits help, and what herbal supplements can honestly do.

Pregnancy Vitamins: Before, During and After Birth

Vitamins

Pregnancy Vitamins: Before, During and After Birth

When to start folic acid, when you need iron, and what to avoid: a simple guide to pregnancy and breastfeeding vitamins, alongside your doctor.

Calcium & Magnesium: Complete Guide to Bone and Muscle Health

Supplements

Calcium & Magnesium: Complete Guide to Bone and Muscle Health

Everything about calcium and magnesium: importance for bones, muscles and nerves, correct dosages, and how to choose the right supplement.

Diabetes & Weight Loss: Supplements, Medications & Practical Tips

General Health

Diabetes & Weight Loss: Supplements, Medications & Practical Tips

Comprehensive guide to type 2 diabetes management and its relationship with weight, including supplements and modern GLP-1 medications.

Acne Treatment: Best Products and Evidence-Based Tips

Skincare

Acne Treatment: Best Products and Evidence-Based Tips

Complete guide to treating acne at all severity levels: topical treatments, supplements, daily routine, and when to see a dermatologist.