01. Getting an erection Ever wondered how a man gets an erection? And how the male body reacts to certain sexual stimuli? Take a look at this animation. Read02. Physiology of the erection An erection begins with stimulation. Then impulses from the brain travelling down the spinal column and impulses from the nerves in the penis relax the smooth muscles. Read 03. Physiology of the erection II An erection begins with sensory and mental stimulation. Impulses from the brain and nerves in the penis relax the smooth muscles. Take a look at these cross-section images. Read 04. Male reproductive anatomy The penis is composed of paired erectile bodies. The interior of the corpus caverosum contains vascular spaces that consist of connective tissue and corporal smooth muscle. Read 05. H5N1 Influenza This interactive map shows you how the H5N1 avian flu virus has spread across the Far East, Europe and Africa since the first reports in 1996. Read 06. Flyways of migratory birds This graphic will show you the migratory movement of birds around the world. Read 07. Garfield Your favourite feline friend is now on Health24 Man, bringing you a new strip every day. Read 08. The HI-virus attacks a CD4 cell HIV/Aids is possibly one of the most prominent health issues facing humankind today. But how much to we actually know about how the virus attacks our bodies? Read 09. Epilepsy explained Epilepsy is a condition not many people understand. This graphic is designed to track an epileptic seizure throughout the brain, and highlight the effects of epilepsy on the brain. Read |
10. Malaria Map Use this interactive map to assess the malaria situation in different parts of South Africa. Read 11. World population growth chart With a current estimated population of 6.5 billion people, the planet is beginning to take strain. Watch the human population of earth grow with this live graphic. Read 12. Looking through a diseased eye Ever wondered what it's like to have the sight of someone with a vision problem, like a cataract or myopia? These visuals give you the chance to look through someone else's eyes. Read 13. Penis size per country What is the average penis size in different countries? And how do other countries compare with South Africa? Take a look at what international researchers have found. Read 14. Causes of ED An erection is the result of a series of psychological and physical events. If a problem occurs at any step in the process, the erection may be absent, insufficient or short-lived. Read 15. The sex addiction cycle Sex addiction starts in the mind as a fantasy. The person feels compelled to act it out but feels intense shame afterwards. Read 16. How to remove a ring Ring stuck to your finger? Simply follow these steps from our First Aid Centre. Read |