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19/05/2023

Hypertension is diagnosed if blood pressure readings are 140-90 or above on two different days.

12/05/2023

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Pneumonia affects people everywhere, but it can be prevented with simple interventions:

💉 Immunization
🥦 Adequate nutrition
🔥 Reducing exposure to indoor air pollution
🏡 Improving housing conditions
🚭 Avoiding smoking near children

12/05/2023

02/05/2023

Asthma is a common lung 🫁 condition that causes intermittent breathing difficulties.

It is important for people living with asthma to avoid triggers, including:
🤧 Viral infections (colds)
🚬 Cigarette smoke
😷 Air pollution
🌳 Grass & Tree Pollen
🧼 Strong soaps, perfume

14/04/2023

Over 250 MILLION people 🌍 suffer from Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) globally.
It is not curable. However, treatment can relieve symptoms, improve quality of life and reduce the risk of death.

The main causes of COPD are:
🔻 To***co smoking (including passive exposure)
🔻 Indoor air pollution
🔻 Outdoor air pollution
🔻 Occupational dusts & chemicals