The public health NURSE

22/08/2025

The tiny, silent but deadly enemy called "MOULD".

Do you know this thing called "MOULD" could be the cause of the recurrent respiratory distress in your home?

Yes!!! you read right

Moulds grow where there is moisture.

Symptoms of mould exposure can include:

1. Nasal and sinus congestion, runny nose
2. Respiratory problems, such as wheezing and difficulty breathing, chest tightness
3. Cough
4. Throat irritation
5. Sneezing

Tips to managing moulds in your home

1. Increase ventilation (running a fan or opening a window).

2. Cleaning more frequently will usually prevent mold from recurring, or at least keep the mold to a minimum

3. Fix plumbing leaks and other water problems as soon as possible.

4. Dry all items completely.

5. Scrub mold off hard surfaces with detergent and water, and dry completely.

6. Repaint the walls but;

N.B: Do not paint or caulk moldy surfaces. Clean up the mold and dry the surfaces before painting. Paint applied over moldy surfaces is likely to peel.

PRECAUTIONS

While cleaning molds ensure you take necessary precautions like:

Wearing of gloves and nose mask to prevent inhaling the moulds or the spore it emits.
Secondly, if you are looking to getting a new apartment, include water leakage and mould formations as a factors to lookout for.


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08/12/2024

10/10/2024

High blood pressure/hypertension is a silent killer. Sebi you here

I've said it before and I'm saying it again.

Infact, we can't over emphasize the need to check your blood pressure.

Please check your blood pressure regularly.

so far you are old enough to make decisions yourself , you are expected to monitor your blood pressure because we've discovered that high blood pressure cuts across age groups now.


Short story

I was at the Accident and Emergency unit of an hospital yesterday when a young guy was rushed in , said to have slumped while playing football with his team yesterday. It was a very pathetic event because despite all intervention,the guy couldn't make it. A very young thriving adult. It's well.

I hope this has encouraged you to monitor your Blood pressure regularly.

08/10/2024

Do you know that early detection saves a great deal.

Please go for check up.

There is a 60% survival difference between women with breast cancer living in high-income countries vs. those living in low-and-middle income countries. People with an abnormal breast lump should seek medical care, even if the lump does not hurt.

05/10/2024

Please pay attention to your health.

Constant headache, fatigue can be as a result of bacteria meningitis, especially in children.

Please visit the hospital and do proper investigations.

Today is World Meningitis Day.
Meningitis is lethal. It is also a debilitating illness. Meningitis strikes quickly, has serious health, economic and social ramifications, and affects people in all parts of the world.

04/10/2024

✅ Get informed.
✅ Get screened.
✅ Get vaccinated.

The HPV vaccine is highly effective.

It can prevent 9 out of 10 cases of the most high-risk strains of HPV – the number 1 cause of cervical cancer. Yes, vaccines work!

01/10/2024

Wound washing saves lives!

If bitten by a dog 🐶, always seek immediate medical advice.

The wound must be immediately and thoroughly washed for at least 15 minutes with soap and water. Then visit a clinic as you may need rabies post exposure vaccination!

16/06/2024

THE OUTBREAK OF CHOLERA IS REAL

Don't wait till you/ family or friends becomes a victim before you start taking precautions...

VITAL PRECAUTIONS

- Wash your hands regularly before and after eating anything, before and after using the toilet.

- Avoid eating out if you can.

- If you must eat out, eat from a reliable source.

- Boil your water before drinking.

- Wash your fruits and vegetables properly before consumption.

Above all keep hope alive.

14/03/2024

Do you know Tetanus spore is every in the environment and can affect anybody?

Click on the video below to know more.

Health talk with Nurse Opeyemi Ebiloma