Ang Family Medical Clinic

29/12/2025

MENINGITIS – A MEDICAL EMERGENCY

Meningitis is inflammation of the protective membranes (meninges) surrounding the brain and spinal cord. It can progress rapidly and become life-threatening if not treated early.

🔹 Causes: Bacterial, viral, fungal, tuberculous & parasitic infections
🔹 Most dangerous: Bacterial meningitis – requires immediate treatment
🔹 Classic triad:
✔️ Fever
✔️ Severe headache
✔️ Neck stiffness

⚠️ Other symptoms:
• Nausea & vomiting
• Photophobia
• Altered mental status
• Seizures
• Rash (meningococcal)
• In infants: bulging fontanelle, poor feeding, high-pitched cry

🧪 Diagnosis: Lumbar puncture (CSF analysis), blood cultures, CT/MRI
💊 Treatment: IV antibiotics, antivirals/antifungals, corticosteroids
❗ Complications: Hearing loss, seizures, brain damage, hydrocephalus

💉 Prevention: Vaccination (Hib, pneumococcal, meningococcal)

29/12/2025

Pedia and OB clinics will be closed on Dec 31 ,2025 and Jan 1, 2026

26/12/2025

A stronger flu strain is circulating—and it tricks your immune system into overreacting.
The result? Sudden fever spikes and deeper lung inflammation than normal.
Start protecting yourself now. Vitamin D, hydration, and deep sleep. Rest is your best defense.
Shared for informational purposes only.
Source: CDC & World Health Organization

21/12/2025

PEDIA Clinic Sched;
DEC 24,25 - closed

07/12/2025

06/12/2025

Dengue cases in Quezon City have risen by 40%, reaching 10,505 from January 1 to December 1 this year and resulting in at least 46 deaths.

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02/12/2025

"SEVERE SEASON" : This flu season, a new type of the influenza virus has been identified that is a variation of Influenza A, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention confirms. https://www.wfla.com/news/health-news/new-type-of-flu-emerges-what-to-know-about-the-new-k-variant-of-influenza-a/

02/12/2025

Did you know? During 2000-2024, vaccination saved an estimated 59 million lives -- more than any other childhood vaccination: bit.ly/48jIPSe

02/12/2025

Flu vaccine still available Family Medical Clinic. Pls. Contact 09204235553/ 072(2420706).