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19/05/2025

Chronic stress can take a toll on different parts of your body and your overall health. https://wb.md/3GPcqZI

19/05/2025

19/05/2025

13/05/2025

13/05/2025

Some reminders from the “Hey It’s Okay” series — a Positively Present classic! 💛🌸

13/05/2025

Nearly half of American adults have high blood pressure, putting them at higher risk for heart disease and stroke. The only way to know if your BP is in a normal range is to check it.

13/05/2025

Know Your Numbers...
High blood pressure can affect your health and quality of life. Check-in at your nearest pharmacy to !

08/05/2025

May is Asthma Awareness Month! Let’s Breathe Easier Together.
Although asthma affects millions worldwide, it can be well-managed with the right knowledge and care.

💬Know the Signs:
✔️ Wheezing or whistling sound when breathing
✔️ Shortness of breath
✔️ Chest tightness
✔️ Persistent coughing (especially at night or early morning)

Tips for Better Asthma Control:
✅ Follow Your Action Plan – Work with your doctor or asthma nurses to create one.
✅ Use Inhalers Correctly – Ask your pharmacist for a demonstration.
✅ Avoid Triggers – Smoke, pollen, dust, and cold air can worsen symptoms.
✅ Stay Active Safely – Warm up before exercise and keep relievers handy.
✅ Monitor Symptoms – Peak flow meters can help track lung function.

Emergency Signs (requires that you Seek Help Immediately!):
🔴 Struggling to speak or walk due to breathlessness
🔴 Lips or fingernails turning blue
🔴 No improvement after using a reliever inhaler

Please help us share this post to spread the awareness! If you or a loved one has asthma, talk to your pharmacist about inhaler techniques, spacer use, and preventing flare-ups.

If you have questions about asthma management? Ask me in the comments section!👇
🎙Let us know if you would like us to include specific inhaler tips or seasonal asthma triggers.
Photo credit: Cnordic Nordic
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🔗 For more on asthma control and management: https://www.asthmaandlung.org.uk/

07/05/2025

As exam season starts, you can help your child cope with stress and anxiety. Visit the NHS website for help and advice.

➡️ https://nhs.uk/mental-health/children-and-young-adults/advice-for-parents/help-your-child-beat-exam-stress/

07/05/2025

Research has shown that people at the highest risk for heart disease can lower their risk by as much as 80% by taking 7 simple preventive measures. Learn the steps: https://wb.md/4jXMxVP

07/05/2025

Nearly half of American adults have high blood pressure, putting them at higher risk for heart disease and stroke. The only way to know if your BP is in a normal range is to check it.

07/05/2025

Factors contributing to poor asthma control ⤵️

Asthma is one of the most common chronic non-communicable diseases worldwide. It’s characterised by variable airflow obstruction, causing dyspnoea and wheezing.

While highly effective therapies are available—and most patients can attain good asthma control—undertreatment is still common.

In a Lancet Seminar, you can learn more about asthma
✔️ epidemiology
✔️ pathophysiology
✔️ diagnosis
✔️ management in children and adults

Explore ➡️ https://hubs.li/Q03lfxmf0