Wednesday, August 26, 2009

H1N1 free environment


With the constant fear of H1N1 symptoms, the following measures can be practiced by one and all. This is information received from Consultant General Surgeon & Gastoenterologist, based in India by my friend. We hope it could be beneficial to all and their families alike.

Tamiflu does not kill but prevents H1N1 from further proliferation till the virus limits itself in about 1-2 weeks (its natural cycle). H1N1, like other Influenza A viruses, only infects the upper respiratory tract and proliferates (only) there. The only portals of entry are the nostrils and mouth/ throat. In a global epidemic of this nature, it's almost impossible not coming into contact with H1N1 in spite of all precautions. Contact with H1N1 is not so much of a problem as proliferation is.

While you are still healthy and not showing any symptoms of H1N1 infection, in order to prevent proliferation, aggravation of symptoms and development of secondary infections, some very simple steps - not fully highlighted in most official communications - can be practiced (instead of focusing on how to stock N95 or Tamiflu):

1. Frequent hand-washing (well highlighted in all official communications) .

2. "Hands-off-the- face" approach. Resist all temptations to touch any part of face (unless you want to eat, bathe or slap).

3. Gargle twice a day with warm salt water (use Listerine if you don't trust salt).
H1N1 takes 2-3 days after initial infection in the throat/ nasal cavity to proliferate and show characteristic symptoms. Simple gargling prevents proliferation. In a way, gargling with salt water has the same effect on a healthy individual that Tamiflu has on an infected one. Don't underestimate this simple, inexpensive and powerful preventative method.

4. Similar to 3 above, clean your nostrils at least once every day with warm salt water.
Not everybody may be good at Jala Neti or Sutra Neti (very good Yoga asanas to clean nasal cavities), but blowing the nose hard once a day and swabbing both nostrils with cotton buds dipped in warm salt water is very effective in bringing down viral population.

5. Boost your natural immunity with foods that are rich in Vitamin C (Amla and other citrus fruits). If you have to supplement with Vitamin C tablets, make sure that it also has Zinc/bioflavonoids to boost absorption.

6. Drink as much of warm liquids as you can. Drinking warm liquids has the same effect as gargling, but in the reverse direction. They wash off proliferating viruses from the throat into the stomach where they cannot survive, proliferate or do any harm.

All these are simple ways to prevent, within means of most households, and certainly much less painful than to wait in long queues outside public hospitals.

We do hope, this information could be passed on to one and all, for a healthy and H1N1 free environment.

Tuesday, August 25, 2009

7 Secrets your body's trying to tell you


http://shine.yahoo.com/channel/health/7-secrets-your-bodys-trying-to-tell-you-501265/

Did you know that your sense of smell or finger length could affect your future health? Neither did I, but scientists are discovering that certain physical traits could indicate an increased risk of conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease, diabetes, and cancer. If any of these apply to you don’t panic—just take a few precautions:

1. Finger length
Women whose index fingers are shorter than their ring fingers may be twice as prone to osteoarthritis in the knees, found British researchers. Those with this predominately male characteristic tend to have lower levels of estrogen, which may also play a role in the development of osteoarthritis, say researchers.

Take this precaution: Strengthen the muscles surrounding your knees. While sitting, straighten each leg parallel to the floor 10 times; hold each rep for 5 to 10 seconds.

2. Leg length
If your legs are on the stocky side, you may need to take better care of your liver. In a 2008 study, British researchers found that women with legs between 20 and 29 inches long tended to have higher levels of four enzymes that indicate liver disease. Factors such as childhood nutrition may influence not only growth patterns but also liver development well into adulthood, say researchers.

Take this precaution: Avoid exposure to toxins your liver has to process, which will keep it healthier, longer. Wear a mask and gloves while cleaning or working with any type of harsh chemical. Limit alcohol intake to one 5-ounce glass of wine or 12-ounce bottle of beer daily.

3. Sense of smell
Older adults who couldn’t identify the scent of bananas, lemons, cinnamon, or other items were 5 times more likely to develop Parkinson’s disease within 4 years, according to a 2008 study. The researchers believe that the area of the brain responsible for olfactory function may be one of the first impacted by Parkinson’s disease—somewhere between 2 and 7 years prior to diagnosis.

Take this precaution: Pop a fish oil supplement. Omega-3 fatty acids can boost your brain’s resistance to MPTP, a toxic compound responsible for Parkinson’s.

4. Arm length
Have a hard time touching your toes (even though you're flexible)? Women with the shortest arm spans were 1.5 times more likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease than those with longer reaches, found a recent study. (Find yours by spreading your arms parallel to the floor and having someone measure fingertips to fingertips; the shortest spans were less than 60 inches.) Nutritional or other deficits during the critical growing years, possibly responsible for shorter arms, may also predispose a person to cognitive decline later in life, say Tufts University researchers.

Take this precaution: Put your appendages to good use with a hobby such as painting or pottery. A 5-year study from the Alzheimer’s Disease Center at Rush University Medical Center found that adults who spent the most time engaged in stimulating leisure activities were more than 2.5 times less likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease than those who spent less time challenging their brains.

5. Earlobe crease
Linear wrinkles in one or both lobes may predict future cardiovascular events (heart attack, bypass surgery, or cardiac death). A crease on one lobe raises the risk by 33%; a crease on both lobes increases it by 77%, even after adjusting for other known risk factors. Though experts aren’t exactly sure, they suspect a loss of elastic fibers may cause both the crease and the hardening of arteries.

Take this precaution: Keep your heart healthy in other ways: Slim down, and exercise regularly, which can lower your cholesterol and blood pressure

6. Jeans size
Adults who have larger abdomens in their 40s are up to 3.6 times as likely to develop dementia in their 70s, even if they weren’t overweight, according to a study published in the journal Neurology. One possible reason for the link is that, compared with subcutaneous fat (the noticeable fat that lies just below the skin), visceral fat (the dangerous fat that surrounds the organs) secretes more of the inflammatory hormones that are associated with cognitive decline.

Take this precaution: Eat a portion-controlled Mediterranean-style diet. Research shows that the monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFAs) in foods such as olives, nuts, seeds, avocado, and dark chocolate prevent the accumulation of visceral fat.

7. Calf size
Though it sounds counterintuitive, a French study found that women with small calves (13 inches or less around) tended to develop more carotid plaques, a known risk factor for stroke. The subcutaneous fat in larger calves may pull fatty acids from the bloodstream and store them where they are less of a risk factor, say researchers.

Take this precaution: No need to bulk up your legs, but sip green tea to stay heart healthy. In a study of more than 40,500 Japanese men and women, those who drank five or more cups of green tea every day had the lowest risk of dying of heart disease and stroke.


Live Better Longer!
Quit smoking, and cut back on alcohol and red meat, and get more exercise

Thursday, August 13, 2009

Senarai Hospital Khas (Designated Hospital) Kerajaan Untuk Merawat Kes-Kes Influenza A(H1N1)


PERLIS

HOSPITAL TUANKU FAUZIAH, KANGAR
Jalan Kolam, 01000 Kangar.

No. Telefon : 04-9763333
No. Fax : 04-9767237

KEDAH

HOSPITAL SULTANAH BAHIYAH
KM 6, Jalan Langgar
05460 Alor Setar

No. Telefon : 04-7406233
No. Fax : 04-7350232/0233

HOSPITAL KULIM
Jalan Mahang
09000 Kulim

No. Telefon : 04-4272733
No. Fax : 04-4900760

HOSPITAL LANGKAWI
Bukit Teguh
07000 Langkawi

No. Telefon : 04-9663333
No. Fax : 04-9660121

PULAU PINANG

HOSPITAL PULAU PINANG
Jalan Residensi
10990

No. Telefon : 04-2225333
No. Fax : 04-2281737
http://hpp.moh.gov.my

PERAK

HOSPITAL RAJA PERMAISURI BAINUN
Jalan Hospital

30450 Ipoh

No. Telefon : 05-2533333/ 2536052
No.. Fax : 05-2531541

HOSPITAL SLIM RIVER
35800 Slim River

No. Telefon : 05-4526467
No. Fax : 05-4526697

SELANGOR

HOSPITAL TENGKU AMPUAN RAHIMAH KLANG
41200 Klang

No. Telefon : 03-33757000
No. Fax : 03-33749557

HOSPITAL SUNGAI BULOH
47000 Sungai Buloh

No. Telefon : 03-61454333
No. Fax : 03-61454222

NEGERI SEMBILAN

HOSPITAL TUANKU JAAFAR
Jalan Rasah
70300 Seremban

No. Telefon : 06-7623333/ 7684000
No. Fax : 06-7625771
http://www.htjs.gov.my

MELAKA

HOSPITAL MELAKA
Jalan Mufti Haji Khalil
75400 Melaka

No. Telefon : 06-2822344
No. Fax : 06-2841590

JOHOR

HOSPITAL SULTANAH AMINAH
80100 Johor Bahru

No. Telefon : 07-2257000
No. Fax : 07-2242694
http://hsajb.moh.gov.my

HOSPITAL BATU PAHAT
Jalan Kluang
83000 Batu Pahat

No. Telefon : 07-4341999/ 4340654
No. Fax : 07-4322544

PAHANG

HOSPITAL TENGKU AMPUAN AFZAN
Jalan Tanah Putih
25100 Kuantan

No. Telefon : 09-5133333
No. Fax : 09-5142712
http://htaa.moh.gov.my

HOSPITAL SULTAN AHMAD SHAH, TEMERLOH
Jalan Maran
28000 Temerloh

No. Telefon : 09-2955333
No. Fax : 09-2972468
http://hoshas.moh.gov..my

TERENGGANU

HOSPITAL SULTANAH NUR ZAHIRAH
Jalan Sultan Mahmud
20400 Kuala Terengganu

No. Telefon : 09-6212121
No. Fax : 09-6221820

KELANTAN

HOSPITAL RAJA PEREMPUAN ZAINAB II
Jalan Hospital
15000 Kota Bharu

No. Telefon : 09-7452000
No. Fax : 09-7486951
http://hrpz2.moh.gov.my

HOSPITAL TUMPAT
Jalan Kelaburan
16200 Tumpat

No. Telefon : 09-7257533
No. Fax : 09-7257082

W.P. KUALA LUMPUR

HOSPITAL KUALA LUMPUR

No. Telefon : 03-26155555
No. Fax : 03-26911681
http://www.hkl.gov.my

INSTITUT PERUBATAN RESPIRATORI
Jalan Pahang
50586 Kuala Lumpur

No. Telefon : 03-40232966 (IPR)
No. Fax : 03-40218807 (IPR)

PUSAT PERUBATAN UNIVERSITI MALAYA
Lembah Pantai,

59100, Kuala Lumpur.

No. Telefon : 03-79494422
No. Fax: 03-79572253

Email :
ummc@ummc.edu.my

SARAWAK

HOSPITAL UMUM SARAWAK
Jalan Tun Ahmad Zaidi Adruce
93586 Kuching

No. Telefon : 082-276666
No. Fax : 082-242751
http://hus.moh.gov.my

HOSPITAL SIBU
Batu 5 1/2, Jalan Ulu Oya
96000 Sibu

No. Telefon : 084-343333
No. Fax : 084-337354

HOSPITAL MIRI
Jalan Cahaya Lopeng
98000 Miri

No. Telefon : 085-420033
No. Fax : 085-416514
http://hmiri.moh.gov.my

HOSPITAL BINTULU
Lebuhraya Abg Galau
97000 Bintulu

No. Telefon : 086-255899
No. Fax : 086-255866

SABAH

HOSPITAL QUEEN ELIZABETH, KOTA KINABALU
88586 Kota Kinabalu

No. Telefon : 088-218166
No. Fax : 088-318605
http://qeh.moh.gov.my

HOSPITAL DUCHESS OF KENT, SANDAKAN
KM 3.2 Jalan Utara
90000 Sandakan

No. Telefon : 089-212111
No. Fax : 089-213607
http://hdok.moh.gov.my

HOSPITAL TAWAU
91000 Tawau

No. Telefon : 089-773533
No. Fax : 089-778626

W.P. LABUAN

HOPITAL LABUAN
87020 Labuan

No. Telefon : 087-423922/ 423919
No. Fax : 087-423928
http://hlabuan.moh.gov.my

Senarai Hospital Khas (Designated Hospital) Swasta Untuk Merawat Kes-Kes Influenza A(H1N1)


Wilayah Persekutuan KL & Selangor

1.

Gleneagles Intan Medical Centre

2.

Pantai Hospital Kuala Lumpur

3.

Prince Court Medical Centre

4.

Pantai Hospital Cheras

5.

Sunway Medical Centre

6.

Tropicana Medical Centre

7.

Tung Shin Hospital

8.

Sime Darby Medical Centre Subang Jaya Sdn. Bhd

9.

Assunta Hospital, PJ

10.

KPJ Ampang Puteri Specialist Hospital KL

11.

Sri Kota Specialist Medical Centre, Klang

Kedah

1.

Kedah Medical Centre Sdn Bhd

Pulau Pinang

1.

Gleneagles Medical Centre

2.

Island Hospital

3.

Loh Guan Lye Specialist Centre

4.

Penang Adventist Hospital

Perak

1.

Pantai Hospital Ipoh

Melaka

1.

Pantai Hospital Ayer Keroh

Johor

1.

KPJ Johor Specialist Hospital

2.

Pantai Hospital Batu Pahat

Kelantan

1..

Perdana Specialist Centre

Sabah

1.

Sabah Medical Centre

Wednesday, August 5, 2009

CHIKUNGUNYA


FAKTA-FAKTA MENGENAI PENYAKIT CHIKUNGUNYA

1. Apa itu Penyakit Chikungunya?

Chikungunya adalah sejenis penyakit bawaan nyamuk. Chikungunya pertama kali dikesan melalui ujian darah di Tanzania pada tahun 1953. Semenjak itu ia berlaku di negara-negara Afrika, Asia dan akhir-akhir ini ia berlaku di beberapa buah tempat di Negara Eropah. Ia endemik (selalu berlaku) di kebanyakan negara Sub Sahara Afrika, India, Asia Tenggara, Indonesia dan Filipina. Ia bukanlah satu penyakit misteri yang tidak diketahui puncanya.

2. Bagaimana penyakit ini boleh berlaku?

Chikungunya adalah demam yang disebabkan oleh virus daripada genus Alphavirus di dalam keluarga Togaviridae.

3. Adakah ia berjangkit?

Ya. Virus Chikungunya berjangkit melalui gigitan nyamuk Aedes albopictus atau Aedes aegypti yang membawa virus tersebut. Nyamuk Aedes juga menyebarkan virus penyakit demam denggi.

4. Apakah masa pengeraman bagi Chikungunya?

Masa pengeraman bagi Chikungunya boleh menjangkau dari 3 hingga 12 hari tetapi pada kebiasaannya di antara dari 3 hingga 7 hari.

5. Apakah tanda-tanda dan gejala penyakit ini?

• Demam panas mengejut
• Sakit teruk pada sendi
• Ruam pada badan
• Sakit kepala


Seorang pesakit boleh demam dari dari 1 hingga 7 hari (kebiasaannya 5 hari).
Penyakit Chikungunya boleh disalah anggap sebagai demam denggi kerana tanda-tanda penyakit yang menyerupai demam denggi.

6. Adakah penyakit ini boleh membawa maut?

Di Malaysia, Chikungunya tidak pernah dilaporkan boleh menyebabkan pendarahan atau kematian. Tetapi, sesetengah pesakit mengalami gejala yang berpanjangan.
Pesakit yang berumur boleh mengalami kesakitan berulang pada sendi sehingga beberapa bulan atau tahun.

7. Apakah rawatan bagi penyakit ini?

Seperti penyakit-penyakit yang disebabkan oleh virus, ia tiada rawatan yang khusus. Selalunya rawatan diberi berdasarkan gejala klinikal yang dialami oleh seseorang pesakit.
Kebanyakan kes yang terjadi hanya memerlukan rawatan pesakit luar sahaja.
Tiada vaksin bagi penyakit ini.

8. Apakah yang perlu dilakukan jika dijangkiti penyakit?

Jika mengalami tanda-tanda dan gejala penyakit Chikungunya, orang ramai adalah dinasihatkan segera mendapatkan rawatan di klinik atau hospital terdekat.

9. Cara pencegahan penyakit Chikungunya

• Bersihkan kawasan rumah dan persekitaran supaya bebas daripada tempat-tempat pembiakan nyamuk Aedes. Ini boleh dilakukan melalui aktiviti gotong royong. Adalah terbukti tiada kes baru yang dilaporkan di kawasan-kawasan yang melakukan gotong- royong.
• Periksa rumah dan persekitaran sekurang-kurangnya seminggu sekali untuk memastikan tiada pembiakan nyamuk Aedes.
• Dapatkan rawatan dengan segera di klinik atau hospital berdekatan sekiranya mengalami tanda dan gejala penyakit.

10. Bolehkah kawasan saya dijangkiti penyakit Chikungunya?

Boleh, kerana penyakit ini dibawa oleh nyamuk Aedes albopictus dan Aedes aegypti yang terdapat di negara kita.

Sunday, August 2, 2009

Fisioterapi bantu pesakit kembali Normal


Pesakit strok,mangsa kemalangan dan mereka yang megalami kecacatan sejak lahir adalah antara insan yang memerlukan bantuan fisioterapi untuk meningkatkan kualiti dan kembali normal.Ini kerana menerusi perkhidmatan fisioterapi,pesakit didedahkan cara memulihkan pergerakan seperti senaman cara yang betul,urutan dan sebagainya.

Bagaimanapun ,kekurangan ahli terlatih atau pakar dalam bidang fisioterapi menyebabkan tidak ramai pesakit di Malaysia bernasib baik untuk mendapatkan rawatan kecacatan pergerakan disebabkan oleh penuaan,penyakit dan kecederaan pada bahagian sendi dan otot.

Bidang ini mungkin tidaklah popular berbanding perubatan dan pergigian,tetapi tahukah anda graduan lulusan dari bidang ini mendapat anjaran lumayan.Kepentingan bidang ini tidak jauh bezanya dengan dunia perubatan atau pergigian kerana sebahagian daripada tugas pakar dalam sains kesihatan membantu doktor dan pemangkin dalam peningkatan kualiti hidup manusia.

Minat yang mendalam untuk membantu orang lain kembali normal adalah salah satu syarat yang diperlukan sebelum menceburi bidang ini.Kepuasan dalam bidang ini pasti terserlah apabila pesakit yang dibantu pulih dan menjalani kehidupan normal semula.

Dewasa ini banyak kolej dan institusi pengajian tinggi yang menawarkan kursus dalam bidang ini dari peringkat sijil hinggalah ijazah pertama.Sehubungan itu,bagi yang berminat rajin-rajinlah membuka akhbar untuk melihat iklan yang ditawarkan. Antara yang ditawarkan ialah Diploma Teknolohi Makmal Perubatan,Diploma Fisioterapi dan Diploma Terapi Carakerja.

Objektif kursus adalah untuk melahirkan lebih ramai ahli fisioterapi terlatih yang mempunyai ilmu dan pengalaman klinikal dalam bidang berkenaan.Mereka boleh menceburi kerjaya dalam sektor awam dan swasta termasuk hospital kerajaan,hospital pakar,pusat jagaan, klinik sukan, pusat pemulihan,pusat psikiatri dan institusi penyelidikan dan membuka firma sendiri.

Bidang ini bukan sahaja menjaminkan kerjaya yang mantap tetapi juga mempunyai nilai murni kerana dapat membantu insan lain meneruskan kehidupan mereka dengan lebih baik.Dan pastinya ini adalah kepuasan yang tiada tandingnya.
 

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