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March is National Kidney Month
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March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month!
Colon Cancer Awareness Month is observed every March to raise awareness about colon cancer, promote early detection, and encourage regular screenings.
CARDIAC ARREST
occurs when the heart malfunctions and stops beating unexpectedly. Cardiac arrest is an “ELECTRICAL” problem.A HEART ATTACK
occurs when blood flow to the heart is blocked. A heart attack is a “CIRCULATION” problem.HEALTH HEADLINES
FEBRUARY 2025: February is Heart Month - Cardiac Arrest vs. Heart Attack
What Happens? Seconds later, a person becomes unresponsive, is not breathing or is only gasping. Death occurs within minutes if the victim does not receive treatment.
A blocked artery prevents oxygen-rich blood from reaching a section of the heart. If the blocked artery is not reopened quickly, the part of the heart normally nourished by that artery begins to die... [Read more]
May 2024: High Blood PressureYour blood pressure measurement takes into account how much blood is passing through your blood vessels and the amount of resistance the blood meets while the heart is pumping.
High blood pressure, or hypertension, occurs when the force of blood pushing through your vessels is consistently too high. In this article, we’ll cover the basics of hypertension, including its symptoms, causes, how it’s treated, and more... [Read more]
APRIL 2024: April Is Autism Awareness MonthAutism, a complex condition, manifests differently in each individual, presenting a wide array of strengths and challenges. At its core, autism is characterised by differences in social communication and interaction, alongside restricted interests and repetitive behaviours. For some, sensory sensitivities further shape their experiences, influencing how they perceive and engage with the world around them. Despite these challenges, individuals with autism often exhibit remarkable talents and abilities, contributing valuable insights and perspectives to society. By recognising and embracing the diversity... [Read more]
OCTOBER 2023: October Is Healthy Lung MonthWhat Is A Breast Self-Exam? A breast self-exam is an early detection tool that uses a combination of physical and visual examinations of the breasts to check for signs and symptoms of breast cancer. The purpose of a breast self-exam is to become familiar with the way your breasts normally look and feel. Knowing how your breasts normally look and feel, also called breast self-awareness, will help you identify any changes or abnormalities in your breasts, such as a new lump or skin changes. Any changes in your breasts discovered during a breast self-exam should be reported to your healthcare provider right away... [Read more]
- Causing scar tissue that blocks fallopian tubes
- Creating hormonal imbalances that affect ovulation
- Leading to inflammation that impacts egg quality
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Why are vaccines so important?
- Vaccines protect against serious diseases.
- These diseases still exist and outbreaks do occur.
- Vaccines are recommended throughout our lives.
- Vaccines are very safe.
Remember the Flu Vaccine:
- Vaccines protect you all year round, but August is a great time to get vaccinated! August is also a good time for you and your family to make plans to get the flu vaccine. The vaccine usually becomes available in mid- to late-August. Getting the vaccine early can help prevent you and your family members from getting the flu throughout all of flu season. You can learn more about the flu and flu vaccine at Flu.gov.
- When taking yourself and your family for your flu shots, you can also ask your health care provider about other routinely recommended vaccines you might need. Make sure that the whole family is up-to-date on their DTap/Tdap and MMRV boosters too!
Remember, it’s NAIM! Vaccines are the best defense we have against these and other serious diseases, and it’s important to make sure that you’re up to date on all recommended vaccines. Use National Immunization Awareness Month as your chance to make sure that all your vaccinations are current!
