Stroke awareness is crucial for recognizing the signs and symptoms of a stroke and acting fast to seek medical attention. Understanding the acronym FAST can help identify a potential stroke: F: Face drooping A: Arm weakness S: Speech difficulty T: Time to call emergency services Here’s some more information about these. Facial Drooping: Ask the […]
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National Infertility Awareness Week (NIAW), observed annually in the United States during the last week of April, aims to raise awareness about infertility and its impact on individuals and couples. It’s a time to promote understanding, encourage empathy, and provide support to those struggling with this often-misunderstood condition. Why is NIAW important? Infertility is a
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National Youth HIV and AIDS Awareness Day (NYHAAD), observed each year on April 10th, is a crucial day to raise awareness about the impact of HIV and AIDS on young people. This day provides an opportunity to highlight the ongoing efforts to prevent, treat, and provide care for young people living with HIV. Why is
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American Diabetes Alert Day is observed annually on the fourth Tuesday in March. This year, it falls on March 28, 2024. This day serves as a crucial reminder to raise awareness about diabetes risk and encourage individuals to take proactive steps towards prevention and management. Here are some key reminders to keep in mind for
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Patient Safety Awareness Week is a global campaign held annually to raise awareness of patient safety issues and promote best practices to prevent harm. Whether you’re a healthcare provider, patient, or family member, there are things you can do to contribute to a safer healthcare environment. Here are five tips: 1. Promote Hand Hygiene: Hand
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Shining a Light on a Crucial Issue Each year, the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) dedicates the last full week of February to National Eating Disorders Awareness Week (EDAW). This week serves as a vital platform to raise awareness about eating disorders, promote healthy relationships with food and body image, and encourage individuals and communities
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Congenital heart defects (CHDs) are heart abnormalities that occur before birth. They affect the structure or function of the heart, and can range from mild to severe. CHDs are among the most common birth defects, affecting approximately 1 in 100 babies. While some CHDs are diagnosed shortly after birth, others may not be diagnosed until
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Differentiating Alzheimer’s from Old Age; Signs You Should Look Out For Alzheimer’s is the most prevalent type of dementia. The disease is gradual, starting with mild memory loss and potentially progressing to the loss of communication and environmental awareness. As you can observe, the usual signs of Alzheimer’s can easily be confused with the inevitable
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I want to encourage you guys’ anxiety, and stress levels are very high this time because a lot of you are starting back to work, we have a big population of teachers that are here. A lot of us parents are nervous with virtual school ending mask mandates changing and Rona is still ever present.
High blood pressure has been coined the silent killer for a reason- oftentimes people have very high numbers and with absolutely no symptoms at all. 5 tips on High Blood Pressure: Check your BP. I recommend a digital arm cuff and not a wrist cuff as they are less accurate. Talk with the pharmacy staff
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