Tag: Health Screening
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Amazon TB Outbreak at Coventry Warehouse: What We Know
Overview of the Coventry TB Outbreak Amazon has confirmed that its Coventry warehouse, a major site employing around 3,000 workers, has experienced cases of tuberculosis (TB). The confirmation comes after earlier statements from the GMB Union, which reported multiple TB cases at the site. Public health authorities are monitoring the situation as the company works…
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Why Young Nigerians Must Monitor Blood Pressure Now
Introduction: Hypertension isn’t just an older person’s problem Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is commonly seen as a condition that mainly affects the elderly. Yet evidence from the World Health Organization (WHO) and Nigerian health research shows that this view is dangerously outdated. In Nigeria today, many young adults and even adolescents are living with…
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Health Screening Campaign Reaches 3 Rural Communities in Upper West Region
Health Screening Campaign Reaches Three Rural Communities in Upper West Region A dedicated health awareness and screening campaign focusing on Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), Hepatitis B Virus (HBV), and Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) has expanded its outreach to three rural communities in Jirapa Municipality, located in the Upper West Region. The initiative, led by Sahara…
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Health Screening Campaign Tests Over 600 in Upper West Communities
Overview of the Campaign A health awareness and screening campaign focusing on HIV, Hepatitis B (HBV), and Hepatitis C (HCV) has delivered concrete results in the Uppe r West Region of Ghana. The initiative, led by Sahara Advocates and supported by local health authorities, successfully screened over 600 residents across three rural communities in the…
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Meridian Medical Centre Hosts 9th Child Health Screening to Boost Community Wellness
A longstanding commitment to child health Meridian Medical Centre has once again turned its focus to the well-being of the area’s youngest residents by hosting its 9th annual child health screening. This event underscores the clinic’s enduring dedication to community health, a cornerstone of its service for more than three decades. The screening brings together…
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Meridian Medical Centre Concludes 9th Child Health Screening Drive
Community Healthful Impact: Meridian Medical Centre’s 9th Child Health Screening The Meridian Medical Centre has completed its 9th annual child health screening, underscoring a long-standing commitment to the wellbeing of young people in the community. With more than three decades of service, the centre remains a cornerstone of preventive care, providing free or subsidized health…
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Colon Cancer Red Flags: Early Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore
Colon Cancer in Your 30s: A Growing Concern Colon cancer is no longer considered a disease that only affects older adults. The legacy of Dame Deborah James and others has helped shift awareness to younger people who may be at risk. If you’re in your 20s, 30s, or 40s, knowing the red flags can save…
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One in Four Patients Unaware of Diabetes Risk, Until They Visit the Dentist
The Surprising Link Between Dental Visits and Diabetes Risk Imagine stepping into your dentist’s office for a routine cleaning and leaving with information that could change your health trajectory. A simple conversation, a quick screening, or a careful review of your oral health history could reveal a risk for diabetes you didn’t know you had.…
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When a Dentist Says You Might Be At Risk for Diabetes: A Life-Saving Wake-Up Call
Introduction: A Routine Visit with an Unexpected Warning Imagine walking into your dentist’s office for a routine cleaning and leaving with important news about your health. That’s the surprising reality for some patients who discover they may be at risk for diabetes during dental checkups. This isn’t a scare tactic; it’s a growing recognition that…
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Top-Up Pharmacy, Mobile Doctors Ghana and Sakumono Hospital Host Free Diabetes Screening for World Diabetes Day
Free Diabetes Screening Marks World Diabetes Day in Spintex In a collaborative effort to combat rising diabetes cases, Top-Up Pharmacy, Mobile Doctors Ghana, and the Sakumono Community Hospital joined forces to offer free health screenings to the public. The event, held at the Spintex Branch of Top-Up Pharmacy, was organized to commemorate World Diabetes Day…