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Kidney Infection-Pyelonephritis

Posted by on Thursday, January 23, 2014, In : Articles

Pyelonephritis is an infection of the kidneys and ureters, the infection can be acute or chronic.

The chances of developing infection of the kidneys and ureters are increased if you have:

A history of cystitis
A history of kidney stones
A history of chronic urinary tract infection

The ones most vulnerable to pyelonephritis are the elderly, and those whose immune system are suppressed. These patients are at increased risk of developing blood infections and shock.

Prevention- If one is prone to u...
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Managing Diabetes During The Holiday Season

Posted by Healthyou, Consumer Health Educator on Sunday, December 16, 2012, In : Articles

Diabetes should not prevent anyone from enjoying the holiday season and attending festive events.

Diabetics can still attend and participate in social events as their non-diabetics friends; they can still enjoy some of their festive favourites. The physical activity is actually beneficial to their health.

Do not let a busy holiday schedule get in the way of regular diabetes care. These are things to remember:

Check your blood sugar on time
Take any medication on time
Keep a...

Seizures Of Epilepsy

Posted by Healthyou, Consumer Health Educator on Wednesday, June 6, 2012, In : Articles

Epilepsy is a disorder of the brain characterized by spontaneous repeated seizures of any type occurring without an immediate cause.

Epilepsy can affect people of any age.

The seizures of epilepsy, called fits or convulsions are a result of abnormal electrical signals of the brain. A seizure may last from a few seconds to minutes. The type of seizure depends on the part of the brain affected and the cause of the seizure.

Causes of Seizures- In most cases the cause of the seizure cannot be...

About Your Blood Pressure

Posted by Healthyou, Consumer Health Educator on Tuesday, May 15, 2012, In : Articles

The blood pressure is the force of blood exerted on the artery walls as the bood circulates through the body.

A blood pressure can be normal, at risk or high.

In high blood pressure, also called hypertension there is constant pumping of the blood through the vessels with excessive force.

A blood pressure reading consists of two numbers: the top number is when the heart is at rest and the bottom number when it is beating.

A normal blood pressure is less than 120/80.

When a blood pressure ...

The Benefits of Regular Exercise

Posted by Healthyou, Consumer Health Educator on Wednesday, April 11, 2012, In : Articles

Physical activity is important to everyone regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or country of residence.

Physical activity is necessary to prevent non-communicable diseases such as cancer, diabetes, heart disease and strokes.

The recommended for overall health and longevity is 150 minutes of moderate-intensity 150 minutes per week, this can be achieved by brisk walking.

More vigorous and more prolonged activity has additional health benefits.

If you are someone who are not used to 150 min...
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Ageing And Health- A Call To Action

Posted by Healthyou, Consumer Health Educator on Tuesday, April 3, 2012, In : Articles

April 07 is World Health Day, World Health Day is celebrated every year to honour the founding of World Health Organization (WHO).

Every year, World Health Day focuses on a single health challenge with global impact.

"World Health Day 2012 focuses on how good health can add life to years, enabling older men and women to not only live longer, but also to extend their active involvement in all levels of society."

This year the theme is : ' Ageing and Health.'

The slogan is: "Good health adds l...
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Taking Control of Your Health

Posted by Healthyou, Consumer Health Educator on Wednesday, February 29, 2012, In : Articles

Your very first health insurance must be taking control of your health. This does not begin in the medical doctor's office but at home before the symptoms of disease develop.

For everyone, it begins early in life with maternal health and safety and continues throughout the lifespan.

Believe it or not some lifestyle habits are avoidable and are therefore as a result of choice.

The choice to avoid them or make them part of daily living is the individual's.

The risk factors I'm referring to are:...