its been a while

Good evening guys its been  a while since have updated..I travelled and network was very aweful where i am. But am back to give you guys good health news.. thanks for understanding guys

Upcoming International Youth Day

The International Youth day is celebrated by the United Nations on August 12  every year. This year the  theme is #mentalhealthmatters. This is because of different factors affecting the mental health of the youths which causes the youths to behave, do things abnormally and sometimes lead to stigmatization or exclusion in the society. What are you going to do on that day to commemorate the international youth day ? @drmandyy

How he contacted HIV via Watermelon

This young boy on that particular day walked up to a roadside mallam selling fruit to buy Watermelon. Some minutes later, he ate the Watermelon not washing it. Few months after, he fell extremely ill. At the hospital he was tested and in the process was also tested for  HIV and the result was Positive. These boy in question is not promiscuous as he is  still young and now  the big question is How did he contact HIV ? After series of investigation, it was traced back to the road side mallam who sold Watermelon to him. According to eye witnesses around, on that day the said mallam in process of cutting the fruits mistakenly cut his hand and  drops of his blood dropped on the watermelon and the hausa man ignorantly packaged the watermelon fruit without washing which the boy bought and ate without washing. That caused the boys misfortune. Even the mallam did not know he was  infected with the Virus.
A  Warning to everyone, Wash your fruits and food  before Eating to prevent sickness.
Live Healthy Eat Healthy foods.
@drmandyy

Foods that damage the skin

Dairy products- Studies linking the consumption of dairy to breakouts date back to the 1960s. In fact, doctors used to treat acne by recommending patients give up milk. But then, as medication to treat pimples became more effective and available, there was less of a focus on preventing breakouts through dietary changes.
When you develop cystic breakouts—those hard, painful, underground blemishes that linger for weeks on the chin, jaw line, and neck area—it might be a sign that you’re getting more dairy in your diet than your body can tolerate. Your skin acts as an excretory system to get rid of things that your body doesn’t agree with, so when you take in too much dairy, it comes out in the form of cystic blemishes in the lower area of the face.
Sea foods- Shrimp, crab, and lobster are high in iodine, which can lead to clogged pores and acne. A better option is fish, which contains omega fatty acids that help improve your skin.
 Sugary products- Too salty or sugary foods spike your insulin production, which causes inflammation both inside your body and on your face and ultimately slows down your skin’s ability to regenerate itself. It’s also important to limit your alcohol intake, especially drinks with added sugars like margaritas. They dehydrate your body and make fine lines more pronounced.
“Redness and inflammation will continue and be constant factors if sugar isn’t removed from the diet.
Caffeine
Caffeinated drinks dehydrate you, which does a number on your skin’s elasticity and collagen—and that can make your skin more prone to sagging and wrinkles. If you can’t go without it, make sure to drink the recommended eight glasses of water daily to keep your body and skin hydrated.
Processed foodHighly processed junk food made with additives and preservatives—such as white bread, chips, French fries, soda, and candy—makes your blood-sugar levels spike. This causes your hormones to stimulate excessive oil production, clogging pores and aging the skin.
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Note : Moderation is important. if you can not do without some of these foods.. Do not overeat them
@drmandyy

EBOLA Virus is in Lagos

 The hype on Ebola disease has attracted a lot of attention recently. Ebola Virus has been confirmed to have gotten Lagos, Nigeria. It is very important you know about  Ebola Haemorrhagic Disease.
Ebola is viral haemorrhagic  disease caused by the Ebola virus first discovered in 1976 following outbreaks in Sudan and Zaire now Democratic republic of Congo. There are 5 strains of the virus :  Reston, Sudan, Zaire, Cote D'Ivoire and Tai forest Ebola viruses. Ebola can be transmitted when there is direct and indirect contact with infected body fluid and tissue. Infection  could be through direct or indirect contact with saliva, an infected dead person , from animals which can be reservoirs for the virus examples are chimpanzee, gorillas e.t.c. Inadequate cooking of meats is a predisposing factor to contacting Ebola Virus. However, human to human contact is the common route of infection. Ebola virus broke out in guinea on April 15th. Ebola fever can affect every part of the body through common symptoms like : fever with flu, generalised weakness, sore throat, abdominal pains, joint pains, vomiting , diarrhoea( If you notice these symptoms Please visit an hospital and get tested).
Precautions - Avoid direct and indirect contact with bodily fluids and tissue of infected persons.
                   -  Washing of the hands with sanitizers at regular intervals and use of hand gloves
                       especially for hospital workers.
                    -  Proper cooking of meat is necessary.
                    -  Avoid  buying foods like cooked meat, pork sold on road side exposed in the open
                       because some people are fond of touching foods that they will eventually not buy. If
                       its not hot or covered don't buy.
Ebola Virus can be contained  if appropriate steps are taken early.

Not Again!!!

Its so unfortunate that another Air disaster has occurred again killing all 116 people on board. Three air disasters have occurred within a week. What is really happening ? Should we be scared to fly now ? If it is intentional what are they (those behind it) trying to achieve by wasting innocent lives. This has gotten out of hand and everybody must work hand in hand to put a stop to these disasters.

Ask Questions about the Drugs You Ingest

Drugs are very important and  some people can do without them. Whether you are buying  a prescribed drug or over the counter drugs, it is always important to ask questions from the doctors or pharmacists which many people don't do.
Ask if you are confused
- The name of the drug or medication. Master the names no matter how long or complex
- Why you are taking the drugs. You should know the purpose of taking the medication because knowing why your doctor recommended the drug will ensure that the medication is taken appropriately.
-  What effect the drugs will have on you, when are you expected to see results.
-  How much, when and how the drugs should be taken. Follow directions well.
-  What are the side effects. Personally for me when I take chloroquine to treat malaria my body. itches me for 5 days. Ask for side effects of the drugs and which is important to contact your doctor.
- Ask your doctor what to do if you miss or skip a dose.
- Are there certain types of food we should abstain from or eat during use of the drugs. This is because some foods can interfere with the effectiveness of the drug.
- Are there other alternatives to that drug probably its cheaper and will it work the same function as the originally prescribed drug .

source : mayoclinic.com