Novo Health Africa

01/10/2025

09/09/2025

💔🌍 The Silent Epidemic: NCDs

Did you know?
👉 7 in 10 deaths worldwide are caused by Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) like:
❤️ Heart disease & stroke
🎗️ Cancer
😮‍💨 Chronic respiratory disease
🩸 Diabetes

⚡ What increases the risk?
🚬 Smoking
🍷 Excess alcohol
🍔 Unhealthy diets
🛋️ Physical inactivity

✨ But here’s the good news: NCDs are largely preventable!
✅ Eat clean, balanced meals
✅ Move your body daily
✅ Go for regular checkups
✅ Prioritize sleep & stress management

🌱 Your lifestyle = Your health.
Make choices today that your future self will thank you for.

💬 Tell us: What’s ONE healthy habit you’re committed to this month?

22/08/2025

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Affordable, reliable healthcare is now within your reach. With Joli Health, you and your family can enjoy peace of mind without breaking the bank. 💚

✅ Designed for low-income earners & the informal sector
✅ Health insurance plans from just ₦1,500/month
✅ Say goodbye to out-of-pocket expenses
✅ 24/7 access to quality care
✅ Wide network of trusted hospitals
✅ Micro-credit options for financial stability

💡 Don’t wait! Secure your family’s health today.
👉 Register now in just 3 easy steps at www.novohealthafrica.org

19/08/2025

What is Diabetes?
Diabetes is a chronic medical condition where the body can’t properly regulate blood sugar (glucose). This happens either because the body doesn't produce enough insulin or can't use it effectively. Insulin is a hormone that helps glucose enter your cells to be used for energy.

Types of Diabetes:

1. Type 1 Diabetes
- The body doesn’t produce insulin at all.
- It’s usually diagnosed in children or young adults.
- It’s autoimmune (the body attacks its own insulin-producing cells).
- Requires daily insulin for life.

2. Type 2 Diabetes
- The body produces insulin but doesn’t use it properly (insulin resistance).
- It’s the most common type.
- Linked to lifestyle: poor diet, obesity, lack of exercise.
- Can be managed with lifestyle changes, oral meds, or insulin.

3. Gestational Diabetes
- Occurs during pregnancy.
- Usually goes away after childbirth but increases the risk of type 2 later.
- Needs monitoring to protect both mother and baby.

Note: Diabetes is more common than you think and often, it starts silently. It happens when the body can’t properly manage blood sugar.

Type 2 diabetes, the most common form, is often linked to lifestyle: poor diet, lack of exercise, and obesity. But here’s the thing, it's preventable and manageable.

1. Watch out for signs like frequent urination, constant thirst, unexplained weight loss, and fatigue. Regular blood sugar checks can save lives.
2. Eat balanced meals, stay active, and avoid excessive sugar. Diabetes doesn’t have to control your life if you take control first and many more.

14/08/2025

Some medical services require pre-authorization before they’re covered by your HMO.

This includes:
🩻 Expensive scans (like MRI/CT)
🛏️ Planned surgeries
🧪 Specialized tests

👉 It’s simply a way to make sure your care is necessary and covered.
If you’re not sure how it works, call the Novo helpdesk. We're here for you.

12/08/2025

Feeling better after 2 days of antibiotics? Good, but don’t stop yet.

Why?
Stopping antibiotics too soon allows bacteria to survive and become resistant.

📌 Always complete the full dose even if symptoms disappear.
📞 Call your doctor or reach out through your Novo Health plan for guidance.

Use meds wisely for your sake and for others.

11/08/2025

If I don’t feel sick, I don’t need a check-up.” FALSE.

Some conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes, and kidney issues don’t show clear signs at first.

That’s why routine check-ups are important.
Early detection can save you stress, money, and your life.

✅ Check your vitals
✅ Do basic blood tests
✅ Visit your doctor even when you’re okay

Your body doesn’t have to shout before you listen.

07/08/2025

Dear Esteemed Enrollee,

Just a quick reminder that our much-anticipated Self-Care Day event is happening TODAY – and you won’t want to miss it!

🧘‍♀️ Webinar Theme: Killing Burnout & Managing Stress
📅 Date: Today!
🕘 Time: 12pm
📍 Location: https://shorturl.at/7Dt8J
🎁 Prizes: Yes – exciting self-care goodies are up for grabs!

This isn’t your average webinar. We’re bringing you:
✅ Expert advice on managing stress and avoiding burnout
✅ Simple self-care techniques you can start using immediately
✅ A calming, guided mindfulness break
✅ Live Q&A and resources you’ll actually use
✅ And yes… surprise giveaways for lucky attendees!

Whether you’re running on fumes or just need a quick reset, this session is your time to pause, breathe, and recharge

06/08/2025

In recognition of the importance of well-being in both our personal and professional lives, we’re excited to invite you to our upcoming Self-Care Day event!
Webinar Theme: Killing Burnout & Managing Stress
This interactive session will explore practical tools for reducing stress, recognizing signs of burnout, and creating healthier work-life balance strategies. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed or just looking to recharge, this webinar offers something for everyone.
What to expect:
Expert insights on stress and burnout
Simple self-care techniques
Guided mindfulness activity
Q&A and resource sharing
We encourage everyone to join, take a pause, and prioritize your well-being.
Let’s invest in ourselves – together.
Registration is free!!
To Join, click https://shorturl.at/7Dt8J
Let’s take a moment to breathe, reset, and recharge.
Surprise Giveaways Await!
Attend for a chance to win some exciting self-care surprises

05/08/2025

That “fruit juice” may not be as healthy as it looks.
Many commercial drinks labelled as "natural" or "no added sugar" still contain:
🚨 Excessive fructose
🚨 Preservatives
🚨 Hidden calories

🟢 A better option?
Infused water, smoothies with real fruits, or homemade zobo (without sugar).

04/08/2025

Happy new week ✌🏼
Do you know your blood pressure level?
A normal reading is around 120/80 mmHg. Anything consistently above 140/90 mmHg is a sign of hypertension, and often, you may not feel any symptoms.

Untreated high BP can lead to:
⚠️ Stroke
⚠️ Heart failure
⚠️ Kidney problems

📌 Tip: Check your BP at least once every 6 months, even if you feel fine.
Prevention is smarter than treatment.

01/08/2025

Substance use goes beyond just ‘getting high’, it changes brain chemistry, damages organs, and disrupts mental health.

Prolonged use of drugs or alcohol can lead to addiction, liver failure, heart disease, and even psychosis. It affects not just the user but families, communities, and future potential.

Early exposure, peer pressure, or untreated mental struggles are common entry points. But there is help, and recovery is possible.

N.B: Substance use is not a lifestyle, it’s a health risk. Let’s treat it like one.