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Health policy, research and planning wrote a new post, World Sight Day 2021 2 years, 6 months ago
World Sight Day is an annual day of awareness held on the second Thursday of October, to focus global attention on vision impairment, including blindness. This year, World Sight Day will take place on October 14, […]
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Health policy, research and planning wrote a new post, World Contraception Day 2021 2 years, 6 months ago
World Contraception Day is marked on 26 September . The day is observed to recognize the importance of family planning in the lives of people all over the world. The day was established with the goal of increasing […]
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Health policy, research and planning wrote a new post, The Emotional Health of Children 2 years, 7 months ago
Suicide prevention remains a universal challenge. Every year, suicide is among the top leading causes of death globally for people of all ages. Suicide remains a National Public Health crisis as Trinidad and […]
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Health policy, research and planning wrote a new post, Regular Check Ups – Why should I go to my doctor regularly? 2 years, 7 months ago
Top Five (5) Reasons for Having Regular Check-Ups :
1. Prevention is better than cure
Do not wait until you feel sick to go to the doctor! It is good to go to your doctor for a check-up when you are well, […]
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Health policy, research and planning wrote a new post, The truth about Alcohol 2 years, 7 months ago
● Worldwide, 3 million deaths result annually from harmful use of alcohol; this represents 5.3 % of all deaths.
● The harmful use of alcohol is a causal factor in more than 200 diseases and injury cond […]
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Health policy, research and planning wrote a new post, WORLD ASTHMA DAY 2021 2 years, 9 months ago
Uncovering Asthma Misconceptions
GINA 2021 REPORT SUMMARY & WORLD ASTHMA DAY MEETING OF THE GINA ADVOCATES:
World Asthma Day 2021: A meeting of the GINA Advocates discussing the burden of asthma around the […] -
Health policy, research and planning wrote a new post, World Sickle Cell Day 2021 2 years, 9 months ago
This health observance aims to increase the public’s knowledge and understanding of sickle cell disease, and the challenges experienced by patients, their families and caregivers.
Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) is […]
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Health policy, research and planning wrote a new post, Epilepsy 2 years, 9 months ago
Epilepsy can affect anyone, anytime, anyplace and can change lives in a moment.
What is epilepsy?
Epilepsy is sometimes called a seizure disorder, which is a disorder of the brain.A seizure is a short […]
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Health policy, research and planning wrote a new post, Self Esteem 2 years, 9 months ago
Self Esteem-
The view or understanding of yourself as a person
The perceived worth or value someone holds
Self worth-
Your belief about your own valueStress-
The inability to cope with life demands
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Health policy, research and planning wrote a new post, World Lung Cancer Day 2021 2 years, 9 months ago
World Lung Cancer Day 2021
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Health policy, research and planning wrote a new post, National Cancer Survivors Month 2021 2 years, 9 months ago
National Cancer Survivors Month 2021
During the month of June, we celebrate those who have bravely
and successfully battled cancer, to earn the designationSurvivor
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Health policy, research and planning wrote a new post, Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) – Should I know my status? 3 years ago
What are Sexually Transmitted Infections?
The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that over one million (1,000,000) Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) are acquired daily worldwide, with half of these […]
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Health policy, research and planning wrote a new post, 2021 Hansen's Disease 3 years, 2 months ago
Hansen’s disease (also known as leprosy) is an infection caused by bacteria called Mycobacterium leprae.
The disease can affect the nerves, skin, eyes, and lining of the nose (nasal mucosa).Delayed d […]
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Health policy, research and planning wrote a new post, Sticking to Your Resolutions 2021 3 years, 2 months ago
In ancient times, resolutions took the form of oaths to kingdoms or religions. In modern times, most resolutions are generally personal and geared toward commitments to make some effort towards self-improvement. […]
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Health policy, research and planning wrote a new post, Vaccination – Why should I be vaccinated ? 3 years, 2 months ago
Vaccination, also referred to as immunization, provides an individual with specific protection from certain viruses
and bacteria-causing illnesses.Click here for more: Vaccination Poster
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Health policy, research and planning wrote a new post, Healthy Eating Tips for the Christmas Holidays 3 years, 4 months ago
Exercise: During the holiday season we usually have a little extra time available – Take this opportunity to develop a regular exercise pattern.
Review Your Cooking Methods: There are many healthy ways in wh […]
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Health policy, research and planning wrote a new post, International Day for Elimination of Violence against Women 2020 3 years, 4 months ago
International Day for Elimination of Violence against Women 2020
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Health policy, research and planning wrote a new post, Healthy Substitutions in Meals 3 years, 5 months ago
You can use healthy substitutions to reduce salt and saturated fat and boost fiber content to make your favourite recipes healthier. The table below gives alternatives for some common ingredients found in […]
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Health policy, research and planning wrote a new post, World Diabetes Day 3 years, 5 months ago
Diabetes is a major cause of blindness, kidney failure, heart attack, stroke and lower limb amputation.
Diabetes is a chronic disease, which occurs when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin, or when the […]
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Health policy, research and planning wrote a new post, World Diabetes Awareness 3 years, 5 months ago
All persons with diabetes suffer hyperglycaemia i.e. high levels of dissolved sugar(s) in the blood. If left untreated, persistent hyperglycaemia can permanently damage the internal lining of blood vessels. T […]