Proven Health Benefits of Ginger ~ Day 1

Ginger Contains Gingerol, a Substance With Powerful Medicinal Properties Ginger is a flowering plant that originated from China. It belongs to the Zingiberaceae family, and is closely related to turmeric, cardomon and galangal. The rhizome (underground part of the stem) is the part commonly used as a spice. It is often called ginger root, or […]

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CHILD HEALTH PROMOTION WEEK, 2017

From 8th – 12th May, 2017. Theme: HEALTHY CHILD, START RIGHT, DO IT RIGHT FOR TOTAL GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT. Take your child under 5years to the nearest Government health facility FROM 8th – 12th May, 2017 for the following essential services, free of charge. Birth registration of children under one years. Bed nets for children […]

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Acute Flaccid Paralysis (AFP)

AFP is a clinical syndrome, typically characterized by rapid onset weakness, which may include respiratory and bulbar weakness. AFP is a broad clinical syndrome with an array of diagnostic possibilities, and may be the result of infectious or non-infectious agents AFP may be caused by a number of agents. The immune-mediated condition Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS). […]

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Meningitis Symptoms, Causes & Prevention

MENINGITIS This is an infection of the coverings of the brain, and is most commonly caused by bacteria. Other causative organisms are viruses, fungi and protozoa. One type, cerebrospinal meningitis (CSM), caused by Neisseria meningitides, is common in the northern and upper regions of Ghana, and usually occurs in epidemics during the harmattan season. This […]

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Brush Up on Hygiene

Brushing your teeth is an important part of your dental care routine. For a healthy mouth and smile, Central Kasoa Clinic recommends you: Brush your teeth twice a day with a soft-bristled brush. The size and shape of your brush should fit your mouth allowing you to reach all areas easily. Replace your toothbrush every three […]

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DENGUE FEVER

Dengue is a mosquito-borne viral infection   Transmission The Aedes aegypti mosquito is the primary vector of dengue. The virus is transmitted to humans through the bites of infected female mosquitoes. After virus incubation for 4–10 days, an infected mosquito is capable of transmitting the virus for the rest of its life. Infected symptomatic or […]

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