Premier College of Health Sciences, Sagamu, Ogun State, Nigeria.

17/01/2026

It is possible to prevent !

🍎 Eat a diverse, healthy diet, including fruit, vegetables and protein.
🪥 Brush your teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste.
💉 Vaccinate against diseases like measles and malaria.

No one should suffer from noma!

⏰Early detection and treatment save lives.

17/01/2026

SPINE & BODY PAIN AWARENESS

Your spine supports every movement—take care of it!

🔹 Common Causes
Poor posture (phone & desk use)
Muscle strain or overuse
Disc problems (bulge/herniation)
Arthritis & age-related changes
Weak core muscles
Stress and lack of rest

🚨 Warning Signs
Persistent neck or back pain
Pain radiating to arms or legs
Numbness, tingling, or weakness
Morning stiffness
Night pain or worsening symptoms

✅ Prevention Tips
Maintain correct posture
Move every 30–60 minutes
Strengthen core muscles
Stretch regularly
Lift properly (with legs, not back)

🩺 When to See a Doctor
Pain lasts more than 2–3 weeks
Neurological symptoms appear
Severe or increasing pain

📌 Medical Awareness Only
✍️ Dr Fatah Hamid

17/01/2026

17/01/2026

Anterior or Posterior?
Understanding Placenta Position During Pregnancy

Medical Awareness

The placenta is a vital organ that supplies oxygen and nutrients to the baby during pregnancy. Its position inside the uterus can vary and is usually described as anterior or posterior.

🔹 Anterior Placenta
▪️ Placenta is attached to the front wall of the uterus
▪️ Very common and usually normal
▪️ Baby movements may be felt later or less strongly
▪️ Does not harm the baby or mother

🔹 Posterior Placenta
▪️ Placenta is attached to the back wall of the uterus
▪️ Baby movements are often felt earlier and stronger
▪️ Considered a normal and favorable position

🔹 Important Points
▪️ Placenta position is determined by ultrasound
▪️ Both anterior and posterior positions are normal
▪️ Only low-lying placenta (placenta previa) needs close monitoring

🩺 Placenta position alone is not a problem unless it covers the cervix. Always follow ultrasound reports and medical advice.

✍️ Dr Fatah Hamid

17/01/2026

COMMON BLOOD TESTS EXPLAINED!

Blood tests give valuable insight into your overall health.

🔹 Complete Blood Count (CBC)
Checks RBCs, WBCs & platelets
Helps detect anemia, infection & blood disorders

🔹 Blood Sugar Tests (FBS / RBS / HbA1c)
Used to diagnose & monitor diabetes

🔹 Liver Function Tests (ALT, AST, ALP, Bilirubin)
Assess liver health & detect liver damage

🔹 Kidney Function Tests (Urea, Creatinine)
Evaluate kidney performance & hydration status

🔹 Lipid Profile ❤️
Total cholesterol, LDL, HDL & triglycerides
Assesses heart disease risk

🔹 Electrolytes (Na⁺, K⁺, Cl⁻)
Essential for heart, nerve & muscle function

🔹 Inflammatory Markers (CRP, ESR)
Indicate infection or inflammation

🩺 Why Blood Tests Matter
Early disease detection
Monitoring chronic conditions
Guiding treatment decisions

📌 Medical Awareness Only

✍️ Dr Fatah Hamid

17/01/2026

Obesity is preventable even for those with higher genetic risk:

✅ Eat a healthy diet
✅ Drink enough water
✅ Do physical activity
✅ Get adequate sleep
✅ Limit screen time

17/01/2026

Widal Test | Medical Awareness

The Widal Test is a blood test used to help diagnose Typhoid Fever caused by Salmonella typhi.

🩺 Always interpret Widal results with clinical findings.
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✍️ Dr Fatah Hamid

17/01/2026

Types of Diabetes | Medical Awareness

Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects how the body controls blood sugar levels. The main types include:

🔹 Type 1 Diabetes
▪️ Autoimmune disease
▪️ Body produces little or no insulin
▪️ Common in children and young adults
▪️ Requires lifelong insulin therapy

🔹 Type 2 Diabetes
▪️ Most common type
▪️ Insulin resistance or reduced insulin production
▪️ Linked to obesity, inactivity, and genetics
▪️ Managed with lifestyle changes, medications, and sometimes insulin

🔹 Gestational Diabetes
▪️ Occurs during pregnancy
▪️ Usually resolves after delivery
▪️ Increases future risk of Type 2 diabetes

🔹 Prediabetes
▪️ Blood sugar higher than normal but not diabetic range
▪️ Early warning stage
▪️ Can be reversed with healthy lifestyle changes

🔹 Other Rare Types
▪️ Genetic disorders
▪️ Pancreatic diseases
▪️ Hormonal disorders
▪️ Drug or steroid-induced diabetes

⚠️ Early diagnosis and proper management can prevent serious complications.
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✍️ Dr Fatah Hamid

02/01/2026

Top 5 Commonly Used Antibiotics 💊

🔹 Amoxicillin
Used for throat, ear, chest & dental infections.

🔹 Azithromycin
Effective for respiratory infections & pneumonia.

🔹 Ciprofloxacin
Commonly used for UTI, typhoid & GI infections.

🔹 Ceftriaxone (Injection)
For severe infections like sepsis & meningitis.

🔹 Metronidazole
Used for amoebiasis, giardiasis & anaerobic infections.

⚠️ Important Reminder:
Antibiotics should only be used on doctor’s advice.

Misuse can cause antibiotic resistance.

👨‍⚕️ Stay informed. Stay healthy.

13/12/2025

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