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05/04/2026

Shout out to my newest followers! Excited to have you onboard! Halla John, Martine Saha, Thon Panangony, James Bol Bol, Deng Madit, Ľøvêŋŷ Ɓøű, Majak Meen Marier Kaman, Wen Deng Mathiang, Prømotà Mathét Ñyibøl, Hàñď Šàmě, No Text, Athian Wamuth, ɪɪ Promota Johning ɪɪ, Machot Manding, Zlay Thon, John Bakic Alek Alek, Baddext Tram, Sawat Mangeth

📊 JAMA Clinical Guidelines Synopsis: The 2025 ACC/AHA guideline recommends home and office monitoring to confirm diagn...
30/03/2026

📊 JAMA Clinical Guidelines Synopsis: The 2025 ACC/AHA guideline recommends home and office monitoring to confirm diagnosis and titrate medications, with a target blood pressure of

29/03/2026

Challenges facing health sector in South Sudan presented before the major reform in health ministry last week.

DKA is one of the most common endocrine emergencies — yet one of the most poorly understood in clinical practice.Many cl...
28/03/2026

DKA is one of the most common endocrine emergencies — yet one of the most poorly understood in clinical practice.

Many clinicians focus only on glucose levels…
But DKA is actually a triad of:
→ Insulin deficiency
→ Ketone production
→ Severe dehydration

And if you miss the physiology, you will make critical mistakes:
❌ Starting insulin before correcting potassium
❌ Stopping insulin when glucose normalizes
❌ Ignoring anion gap
❌ Overusing bicarbonate

In reality, DKA management is a stepwise physiological correction:
1. Restore circulation (fluids)
2. Stabilize potassium
3. Stop ketogenesis (insulin)
4. Monitor and guide using anion gap

In this “Teaching Master Version”, I’ve broken DKA into:
🔹 ER → ICU management flow
🔹 Decision-making tables (what + why + risk)
🔹 Case-based clinical thinking
🔹 Common pitfalls every resident should know

This is not just notes — this is how you should think while managing DKA at bedside.

Save this. Teach this. Use this in real patients.

🟥 HYPERTENSION: THE SILENT KILLER🩺 Know Your Blood Pressure. Save Your Life.High blood pressure can lead to:❗ Stroke❗ He...
28/03/2026

🟥 HYPERTENSION: THE SILENT KILLER

🩺 Know Your Blood Pressure. Save Your Life.

High blood pressure can lead to:
❗ Stroke
❗ Heart disease
❗ Kidney failure

🚨 Warning signs (often none):
• Headaches
• Chest pain
• Dizziness

💡 Protect Yourself:
✔ Reduce salt
✔ Exercise regularly
✔ Avoid alcohol & smoking
✔ Check your BP often

🤝 Act early. Get checked today.

Health Hub South Sudan
“Your health, Our priority.”

New pediatric and child health specialist in town - Dr. Ashwar Gabriel. 😍Congratulations for the hard earned victory in ...
28/03/2026

New pediatric and child health specialist in town - Dr. Ashwar Gabriel. 😍

Congratulations for the hard earned victory in your residency.

28/03/2026

Shout out to my newest followers! Excited to have you onboard! Stephen Kenyi Lugara, Promota Green West, Naser Ahmmed, Kiir Gabriel Mariel, Matoot Sane, Wek Bol Deng, Makuei Dongrin, Noi Achuoth Chol, Døuble Ufm, Nyan Aweil North, Øffîçíàl Fâmé, Aguek Akech Nyuol, Adekpari Bagidi, Décø Il, Wilson Wuut, Athian Wamuth Dcnm Musicians

🚨 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗦𝗘𝗣𝗦𝗜𝗦 𝗚𝗨𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗘𝗦 𝗥𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗘𝗗 🚨The 2026 Surviving Sepsis Campaign 𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 sepsis and septic shock in ...
25/03/2026

🚨 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗦𝗘𝗣𝗦𝗜𝗦 𝗚𝗨𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗘𝗦 𝗥𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗘𝗗 🚨

The 2026 Surviving Sepsis Campaign 𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 sepsis and septic shock in 𝗮𝗱𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗿𝗲𝗻 are now available, built on a wealth of new clinical evidence published since the previous edition.

🔹Adult Guidelines 👉 https://doi.org/10.1007/s00134-026-08361-1
🔹Paediatric Guidelines 👉 https://doi.org/10.1007/s00134-026-08360-2

📄 What’s new:
✅ 191 evidence-based statements across adult and paediatric care
✅ 46 new statements in the adult guidelines with clearer recommendations
✅ 20 new statements in the paediatric guidelines
✅ Updated guidance on screening, antimicrobial therapy, and haemodynamic management
📊 New tables and graphics to support clinical decision-making at the bedside

🔗 https://www.esicm.org/resources/sepsis-resources/

Society of Critical Care Medicine (SCCM) | Intensive Care Medicine | Critical Care Medicine | Pediatric Critical Care Medicine

🧠 HEALTH AWARENESS: What’s Really in Energy Drinks?We all take them when we feel tired, during long drives, late-night s...
22/03/2026

🧠 HEALTH AWARENESS:

What’s Really in Energy Drinks?

We all take them when we feel tired, during long drives, late-night studying, or that 3 PM slump. But the “light and fresh energy” comes from strong stimulants like caffeine, guarana, taurine, high-dose B-vitamins, and sugar or artificial sweeteners.
While it give temporary mental focus, physical energy, and a quick mood boost, it is DANGEROUS to the KIDNEYS. It can stress on the kidneys. The CAFFEINE(active substance) in it causes DEHYDRATION, the drinks are highly acidic, and frequent use can lead to loss of important minerals like calcium and magnesium. In heavy consumption, this may even increase the risk of kidney problems.

MY ADVICE IS SIMPLE: don’t quit completely, just minimise it.

IF YOU STILL TAKE ENERGY DRINKS:
• Drink enough water after taking one
• Don’t make it a daily habit (limit to 1–2 times a week)
• Avoid drinking it on an empty stomach
• Never mix it with alcohol.

WARNING ⚠️
Protect your kidneys. That small energy drinks, is not stronger than your health.

Thank you for taking the time to read and prioritize your health.

Achana Daily News Agency updates

RAPHA Academy of Medical Sciences and Technology “In recognition of National Kidney Month,today Rapha Academy conducte...
21/03/2026

RAPHA Academy of Medical Sciences and Technology

“In recognition of National Kidney Month,today Rapha Academy conducted a presentation session on Acute Kidney Injury (AKI), with the aim of enhancing early detection and prevention of AKI.”

RAPHA Academy of Medical Sciences and Technology offers the following courses and training programs. Reach out to the co...
20/03/2026

RAPHA Academy of Medical Sciences and Technology offers the following courses and training programs.

Reach out to the contacts below if you’re interested.

Cotton swabs may seem helpful for cleaning ears, but they can actually cause more harm than good. 👂 When a cotton swab ...
16/03/2026

Cotton swabs may seem helpful for cleaning ears, but they can actually cause more harm than good. 👂

When a cotton swab is inserted into the ear canal, it often pushes earwax deeper inside instead of removing it. This can lead to wax buildup, blockage, and discomfort. In some cases, excessive pressure may irritate the ear canal or even damage the eardrum.

Earwax plays an important role in protecting the ear by trapping dust, bacteria, and small particles. Normally, the ear cleans itself naturally as wax slowly moves outward.

For safe ear care, it’s generally recommended to clean only the outer ear and avoid inserting objects deep into the ear canal.

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