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13/01/2024

People with anxiety disorders often experience intense and excessive fear and worry that causes problems in their family, social, school and work life. But anxiety disorders can be treated!

Here's what you need to know ⬇️

07/10/2023

Did you know that saturated fats are found in many common foods?

💛 fatty meat 🥩
💛 dairy foods🧀
💛 hard fats and oils, such as butter🧈, ghee, lard, palm oil and coconut oil 🥥

07/10/2023

Remember: only take antibiotics 💊 a health professional has prescribed TO YOU.

We can stop the spread of Antibiotic Resistance.

16/08/2023

5 breastfeeding facts for mothers:

1⃣ Your body is ready to 🤱🏻 from the moment your baby is born
2⃣ 🤱🏻 lowers stress & anxiety
3⃣ 🤱🏻 sets up a baby’s immune system for life
4⃣ 🤱🏻 fights infections
5⃣ The more you 🤱🏻 in the early days, the faster your body makes milk

18/03/2020

https://www.sciencealert.com/who-recommends-to-avoid-taking-ibuprofen-for-covid-19-symptoms/amp

The World Health Organization recommended Tuesday that people suffering COVID-19 symptoms avoid taking ibuprofen, after French officials warned that anti-inflammatory drugs could worsen effects of the virus.

18/03/2020

https://www.huffpost.com/entry/mild-case-coronavirus_l_5e6f9a51c5b60fb69ddb4209

Here's how to take care of yourself at home if you suspect you've contracted COVID-19 and don't qualify for a test.

07/03/2020

Protect yourself and loved ones from getting previously called the .

Wash your hands with soap and water or use an alcohol based hand sanitizer.

More tips below!

07/03/2020

If you feel unwell:
1⃣ stay at home
2⃣ call your 👨‍⚕️👩‍⚕️. (S)he will ask about your symptoms, where you have been & who you have had contact with. This will help ensure you get the right advice & stop you from infecting others coronavirus.

14/10/2019

DYK: Breast cancer is the most common cancer among 👩👩‍🦱👩‍🦳👱‍♀️ worldwide. Early detection through screening is vital to reduce breast cancer deaths.

05/10/2019

Know how much sugar you are consuming. Think before you drink!