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Public Health Education is Paramount

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Dear Reader 👇 I hope this message finds you well.  Understanding and acquiring health knowledge is of utmost importance in our lives, and cannot be overlooked.  In today's fast-paced world, where information is readily available at our fingertips, it is crucial to equip ourselves with accurate and reliable health knowledge. By doing so, we empower ourselves to make well-informed decisions about our well-being and that of our loved ones. Health knowledge serves as a foundation for maintaining good health and preventing illness.  It allows us to navigate through the abundance of health-related information accessible to us, sorting through the facts and myths.  With a solid understanding of health, we are better positioned to adopt healthy lifestyles, make appropriate dietary choices, practice preventive measures, and seek timely medical attention when necessary. Unfortunately, the cost of health knowledge, particularly in some contexts, can be quite substantial. ...

Drugs you shouldn't take together

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A lot of people are unaware that some of the drugs they randomly take actually interact and as such will affect their medical conditions. That is why it's good to consult your doctor or pharmacist on any new drug you are taking to get appropriate advice. What is Drug - Drug Interaction? When you take 2 drugs that interact. The possible effects are 1. They may end up reducing the effect of each other as such lead to therapeutic failure  2. May increase the effect of each other there by leading to overdose. 3. Might be purely toxic and cause adverse effects. Below are medicines you shouldn't take together to prevent any unfavourable effect to self: 1. Nifedipine and Nitrate Nifedipine is a drug that is used for hypertension. Nitrates are vasodilators mostly useful in the management and treatment of angina. 2. Statins with Gemfibrozil Statins are drugs like Rosuvastastin and Atovastatin used to lower blood cholesterol. Gemfibrozil is a useful medication for the reduction of trigly...

Emerging Technology in Health

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In today's post, we will be talking about emerging technologies in the 21st century that has or will redefine health care. 1. E-prescribing  With electronic prescribing, or “e-Prescribing,” health care providers can enter prescription information into a computer device – like a tablet, laptop, or desktop computer – and securely transmit the prescription to pharmacies using a special software program and connectivity to a transmission network.  When a pharmacy receives a request, he/she can begin filling the medication right away. The Benefits of e-Prescribing e-Prescribing can: • Help improve health care quality and patient safety by reducing medication errors and checking for drug interactions • Make care more convenient by allowing providers to electronically request prescription refills. In short, e-Prescribing is more convenient, cheaper, and safer for doctors, pharmacies, and patients. What do you think about e-prescribing 2. Artificial Pancreas In 2014 researchers at Yal...

Essential Medication Safety Advice

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Before you take medications, it is paramount for you to understand basic medication safety guide inorder to enjoy quality life. Here are some general medication safety tips to consider: 1. Follow the prescribed dosage:  Take medications as directed by your healthcare provider or as indicated on the label. Do not exceed the recommended dose unless instructed to do so by a healthcare professional. 2. Read the labels:  Carefully read the labels and packaging of medications before taking them. Pay attention to the active ingredients, dosage instructions, warnings, and potential side effects. 3. Store medications properly:  Keep medications in their original containers and store them in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Some medications may require refrigeration, so check the instructions for specific storage requirements. 4. Check expiration dates:  Discard any medications that have expired. Expired medications may not be as effective and could potentially be ...

A New Nigeria

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Happy Independence day to Nigeria @ 63.