During the winter months, joint pain increases. Symptoms: joint pain, swelling, limited movement. Osteoarthritis should not be massaged because it can cut the small tendons that connect the two bones. There are two types of arthropathy: arthritis or an attack of infection on the joints; and the second is osteoarthritis, which is a destruction of the cartilage. Causes: trauma, old age, hepatitis virus (inflammation of the liver).

The cold triggers the "disease of the stomach", that is, the winter season. There are many types of stomach ailments: gastritis, peptic ulcer, peptic reflux, hiatal hernia, perforations or injuries or broken esophagus, esophageal cancer or stomach cancer. Possible symptoms: stomach cramps, inflammation, nausea and vomiting, burning or bloating. Types of foods that cause stomach upset: foods with lots of "spices", vinegar, alcohol, taking "medicines" to relieve inflammation, not following doctor's instructions.

The male genitals have structures, which are outside and inside. Those that we see on the outside are the penis, the kidneys, which are covered with skin; those inside are the urinary tract, the seminal vesicle-producing organs. Sexually transmitted diseases of the male genital organs: skin infections, sexually transmitted diseases or diseases caused by impurities "herpes", syphilis. In order to be healthy, the trousers should not be too tight and the type of fabric offered should be "cotton", being very careful not to hit these bursae.

There are many kinds of diseases that can affect the uterus in women, so that the treatment is not too late, it is good to consult a doctor as soon as there is a strange phenomenon near the abdomen and the vagina, fatigue or cramps. These include: endometriosis, fibroids, cancer of the uterus and cervix, uterine dysfunction. There are some worrying cases, which should encourage women to consult a doctor: irregular bleeding, pelvic pain, constipation...

Diocese of Miarinarivo

Pope Francis has accepted the renunciation of the pastoral government of the Diocese of Miarinarivo, presented by H.E. Mgr Jean Claude Randrianarisoa. At the same time, the Supreme Pontiff has appointed H.E. Mgr Marie Fabien Raharilamboniaina, as Apostolic Admnistrator sede vacante et ad nutum Sanctae Sedis of the same Diocese.

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Love and Salvation

Christmas is a great joy, because it is the love of God that has come to us, proclaims Fr. Bizimana Innocent, Provincial Superior of the Salesians Don Bosco of Madagascar and Mauritius, presenting his Christmas greetings. Salvation is accomplished, so life is not in danger of disappearing. It is this love and this salvation that we wish to fill our life so that we have peace.

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Zatti, our brother

The short film "Zatti, our brother" (Argentina, 2020) focuses on one of the most difficult episodes of his life. We are in Viedma, in 1941: at the age of 60, Zatti is forced to leave the hospital he has attended for decades. His faith and strength are tested.

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