Weekly health tips from the health professionals
January is cervical cancer awareness month. Ladies are adviced to;
Many people will be dieting and working out to shed the extra pounds they put on during the festive season.
This is usually an uphill task.
You should be concerned if you lose weight without making any effort.
See your doctor if you progressively lose 5 or more kilograms without making any effort.
Blessings.
Anxiety over health, money or family problems is common but excessive worry can prevent a person from leading a normal life.
Speak to your doctor if you ;
¨ Worry intensely about everyday matters.
¨ Feel restless and have trouble relaxing.
¨ Have difficulty concentrating.
¨ Have trouble sleeping or falling asleep.
¨ Feel tired all the times.
¨ Are easily startled.
¨ Sweat a lot, feel light headed or are out of breath.
The festive period provides us an ideal opportunity to talk to, visit or engage with people around us. Some of us have a close family member or friend we think is lonely. A Christmas or new year resolution to see our friends and family more often can boost our own mental well being as well as that of others.
HAPPY NEW YEAR
A healthy mental attitude determines how we handle stress, relate to others and make choices.
You can take care of your mental health by
Have you forgotten about a Doctor’s appointment?
You may be suffering form a mild or serious memory problem. Seek a doctor’s help to determine if your problem is normal or not, or what is causing it.
Signs of a serious memory problem include:
Most black eye injuries aren’t serious. The discoloration is caused by bleeding of the skin under the eye; gently apply a cold pack or a cloth filled with ice to the area several times a day for a day or two. Incase you develop vision problems, severe pain or bleeding in your eye or form your nose, see a doctor.
If you know someone who is depressed provide support and encouragement by: