Crossroad Medical Centre

01/11/2018

Book your appointment today at Crossroad Medical Centre, to get tested for Diabetes...

Let beat Diabetes together!!!

There is something ghoulish about sugar
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SUGAR intake is one of the key risk factors in the development of diabetes type 2

01/11/2018

Contact Crossroad Medical Centre to find out what Healthcare Services we provide....

25/10/2018

Join the Primary Health Care System by contacting Econocare and finding out all the information you need on how to join....

24/10/2018

Get tested for breast cancer for early diagnosis.
Contact Crossroad Medical Centre to book your appointment..

Let beat breast cancer✊

Cancer causes almost 1 in 6 deaths globally.
Early diagnosis can greatly reduce this.

22/10/2018

Book your appointment to go for a mammogram @ Crossroad Medical Centre. Don't wait until it is to late....

16/10/2018

Here's a few Tips for a Healthy Spine
Watch your technique when lifting. If you don’t have the proper form when picking up heavy objects, you may twist the wrong way and damage your spine. To lift correctly, stand as close to the object as you can and use your legs and knees as opposed to your back and upper body to lift the item. If the item is too heavy for you, get help and don’t attempt to lift yourself.

Get a good night’s rest. Your body repairs itself while you sleep. It’s important to get enough sleep to allow for complete healing. Also, try sleeping on your side instead of on your stomach – as sleeping on your stomach puts extra pressure on your spine. A supportive mattress and pillows promoting proper alignment of the spine and neck are also good investments.

Stay active and stretch regularly. Maintaining an active lifestyle can help lower your risk for experiencing low back pain. Optimal exercise routines involve a combination of aerobic activity, core strengthening and stretching. Stretching to stay flexible also helps to promote good joint function and range of motion, which helps to promote spine health and reduce your overall risk for injury.

15/10/2018

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Washing hands prevents illnesses and spread of infections to others
Handwashing with soap removes germs from hands. This helps prevent infections because:

People frequently touch their eyes, nose, and mouth without even realizing it. Germs can get into the body through the eyes, nose and mouth and make us sick.

Germs from unwashed hands can get into foods and drinks while people prepare or consume them. Germs can multiply in some types of foods or drinks, under certain conditions, and make people sick.

Germs from unwashed hands can be transferred to other objects, like handrails, table tops, or toys, and then transferred to another person’s hands.
Removing germs through handwashing therefore helps prevent diarrhea and respiratory infections and may even help prevent skin and eye infections.

12/10/2018

What is arthritis?
Arthritis is an inflammation of the joints. It can affect one joint or multiple joints. There are more than 100 different types of arthritis, with different causes and treatment methods. Two of the most common types are osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA).

The symptoms of arthritis usually develop over time, but they may also appear suddenly. Arthritis is most commonly seen in adults over the age of 65, but it can also develop in children, teens, and younger adults. Arthritis is more common in women than men and in people who are overweight.

Contact Crossroad Medical Centre to get a physical exam to determine whether you have arthritis..

11/10/2018

Taking Good Care of Your Eyes
It's important to see your eye healthcare professional regularly to help avoid or reduce vision problems.

Common eye problems include blurred vision, halos, blind spots, and floaters. Blurred vision refers to the loss of sharpness of vision and not being able to see small details. Blind spots, called scotomas, are dark "holes" in the visual field in which nothing can be seen. Floaters are small bits of protein or other material that drift in the clear gel-like part of the eye. These problems can be from damage to the eye itself, a condition of the body like aging or diabetes, or a medicine.

Contact Crossroad Medical Centre to get your eyes tested!!!

10/10/2018

It's World Mental Health Day.
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‪DYK: Half of all mental health conditions start by 14 years of age, but most cases are undetected and untreated.‬
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We all have a role to play in supporting adolescents with their mental health.

05/10/2018

Awareness Month

03/10/2018

Awareness Month
Breast cancer can cause symptoms such as a lump. However, a lump is not the only symptom of breast cancer.

The earlier breast cancer is diagnosed, the easier it is to treat. This means it’s important for women to check their breasts regularly.

Get your check up @ Crossroad Medical Centre