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Louis Kashia's Health Encyclopedia A page aimed at sensitizing the world on different conditions or disease states that affects affect

13/05/2025

There are parents and guardians out there who know that their children are being defiled by their close relatives but they are scared to report because the perpetrator is a bread winner 😔😔😔

01/12/2024

Respect for human rights is key in fighting against stigma and discrimination of people living with HIV and AIDS

01/12/2024

World AIDS day is observed to create awareness on how to prevent the infection spread,promoting health among people living with HIV and AIDS, fighting against stigma and discrimination of people living with HIV and AIDS, commemorating those we've lost due to the pandemic,and promoting health behaviours and lifestyles.The World Health organisation has observed a global decline in HIV transmission rates among the young people, though some countries have observed the increase in transmission rates among young people between the ages of 15- 24 .This just shows the key populations and where we supposed to stress the HIV and AIDS awareness and strategies to reduce the spread.

01/12/2024

In 2023, 78% of PLHIV in the region knew their status, 66% had received lifesaving antiretroviral treatment, and 64% had suppressed viral load among people living with HIV

01/12/2024

As we reflect on the current landscape, we recognize that 39.9 million people globally live with HIV, and 1.3 million new infections were reported in 2023: far exceeding the 2025 target of fewer than 370 000

- By WHO 2024

01/12/2024

HIV rates are particularly high among key populations such as men who have s*x with men (MSM), s*x workers, people who inject drugs, trans and gender diverse individuals, and prisoners.

01/12/2024

The fight against stigma and discrimination of people living with HIV and AIDS is key to fight HIV and AIDS itself

01/12/2024

Today is World Aids Day.
Here is how you can reduce your risk of getting or transmitting HIV ⬇️
🔸 Practice safer s*x
🔸 Get tested and treated for s*xually transmitted infections (STls)
🔸 Use sterile needles
🔸 Use PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis)
🔸 Keep taking your HIV treatment

01/12/2024

The theme for World AIDS Day 2024 is "Take the Rights Path: My Health, My Right!" ¹. This theme emphasizes the importance of protecting human rights in the fight against HIV/AIDS. It's a call to action for leaders and individuals to prioritize the rights of people living with and affected by HIV/AIDS.

The theme is built around the idea that upholding human rights is essential for ending the AIDS pandemic. It highlights the need to address the inequalities and barriers that prevent people from accessing HIV prevention, treatment, and care services .

So, let's join together to promote awareness, understanding, and action to protect the rights of people affected by HIV/AIDS.
By WHO 2024

26/10/2024

Yes we all know it's a fast world and we all need money,but let's be mindful the things we do for money,You know it must be something that even after a decade from now ,we must be proud when we remember how we attained that bag or ichola,rather causing emotional trauma when we remember,Health is important 🤝🏿🤝🏿💜💜

Talipes equinovarus, also known as clubfoot, is a congenital deformity of the foot.Characteristics:1. Inward rotation of...
23/10/2024

Talipes equinovarus, also known as clubfoot, is a congenital deformity of the foot.

Characteristics:

1. Inward rotation of the heel (equinus)
2. Upward rotation of the toes (dorsiflexion)
3. Inward rotation of the ankle (varus)
4. Foot appears shortened and widened

Causes:

1. Genetic predisposition
2. Environmental factors (e.g., intrauterine positioning)
3. Neurological conditions (e.g., cerebral palsy)

Symptoms:

1. Foot deformity
2. Difficulty walking
3. Pain
4. Limited mobility

Treatment:

1. Ponseti method: Gentle manipulation and casting (most effective in infants)
2. Kite method: Similar to Ponseti, with modifications
3. Surgery (in severe cases or failed conservative treatment)

Goals:

1. Correct foot alignment
2. Improve mobility
3. Relieve pain
4. Enable normal shoe wear

Complications:

1. Chronic pain
2. Limited mobility
3. Arthritis
4. Gait abnormalities

Prognosis:

1. Excellent with early treatment (90-95% success rate)
2. Variable outcomes with delayed or inadequate treatment

Organizations:

1. Ponseti International Association
2. Club Foot Foundation
3. American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)

Would you like more information on:

1. Clubfoot treatment options?
2. Ponseti method?
3. Surgical interventions?
4. Rehabilitation and physical therapy?
5. Genetic implications?

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