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Read more: Meningococcal Vaccine: Why is it important to get a shot?
In today’s world, especially during this pandemic. People are afraid to take the risk of getting a shot. But, aside from the Covid-19 vaccine that we should get, it is also important for us to know what other vaccines we should get for us to fight today's diseases. What is Meningococcal Vaccine? These are vaccines that help prevent Meningococcal disease, which is any type of illness caused by Neisseria meningitides bacteria. These bacteria spread through the exchange of respiratory and throat secretions like spit (e.g., by living in close quarters, kissing). Meningococcal disease can include meningitis a serious, potentially life-threatening inflammation of the membranes covering the brain and spinal cord -- and/or a life-threatening blood infection. Meningococcal disease can cause limb loss through amputation, hearing loss, problems with the nervous system, intellectual disability, seizures, and strokes.
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Did you know that among the causes of diarrhea are the Food and Water-Borne Diseases? Diarrhea remains one of the top ten leading causes of morbidity and mortality in the Philippines. Based on the reports of the Epidemiology Bureau Public Health Surveillance Division, a total of 1,385 acute diarrhea cases were reported nationwide from January 1 to February 23, 2019. Diarrhea is characterized by loose, watery stools or a frequent need to have a bowel movement. It usually lasts a few days and often disappears without any treatment. Diarrhea can be acute or chronic. Diarrhea that lasts at least four weeks can be a symptom of chronic disease.
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When it comes to health, sugar's reputation is ambiguous. Sugar is a natural component of all carbohydrate-containing meals, including fruits, vegetables, grains, and dairy products. It's fine to consume whole foods that naturally contain sugar. Protein and calcium are found in dairy products, but plant-based meals are high in fiber, essential minerals, and antioxidants. Since your body digests these foods slowly, the sugar in them supplies a consistent source of energy to your cells. Consuming a lot of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains has also been shown to reduce the risk of getting chronic diseases including diabetes, heart disease, and some forms of cancer.
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Bilharzia, another name for schistosomiasis, is a condition brought on by parasitic worms. People across the world get sick even though the worms that cause schistosomiasis are not prevalent in the United States. The most severe parasite illness, in terms of impact, is this one, which is only surpassed by malaria. Schistosoma japonicum, often known as the blood fluke, is a parasite that causes the illness of schistosomiasis. It is still widespread in the Philippines, particularly in the provinces of Samar and Leyte, as well as Negros Occidental in Visayas. There are just a few endemic regions in Luzon, including Mindoro Oriental, Sorsogon, and Cagayan.
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Read more: What’s the difference between Normal Delivery and C-Section?
Did you know that in the Philippines, most women prefer the vaginal type of delivery since it is cheaper than cesarean section type of childbirth? Vaginal birth is the most common and safest type of childbirth. The term “Natural birth” has been used to describe childbirth without medication for pain or speed up labor. This means not using any pain medication during labor but receiving other medical interventions such as fetal heart monitoring. Women rely on relaxation techniques and controlled breathing to help relieve the pain in the absence of pain medication during delivery.
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According to the CDC, 65 percent of botulism cases involve newborns or children under the age of one. Infant botulism is frequently caused by consuming foods infected with botulism spores or by exposure to polluted soil. Sugar and corn syrup are two examples of foods that might be contaminated. These spores can grow within a newborn child's digestive system and release the botulism toxin. Adults and older children have innate defenses that prevent tiny creatures from growing.
