Real Alternatives provides pregnancy support through offices in Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Indiana. They encourage pregnant women to seek prenatal care to help ensure the health of both mother and baby. There are five key aspects of prenatal care: 1) receiving nutritional information and dietary advice, 2) tracking the baby's growth and development through measurements and ultrasounds, 3) learning about the labor and delivery process and creating a birth plan, 4) reducing risks of complications by receiving health information and advice, and 5) testing for medical conditions and genetic disorders.
Preparation for parenthood ,childbirth and importance ofKavirajput1
This document discusses the importance of preparation for parenthood, childbirth, and institutional delivery. It outlines the goals of parenthood as promoting survival, economic self-sufficiency, and self-actualization. It emphasizes the importance of physical, psychological, and financial preparedness for parenthood and childbirth. Psychological preparation involves reducing fear and building confidence through education. Institutional delivery is also recommended, as it provides trained healthcare professionals, emergency care, hygienic conditions, and round-the-clock supervision for better outcomes for both mother and child.
Newborn Screening | Infant Care | Health Care | Baby's First Testjohndemello7
Baby's First Test is the nation's newborn screening education center for parents, health professionals, and the public on the newborn screening system.
Visit http://www.babysfirsttest.org/
This document discusses antenatal care, which refers to the care provided to pregnant women from the first month of pregnancy until delivery. It outlines the objectives, components, and benefits of antenatal care. The objectives include maintaining the health of the mother, promoting well-being of the mother and child, ensuring a healthy full-term baby, and early detection of risks. Components include medical examinations, tests, counseling, and health education. Benefits are better health for mother and baby, increased knowledge, improved preparation, and staying up-to-date. The document also notes obstacles to antenatal care in Bangladesh and recommendations to improve access and utilization.
Ante Natal, Intra Natal AND Post Natal Care of Asian WomenSharda University
This document provides information on maternal and child health (MCH). It begins by introducing MCH and noting that mothers and children are vulnerable groups. MCH refers to promotive, preventive, curative and rehabilitative healthcare for mothers and children, including maternal health, child health, family planning, and more. The objectives of MCH are to reduce mortality and morbidity in mothers, newborns, infants and children, promote reproductive health, and promote physical and psychological development of children. The document then discusses various aspects of MCH including preconceptional care, antenatal care, the maternity cycle, and health education topics for expectant mothers.
This document provides information to parents on maintaining their child's health. It discusses establishing healthy habits like diet, hygiene, exercise, limiting screen time, and regular doctor visits. It also covers common childhood illnesses and the benefits of long-term healthy practices, including a stronger immune system and better ability to function. Maintaining health insurance is also recommended in case medical costs become necessary. The overall message is that parenting practices can help ensure children grow up happy and resistant to diseases.
Infant Vaccinations Importance, Schedule & Common Queries.pptxLovina Kapoor
Infant vaccinations play a vital role in early healthcare in India. The vaccines provide essential protection against life-threatening diseases and ensure a bright, disease-free future for young children. Here we will understand the importance of timely vaccinations, the recommended schedule, and address common queries that are vital for parents.
This document provides an overview of preventive pediatrics. It defines preventive pediatrics as preventing disease and promoting children's physical, mental, and social well-being to achieve positive health. It discusses antenatal, postnatal, and social preventive pediatrics. It also covers various child health programs like immunization, breastfeeding, ICDS, and the roles of organizations like WHO, UNICEF, and nurses in preventive pediatrics.
Real Alternatives provides pregnancy support through offices in Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Indiana. They encourage pregnant women to seek prenatal care to help ensure the health of both mother and baby. There are five key aspects of prenatal care: 1) receiving nutritional information and dietary advice, 2) tracking the baby's growth and development through measurements and ultrasounds, 3) learning about the labor and delivery process and creating a birth plan, 4) reducing risks of complications by receiving health information and advice, and 5) testing for medical conditions and genetic disorders.
Preparation for parenthood ,childbirth and importance ofKavirajput1
This document discusses the importance of preparation for parenthood, childbirth, and institutional delivery. It outlines the goals of parenthood as promoting survival, economic self-sufficiency, and self-actualization. It emphasizes the importance of physical, psychological, and financial preparedness for parenthood and childbirth. Psychological preparation involves reducing fear and building confidence through education. Institutional delivery is also recommended, as it provides trained healthcare professionals, emergency care, hygienic conditions, and round-the-clock supervision for better outcomes for both mother and child.
Newborn Screening | Infant Care | Health Care | Baby's First Testjohndemello7
Baby's First Test is the nation's newborn screening education center for parents, health professionals, and the public on the newborn screening system.
Visit http://www.babysfirsttest.org/
This document discusses antenatal care, which refers to the care provided to pregnant women from the first month of pregnancy until delivery. It outlines the objectives, components, and benefits of antenatal care. The objectives include maintaining the health of the mother, promoting well-being of the mother and child, ensuring a healthy full-term baby, and early detection of risks. Components include medical examinations, tests, counseling, and health education. Benefits are better health for mother and baby, increased knowledge, improved preparation, and staying up-to-date. The document also notes obstacles to antenatal care in Bangladesh and recommendations to improve access and utilization.
Ante Natal, Intra Natal AND Post Natal Care of Asian WomenSharda University
This document provides information on maternal and child health (MCH). It begins by introducing MCH and noting that mothers and children are vulnerable groups. MCH refers to promotive, preventive, curative and rehabilitative healthcare for mothers and children, including maternal health, child health, family planning, and more. The objectives of MCH are to reduce mortality and morbidity in mothers, newborns, infants and children, promote reproductive health, and promote physical and psychological development of children. The document then discusses various aspects of MCH including preconceptional care, antenatal care, the maternity cycle, and health education topics for expectant mothers.
This document provides information to parents on maintaining their child's health. It discusses establishing healthy habits like diet, hygiene, exercise, limiting screen time, and regular doctor visits. It also covers common childhood illnesses and the benefits of long-term healthy practices, including a stronger immune system and better ability to function. Maintaining health insurance is also recommended in case medical costs become necessary. The overall message is that parenting practices can help ensure children grow up happy and resistant to diseases.
Infant Vaccinations Importance, Schedule & Common Queries.pptxLovina Kapoor
Infant vaccinations play a vital role in early healthcare in India. The vaccines provide essential protection against life-threatening diseases and ensure a bright, disease-free future for young children. Here we will understand the importance of timely vaccinations, the recommended schedule, and address common queries that are vital for parents.
This document provides an overview of preventive pediatrics. It defines preventive pediatrics as preventing disease and promoting children's physical, mental, and social well-being to achieve positive health. It discusses antenatal, postnatal, and social preventive pediatrics. It also covers various child health programs like immunization, breastfeeding, ICDS, and the roles of organizations like WHO, UNICEF, and nurses in preventive pediatrics.
From Birth to Adolescence_ The Journey with Your Pediatrician.pptxAnkura Hospital
A new mother is faced with the dilemma of whether to take her child to visit a family doctor or the best pediatric doctor Bhubaneswar. Nonetheless, you have to give seeing a physician significant thought if you're worried about your child's health. Take a look at the benefits of seeing a doctor.
This document discusses child health care services in primary health care. The objectives of child health care are to decrease child mortality rates, promote child health, provide nutritious diets, and monitor child growth and development. Key services discussed include newborn care, immunizations, growth monitoring, hygiene, and early detection and treatment of health problems. Newborn care includes immediate care after birth, maintaining temperature and breastfeeding. Immunizations follow a national schedule. Growth is monitored through weight, height, and developmental assessments.
Crimson Publishers-Care for Both Partners before Conception: The Logical Star...CrimsonPublishers-PRM
Crimson Publishers-Care for Both Partners before Conception: The Logical Starting Place To Improve Fertility and Every Aspect of Reproduction By Janette E Roberts* in Perceptions in Reproductive Medicine
I am a student who graduated with bachelor of science in midwifery from Lira University and a master degree in microbiology from Kampala International University
On April 6, 2019, the EveryLife Foundation for Rare Diseases and Genetic Alliance hosted a workshop to provide education about the process of adding rare genetic conditions to the federal Recommended Newborn Screening Panel. Presentations include insights from national newborn screening experts in biochemical sciences, genetics, and political advocacy.
Under five clinic and well baby clinicNursingSpark
The document discusses under five clinics and well baby clinics. The main points are:
- Under five clinics and well baby clinics provide comprehensive healthcare like preventative services, treatment, and education to children under age 5/6 in a specialized facility.
- Services include growth monitoring, immunizations, nutrition support, treatment of illness, and health education to mothers on childcare and development.
- Healthcare personnel run the clinics, provide treatment, monitor children's growth, administer vaccinations, and educate mothers on child health issues.
- One of the most important services offered is providing routine immunizations to protect against diseases.
This document summarizes key topics in maternal and child health, including preconception health, prenatal care, delivery methods, postpartum care for women and infants, and emerging issues. It discusses strategies to improve outcomes like increasing access to reproductive healthcare and promoting breastfeeding. It also covers regionalized perinatal care, well-child visits, immunizations, safe sleep practices and social determinants of health. Emerging issues discussed include substance use in pregnancy, protecting women and infants' health in disasters, and the health needs of justice-involved women.
This document summarizes a presentation on health promotion in infants, children, and adolescents. It discusses principles of health supervision including developmental surveillance, injury and disease prevention, and health promotion. It also identifies common health issues facing children in Saudi Arabia such as tooth decay, overweight, accidental injuries, and substance abuse. The role of nurses is to educate families on topics like oral health, healthy weight, nutrition, and encouraging treatment programs.
KEEP CALM AND BELLY ON: HOW TO DEAL WITH A HIGH-RISK PREGNANCYLovina Kapoor
This document discusses factors that can lead to a high-risk pregnancy and ways to minimize risks. It identifies several factors that can increase pregnancy risks such as age under 17 or over 35, multiple births, previous pregnancy complications, existing medical conditions, smoking, and premature labor. It recommends preconception evaluation, regular prenatal care, healthy lifestyle habits, addressing any medical conditions, and having social support to help reduce risks.
Preventives in obs pedia and geriatericsDrRavi Jain
This document discusses preventive measures in obstetrics and pediatrics. It covers antenatal, intranatal, and postnatal care including the importance of breastfeeding and monitoring infant growth and development. Key aspects include immunizing mothers and children, providing nutrition education, treating common issues like malnutrition and infection, and ensuring clean delivery practices. The overall goal is to promote maternal and child health through preventive healthcare.
This document provides information on the differences between bacteria and viruses. It begins by explaining that bacteria are complex single-celled organisms that can reproduce on their own, while viruses are extremely small and can only reproduce inside host cells. Common illnesses caused by bacteria and viruses are listed. The document notes that antibiotics can treat bacterial infections but not viral infections, which require antiviral medications. It emphasizes the importance of seeking prompt medical care for viral illnesses and taking preventative measures like handwashing.
PRECONCEPTION CARE &PARENTHOOD PREPARATION.pptxBRITO MARY
This document provides an overview of preconception care presented by Mrs. John Britto Mary. It defines preconception care as interventions that aim to identify and modify risks to a woman's health or pregnancy outcome. The goals of preconception care are to optimize the woman's health, minimize risks to her and the fetus, and provide information to make informed decisions about future reproduction. The need for preconception care is to improve pregnancy outcomes and identify risks before pregnancy. Key components include early risk detection and prevention, managing high-risk factors before conception, and creating awareness. Elements addressed include nutrition, genetics, maternal age, environmental hazards, and medical history. The roles of midwives are also outlined.
Before, parents were authoritarian. The traditional family based the education of the children and also the behavior with the woman on the cruelty. The father was a despot, the master, the Fquih himself. Children were beaten at home and at school; even the neighbors ... could intervene to correct a child who committed a stupidity ... the discussions, the complaints, the requests were forbidden. Today, parents are understanding, democratic and kind to their children. They accept criticism. They share opinions with their children. In my opinion, I want my father and my teachers to be democrats and kind, but all the same, to certain limits. Parents must intervene at the appropriate time to educate their children. Of course there are certain frontiers not to be exceeded. The fear of being disputed by dad or mom makes the child think before acting out in general. However, there is no miracle recipe because every child is different and the parents have to adapt and set a good example, find the right balance.
Pediatrics focuses on the health of infants, children, and adolescents. Pediatricians specialize in evaluating, diagnosing, and treating children, with the goals of supporting their growth and development and helping them achieve their full potential. Key aspects of pediatrics include addressing the anatomical, physiological, immunological, and developmental differences between children and adults. Pediatricians aim to improve children's health through disease prevention, nutrition support, and treatment tailored to a child's stage of development.
The first 1000 days between conception and a child's second birthday provide the greatest opportunity to positively impact long-term development through nurturing care. During this period, the brain grows rapidly and is shaped by environments and relationships. Proper nutrition, health, stimulation and parenting can influence cognitive, physical, social and psychological development. Ensuring children receive responsive caregiving, good nutrition and healthy supportive environments during these critical first 1000 days lays the foundation for their future growth, learning and well-being.
The Home Doctor - Practical Medicine for Every Household:Deepakkumar244612
Full Ebook Download - https://bit.ly/homedoctor304
The Home Doctor - Practical Medicine for Every Household:
The Only Book You Need When Help is Not On The Way
Full Ebook Download - https://bit.ly/homedoctor304
The Home Doctor - Practical Medicine for Every Household - is a 304 page doctor written and approved guide on how to manage most health situations when help is not on the way.
If you want to see what happens when things go south, all you have to do is look at Venezuela: no electricity, no running water, no law, no antibiotics, no painkillers, no anesthetics, no insulin or other important things.
But if you want to find out how you can still manage in a situation like this, you must also look to Venezuela and learn the ingenious ways they developed to cope.
The document discusses preconception care and preparing for parenthood. It defines preconception counseling as counseling couples about pregnancy before conception to modify risks. The goals are to improve knowledge and behaviors related to preconception care and reduce risks of adverse pregnancy outcomes. Components of preconception care include risk assessment, health promotion, and interventions. Barriers include unintended pregnancies and limited access to healthcare. Preparing for parenthood involves the decision to have children and ensuring physical, emotional, and financial readiness through education, counseling during pregnancy, and supportive services after birth.
Childhood is a period where the needs vary according to age.
For a pediatric nurse when dealing with children they should be aware of the needs of a healthy child.
- Freud proposed a psychosexual theory of development that occurs in stages focused on different pleasure areas of the body. Failing to progress through a stage can result in fixation that influences adult behavior.
- Erikson expanded on Freud and proposed an eight-stage psychosocial theory describing development across the lifespan as people face conflicts in social interaction. Successfully managing each stage leads to psychological virtues.
- Piaget's cognitive theory proposed that children think differently than adults and described four stages of intellectual development from birth to adulthood involving changes in logical and abstract thought.
This document provides 19 different cardio exercises that can be done at home, grouped into beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels. It emphasizes that regular cardio exercise has significant health benefits, such as weight loss, better sleep, and reduced disease risk. While outdoor exercise is optimal, it notes that many effective cardio routines can be done indoors without equipment through bodyweight exercises. Safety tips are also provided, such as warming up, cooling down, gradually increasing intensity, and consulting a doctor for pre-existing conditions.
1. Cancer is a disease where cells grow uncontrollably and spread to other parts of the body. It is caused by genetic changes that affect genes controlling cell growth.
2. There are over 100 types of cancer named after the organs or tissues where they form, such as lung cancer or brain cancer. The main types are carcinomas, sarcomas, leukemias, lymphomas, and myelomas.
3. Cancer cells behave abnormally by growing without signals, ignoring signals to stop growing, invading nearby tissue and spreading to distant areas via metastasis. Not all abnormal cell growth or changes are cancer; some may develop into cancer if not treated.
Cancer is a leading cause of death worldwide, accounting for nearly 10 million deaths in 2020. The most common cancers are breast, lung, colon and rectum, and prostate cancers. Around one-third of cancer deaths are caused by tobacco use, high BMI, alcohol, low fruit/vegetable intake, and physical inactivity. Many cancers can be cured if detected early and treated effectively through methods like screening and treatment. WHO works to increase cancer prevention, early detection, and treatment worldwide.
From Birth to Adolescence_ The Journey with Your Pediatrician.pptxAnkura Hospital
A new mother is faced with the dilemma of whether to take her child to visit a family doctor or the best pediatric doctor Bhubaneswar. Nonetheless, you have to give seeing a physician significant thought if you're worried about your child's health. Take a look at the benefits of seeing a doctor.
This document discusses child health care services in primary health care. The objectives of child health care are to decrease child mortality rates, promote child health, provide nutritious diets, and monitor child growth and development. Key services discussed include newborn care, immunizations, growth monitoring, hygiene, and early detection and treatment of health problems. Newborn care includes immediate care after birth, maintaining temperature and breastfeeding. Immunizations follow a national schedule. Growth is monitored through weight, height, and developmental assessments.
Crimson Publishers-Care for Both Partners before Conception: The Logical Star...CrimsonPublishers-PRM
Crimson Publishers-Care for Both Partners before Conception: The Logical Starting Place To Improve Fertility and Every Aspect of Reproduction By Janette E Roberts* in Perceptions in Reproductive Medicine
I am a student who graduated with bachelor of science in midwifery from Lira University and a master degree in microbiology from Kampala International University
On April 6, 2019, the EveryLife Foundation for Rare Diseases and Genetic Alliance hosted a workshop to provide education about the process of adding rare genetic conditions to the federal Recommended Newborn Screening Panel. Presentations include insights from national newborn screening experts in biochemical sciences, genetics, and political advocacy.
Under five clinic and well baby clinicNursingSpark
The document discusses under five clinics and well baby clinics. The main points are:
- Under five clinics and well baby clinics provide comprehensive healthcare like preventative services, treatment, and education to children under age 5/6 in a specialized facility.
- Services include growth monitoring, immunizations, nutrition support, treatment of illness, and health education to mothers on childcare and development.
- Healthcare personnel run the clinics, provide treatment, monitor children's growth, administer vaccinations, and educate mothers on child health issues.
- One of the most important services offered is providing routine immunizations to protect against diseases.
This document summarizes key topics in maternal and child health, including preconception health, prenatal care, delivery methods, postpartum care for women and infants, and emerging issues. It discusses strategies to improve outcomes like increasing access to reproductive healthcare and promoting breastfeeding. It also covers regionalized perinatal care, well-child visits, immunizations, safe sleep practices and social determinants of health. Emerging issues discussed include substance use in pregnancy, protecting women and infants' health in disasters, and the health needs of justice-involved women.
This document summarizes a presentation on health promotion in infants, children, and adolescents. It discusses principles of health supervision including developmental surveillance, injury and disease prevention, and health promotion. It also identifies common health issues facing children in Saudi Arabia such as tooth decay, overweight, accidental injuries, and substance abuse. The role of nurses is to educate families on topics like oral health, healthy weight, nutrition, and encouraging treatment programs.
KEEP CALM AND BELLY ON: HOW TO DEAL WITH A HIGH-RISK PREGNANCYLovina Kapoor
This document discusses factors that can lead to a high-risk pregnancy and ways to minimize risks. It identifies several factors that can increase pregnancy risks such as age under 17 or over 35, multiple births, previous pregnancy complications, existing medical conditions, smoking, and premature labor. It recommends preconception evaluation, regular prenatal care, healthy lifestyle habits, addressing any medical conditions, and having social support to help reduce risks.
Preventives in obs pedia and geriatericsDrRavi Jain
This document discusses preventive measures in obstetrics and pediatrics. It covers antenatal, intranatal, and postnatal care including the importance of breastfeeding and monitoring infant growth and development. Key aspects include immunizing mothers and children, providing nutrition education, treating common issues like malnutrition and infection, and ensuring clean delivery practices. The overall goal is to promote maternal and child health through preventive healthcare.
This document provides information on the differences between bacteria and viruses. It begins by explaining that bacteria are complex single-celled organisms that can reproduce on their own, while viruses are extremely small and can only reproduce inside host cells. Common illnesses caused by bacteria and viruses are listed. The document notes that antibiotics can treat bacterial infections but not viral infections, which require antiviral medications. It emphasizes the importance of seeking prompt medical care for viral illnesses and taking preventative measures like handwashing.
PRECONCEPTION CARE &PARENTHOOD PREPARATION.pptxBRITO MARY
This document provides an overview of preconception care presented by Mrs. John Britto Mary. It defines preconception care as interventions that aim to identify and modify risks to a woman's health or pregnancy outcome. The goals of preconception care are to optimize the woman's health, minimize risks to her and the fetus, and provide information to make informed decisions about future reproduction. The need for preconception care is to improve pregnancy outcomes and identify risks before pregnancy. Key components include early risk detection and prevention, managing high-risk factors before conception, and creating awareness. Elements addressed include nutrition, genetics, maternal age, environmental hazards, and medical history. The roles of midwives are also outlined.
Before, parents were authoritarian. The traditional family based the education of the children and also the behavior with the woman on the cruelty. The father was a despot, the master, the Fquih himself. Children were beaten at home and at school; even the neighbors ... could intervene to correct a child who committed a stupidity ... the discussions, the complaints, the requests were forbidden. Today, parents are understanding, democratic and kind to their children. They accept criticism. They share opinions with their children. In my opinion, I want my father and my teachers to be democrats and kind, but all the same, to certain limits. Parents must intervene at the appropriate time to educate their children. Of course there are certain frontiers not to be exceeded. The fear of being disputed by dad or mom makes the child think before acting out in general. However, there is no miracle recipe because every child is different and the parents have to adapt and set a good example, find the right balance.
Pediatrics focuses on the health of infants, children, and adolescents. Pediatricians specialize in evaluating, diagnosing, and treating children, with the goals of supporting their growth and development and helping them achieve their full potential. Key aspects of pediatrics include addressing the anatomical, physiological, immunological, and developmental differences between children and adults. Pediatricians aim to improve children's health through disease prevention, nutrition support, and treatment tailored to a child's stage of development.
The first 1000 days between conception and a child's second birthday provide the greatest opportunity to positively impact long-term development through nurturing care. During this period, the brain grows rapidly and is shaped by environments and relationships. Proper nutrition, health, stimulation and parenting can influence cognitive, physical, social and psychological development. Ensuring children receive responsive caregiving, good nutrition and healthy supportive environments during these critical first 1000 days lays the foundation for their future growth, learning and well-being.
The Home Doctor - Practical Medicine for Every Household:Deepakkumar244612
Full Ebook Download - https://bit.ly/homedoctor304
The Home Doctor - Practical Medicine for Every Household:
The Only Book You Need When Help is Not On The Way
Full Ebook Download - https://bit.ly/homedoctor304
The Home Doctor - Practical Medicine for Every Household - is a 304 page doctor written and approved guide on how to manage most health situations when help is not on the way.
If you want to see what happens when things go south, all you have to do is look at Venezuela: no electricity, no running water, no law, no antibiotics, no painkillers, no anesthetics, no insulin or other important things.
But if you want to find out how you can still manage in a situation like this, you must also look to Venezuela and learn the ingenious ways they developed to cope.
The document discusses preconception care and preparing for parenthood. It defines preconception counseling as counseling couples about pregnancy before conception to modify risks. The goals are to improve knowledge and behaviors related to preconception care and reduce risks of adverse pregnancy outcomes. Components of preconception care include risk assessment, health promotion, and interventions. Barriers include unintended pregnancies and limited access to healthcare. Preparing for parenthood involves the decision to have children and ensuring physical, emotional, and financial readiness through education, counseling during pregnancy, and supportive services after birth.
Childhood is a period where the needs vary according to age.
For a pediatric nurse when dealing with children they should be aware of the needs of a healthy child.
- Freud proposed a psychosexual theory of development that occurs in stages focused on different pleasure areas of the body. Failing to progress through a stage can result in fixation that influences adult behavior.
- Erikson expanded on Freud and proposed an eight-stage psychosocial theory describing development across the lifespan as people face conflicts in social interaction. Successfully managing each stage leads to psychological virtues.
- Piaget's cognitive theory proposed that children think differently than adults and described four stages of intellectual development from birth to adulthood involving changes in logical and abstract thought.
This document provides 19 different cardio exercises that can be done at home, grouped into beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels. It emphasizes that regular cardio exercise has significant health benefits, such as weight loss, better sleep, and reduced disease risk. While outdoor exercise is optimal, it notes that many effective cardio routines can be done indoors without equipment through bodyweight exercises. Safety tips are also provided, such as warming up, cooling down, gradually increasing intensity, and consulting a doctor for pre-existing conditions.
1. Cancer is a disease where cells grow uncontrollably and spread to other parts of the body. It is caused by genetic changes that affect genes controlling cell growth.
2. There are over 100 types of cancer named after the organs or tissues where they form, such as lung cancer or brain cancer. The main types are carcinomas, sarcomas, leukemias, lymphomas, and myelomas.
3. Cancer cells behave abnormally by growing without signals, ignoring signals to stop growing, invading nearby tissue and spreading to distant areas via metastasis. Not all abnormal cell growth or changes are cancer; some may develop into cancer if not treated.
Cancer is a leading cause of death worldwide, accounting for nearly 10 million deaths in 2020. The most common cancers are breast, lung, colon and rectum, and prostate cancers. Around one-third of cancer deaths are caused by tobacco use, high BMI, alcohol, low fruit/vegetable intake, and physical inactivity. Many cancers can be cured if detected early and treated effectively through methods like screening and treatment. WHO works to increase cancer prevention, early detection, and treatment worldwide.
1) Infant and young child feeding is critical for child survival, development, and health. Optimal breastfeeding and complementary feeding practices are recommended.
2) However, many children do not receive optimal feeding. Only 44% of infants are exclusively breastfed and few receive nutritious complementary foods starting at 6 months.
3) Improving infant and young child feeding practices, including increasing exclusive breastfeeding rates, could save over 800,000 children's lives each year and have long-term health and economic benefits.
Air pollution comes from both natural and human-made sources. It includes particulate matter, ozone, carbon monoxide, and other gases. Long-term exposure to air pollution has been associated with increased risk of respiratory diseases, cardiovascular disease, cancer, and other health effects. Certain groups are especially vulnerable, including children, older adults, and pregnant women. Studies have found links between air pollution exposure and effects such as reduced lung function in children, low birth weight, cognitive impairments, and increased risk of conditions like dementia.
Around 2.6 billion people rely on polluting cooking methods like open fires and simple stoves that burn biomass, kerosene, and coal. This household air pollution contributes to nearly 4 million premature deaths annually from diseases like pneumonia, stroke, heart disease, and lung cancer. Exposure to fine particulate matter from household air pollution almost doubles the risk of childhood pneumonia and is responsible for nearly half of all pneumonia deaths in children under 5. Transitioning to cleaner fuels and more efficient cooking technologies could prevent millions of deaths and improve health worldwide.
Between 2015 and 2050, the proportion of the world's population over 60 will nearly double from 12% to 22%. By 2050, 80% of older people will live in low- and middle-income countries. As people age, they are more likely to experience multiple health conditions at once. Maintaining healthy behaviors throughout life contributes to reducing disease risk and improving mental and physical capacity in older ages.
The document discusses adolescent health according to the World Health Organization (WHO). It notes that adolescence from ages 10 to 19 is an important time for establishing health behaviors and patterns. Despite being considered a healthy stage of life, adolescents face significant health risks, both physical and mental. The WHO aims to support adolescent health through comprehensive education, life skills development, accessible health services, and opportunities for meaningful participation.
This document discusses addictive behavior and the neurobiology of addiction. It defines addictive behavior as compulsive drug use despite negative consequences and craving effects beyond pain relief. It describes how drugs of abuse hijack the brain's reward system and lead to long-term changes in gene expression and neural plasticity through mechanisms like conditioning and memory formation. These changes help explain why addiction is persistent and why drug cues can trigger intense craving and relapse. The neurobiology of addiction involves dysregulation of the dopamine and other neurotransmitter systems in the brain's reward pathways.
Abortion is a common health intervention that is safe when performed by trained professionals using WHO-recommended methods appropriate for the duration of pregnancy. However, 45% of all induced abortions are unsafe, and 97% of unsafe abortions occur in developing countries. Unsafe abortion is a major cause of maternal death and illness. Expanding access to safe, affordable, timely abortion care is critical for public health and human rights. Multiple actions are needed to establish supportive legal frameworks, increase availability of information, and strengthen health systems to ensure universal access to comprehensive abortion services.
Global Warming 101 - Definition, Facts Causes and Effects of Global Warming.pdfShanthilallRamsunkar
Global warming refers to the rising average surface temperatures on Earth over the past century, primarily from the increase in greenhouse gases from human activities like burning fossil fuels. The global temperature has increased over 1 degree Celsius since 1880 and the 5 warmest years on record have all occurred since 2015. This warming is causing more extreme weather like stronger hurricanes and longer droughts. While large-scale government action is needed, individuals can help by reducing their carbon footprint through choices in transportation, appliances, and advocating for climate policies.
The document discusses the differences between weather, global warming, and climate change. It defines weather as short-term atmospheric conditions measured in minutes to days, while climate refers to long-term regional or global patterns over seasons, years or decades. Global warming is the long-term rise in Earth's average surface temperature due to human emissions of greenhouse gases. Climate change encompasses long-term shifts in weather patterns driven by both natural causes and human activities like fossil fuel use. The document provides data showing that since 1850, human activities have warmed the planet by about 1°C and global temperatures continue to rise by 0.2°C each decade.
This document provides an overview of arthritis, including:
- Arthritis is a group of over 100 diseases that cause joint inflammation and pain. The two most common types are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
- Symptoms include joint pain, swelling, stiffness, and reduced mobility. Arthritis is diagnosed through physical exams, imaging tests, and blood tests.
- Treatment options include medications to reduce pain and inflammation, physical therapy, weight loss, exercise, joint braces, and sometimes surgery. Managing arthritis involves finding the right treatment combination to minimize symptoms and joint damage.
An aneurysm occurs when an artery's wall weakens and bulges abnormally. While they can develop anywhere, aneurysms most commonly form in the brain (cerebral aneurysm) or the aorta. A ruptured aneurysm is a medical emergency requiring immediate care. Treatment depends on the location and type of aneurysm, and may involve surgery, medications, or lifestyle changes like quitting smoking and lowering blood pressure. Preventive steps can help reduce aneurysm risk through a healthy diet, exercise, and regular medical checkups.
An aneurysm is a bulge or swelling in a blood vessel caused by weakness in the vessel wall. Most aneurysms do not cause symptoms but can rupture, leading to internal bleeding and death. The most common sites for aneurysms are the aorta and brain arteries. Treatment depends on the type and size of the aneurysm but may include surgery to repair or replace the damaged blood vessel. The main risks for developing an aneurysm are smoking, high blood pressure, obesity, and lack of exercise.
Cholesterol is a fatty substance produced by the body and consumed in animal foods. There are different types of cholesterol - LDL is "bad" cholesterol that can clog arteries, while HDL is "good" cholesterol that removes LDL from arteries. Cholesterol levels are measured through a blood test, with normal or desirable levels varying by age and sex. High cholesterol can increase heart disease risk if not managed.
Nutrition is critical for health and development. Better nutrition leads to improved health outcomes like stronger immune systems and lower disease risk, as well as non-health benefits like greater productivity. Malnutrition in all its forms poses major health risks, and both undernutrition and overweight are problems, especially in low- and middle-income countries. WHO provides tools to help countries address all forms of malnutrition to support health and well-being for all ages.
Cyclothymia Test: Diagnosing, Symptoms, Treatment, and Impact | The Lifescien...The Lifesciences Magazine
The cyclothymia test is a pivotal tool in the diagnostic process. It helps clinicians assess the presence and severity of symptoms associated with cyclothymia.
NURSING MANAGEMENT OF PATIENT WITH EMPHYSEMA .PPTblessyjannu21
Prepared by Prof. BLESSY THOMAS, VICE PRINCIPAL, FNCON, SPN.
Emphysema is a disease condition of respiratory system.
Emphysema is an abnormal permanent enlargement of the air spaces distal to terminal bronchioles, accompanied by destruction of their walls and without obvious fibrosis.
Emphysema of lung is defined as hyper inflation of the lung ais spaces due to obstruction of non respiratory bronchioles as due to loss of elasticity of alveoli.
It is a type of chronic obstructive
pulmonary disease.
It is a progressive disease of lungs.
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The Ultimate Guide to Setting up Market Research in Health Tech part -1
How to effectively start market research in the health tech industry by defining objectives, crafting problem statements, selecting methods, identifying data collection sources, and setting clear timelines. This guide covers all the preliminary steps needed to lay a strong foundation for your research.
This lays foundation of scoping research project what are the
Before embarking on a research project, especially one aimed at scoping and defining parameters like the one described for health tech IT, several crucial considerations should be addressed. Here’s a comprehensive guide covering key aspects to ensure a well-structured and successful research initiative:
1. Define Research Objectives and Scope
Clear Objectives: Define specific goals such as understanding market needs, identifying new opportunities, assessing risks, or refining pricing strategies.
Scope Definition: Clearly outline the boundaries of the research in terms of geographical focus, target demographics (e.g., age, socio-economic status), and industry sectors (e.g., healthcare IT).
3. Review Existing Literature and Resources
Literature Review: Conduct a thorough review of existing research, market reports, and relevant literature to build foundational knowledge.
Gap Analysis: Identify gaps in existing knowledge or areas where further exploration is needed.
4. Select Research Methodology and Tools
Methodological Approach: Choose appropriate research methods such as surveys, interviews, focus groups, or data analytics.
Tools and Resources: Select tools like Google Forms for surveys, analytics platforms (e.g., SimilarWeb, Statista), and expert consultations.
5. Ethical Considerations and Compliance
Ethical Approval: Ensure compliance with ethical guidelines for research involving human subjects.
Data Privacy: Implement measures to protect participant confidentiality and adhere to data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
6. Budget and Resource Allocation
Resource Planning: Allocate resources including time, budget, and personnel required for each phase of the research.
Contingency Planning: Anticipate and plan for unforeseen challenges or adjustments to the research plan.
7. Develop Research Instruments
Survey Design: Create well-structured surveys using tools like Google Forms to gather quantitative data.
Interview and Focus Group Guides: Prepare detailed scripts and discussion points for qualitative data collection.
8. Sampling Strategy
Sampling Design: Define the sampling frame, size, and method (e.g., random sampling, stratified sampling) to ensure representation of target demographics.
Participant Recruitment: Plan recruitment strategies to reach and engage the intended participant groups effectively.
9. Data Collection and Analysis Plan
Data Collection: Implement methods for data gathering, ensuring consistency and validity.
Analysis Techniques: Decide on analytical approaches (e.g., statistical
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Basics of Electrocardiogram
CONTENTS
●Conduction System of the Heart
●What is ECG or EKG?
●ECG Leads
●Normal waves of ECG.
●Dimensions of ECG.
● Abnormalities of ECG
CONDUCTION SYSTEM OF THE HEART
ECG:
●ECG is a graphic record of the electrical activity of the heart.
●Electrical activity precedes the mechanical activity of the heart.
●Electrical activity has two phases:
Depolarization- contraction of muscle
Repolarization- relaxation of muscle
ECG Leads:
●6 Chest leads
●6 Limb leads
1. Bipolar Limb Leads:
Lead 1- Between right arm(-ve) and left arm(+ve)
Lead 2- Between right arm(-ve) and left leg(+ve)
Lead 3- Between left arm(-ve)
and left leg(+ve)
2. Augmented unipolar Limb Leads:
AvR- Right arm
AvL- Left arm
AvF- Left leg
3.Chest Leads:
V1 : Over 4th intercostal
space near right sternal margin
V2: Over 4th intercostal space near left sternal margin
V3:In between V2 and V4
V4:Over left 5th intercostal space on the mid
clavicular line
V5:Over left 5th intercostal space on the anterior
axillary line
V6:Over left 5th intercostal space on the mid
axillary line.
Normal ECG:
Waves of ECG:
P Wave
•P Wave is a positive wave and the first wave in ECG.
•It is also called as atrial complex.
Cause: Atrial depolarisation
Duration: 0.1 sec
QRS Complex:
•QRS’ complex is also called the initial ventricular complex.
•‘Q’ wave is a small negative wave. It is continued as the tall ‘R’ wave, which is a positive wave.
‘R’ wave is followed by a small negative wave, the ‘S’ wave.
Cause:Ventricular depolarization and atrial repolarization
Duration: 0.08- 0.10 sec
T Wave:
•‘T’ wave is the final ventricular complex and is a positive wave.
Cause:Ventricular repolarization Duration: 0.2 sec
Intervals and Segments of ECG:
P-R Interval:
•‘P-R’ interval is the interval
between the onset of ‘P’wave and onset of ‘Q’ wave.
•‘P-R’ interval cause atrial depolarization and conduction of impulses through AV node.
Duration:0.18 (0.12 to 0.2) sec
Q-T Interval:
•‘Q-T’ interval is the interval between the onset of ‘Q’
wave and the end of ‘T’ wave.
•‘Q-T’ interval indicates the ventricular depolarization
and ventricular repolarization,
i.e. it signifies the
electrical activity in ventricles.
Duration:0.4-0.42sec
S-T Segment:
•‘S-T’ segment is the time interval between the end of ‘S’ wave and the onset of ‘T’ wave.
Duration: 0.08 sec
R-R Interval:
•‘R-R’ interval is the time interval between two consecutive ‘R’ waves.
•It signifies the duration of one cardiac cycle.
Duration: 0.8 sec
Dimension of ECG:
How to find heart rhytm of the heart?
Regular rhytm:
Irregular rhytm:
More than or less than 4
How to find heart rate using ECG?
If heart Rhytm is Regular :
Heart rate =
300/No.of large b/w 2 QRS complex
= 300/4
=75 beats/mins
How to find heart rate using ECG?
If heart Rhytm is irregular:
Heart rate = 10×No.of QRS complex in 6 sec 5large box = 1sec
5×6=30
10×7 = 70 Beats/min
Abnormalities of ECG:
Cardiac Arrythmias:
1.Tachycardia
Heart Rate more than 100 beats/min
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Since NICHD's founding in 1962, infant death rates in the United States have
dropped significantly and many infant health outcomes have improved greatly. Much
of this progress can be attributed to the application of research on infant health and
care from NICHD.
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foundations, has advanced science to improve infant health and care, and it has
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Some physical conditions and issues are very common during the first couple of
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Breastfeeding, also called nursing, provides an infant with essential calories,
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Each visit includes a complete physical examination. The healthcare provider will
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