🐕 Dog bite? Don’t ignore it.
🧼 Wash the wound with soap + running water.
🏥 Seek medical care promptly.
🐕 Don’t assume the animal is safe.
The right care, at the right time, can prevent rabies.
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#WorldRabiesDay#RabiesPrevention
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Rest isn’t laziness. 🌿
Your body needs time to recover from work, exercise, stress and everyday demands.
You don’t always have to push harder. Sometimes, you need to pause.
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#VitaGuardia#RestAndRecovery
Sitting for hours may feel harmless, but your body still needs movement. 👀
Break up long periods of sitting. Stand. Stretch. Walk. Repeat. 🚶🏾♀️
Small movement breaks can make a difference in your daily routine.
#MoveMore#HealthyHabits#vitaguardiawellbeing
Antibiotics don’t treat every infection. 💊
They work against certain bacterial infections—not viruses such as colds and flu.
Using antibiotics when they aren’t needed can contribute to antibiotic resistance.
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#AntibioticResistance#HealthEducation
Before reaching for a snack, pause:
💧 Thirst?
😴 Tired?
🧠 Stressed?
🍽️ Actually hungry?
It’s not about ignoring hunger. It’s about understanding what your body may be signalling.
What usually triggers your snack cravings?
#VitaGuardiaWellbeing#HealthEducation#MindfulEating
You slept 8 hours. So why are you still tired?
Sleep duration isn’t the whole story.
Sleep quality, interruptions, stress, routines and even some health conditions can affect how rested you feel.
📖 Read more: https://t.co/m3T4oV6wuu
#SleepHealth#PreventiveHealth
Five health numbers worth knowing:
🩺 Blood pressure
🩸 Blood glucose
❤️ Cholesterol
⚖️ BMI
📏 Waist circumference
They don’t tell the whole story, they provide information about your health.
#VitaGuardiaWellbeing#PreventiveHealth#HealthEducation
Your heart doesn’t only need attention when it hurts. ❤️
Know your blood pressure. Stay active. Eat well. Avoid tobacco. Pay attention to unusual changes.
Heart health is worth caring for before there’s a problem.
#VitaGuardiaWellbeing#HeartHealth#PreventiveHealth
MYTH: “If you don’t eat much sugar, you can’t develop diabetes.”
FACT: Type 2 diabetes is influenced by several factors not sugar alone.
Family history, age, physical activity, body weight and overall health can all play a role.
#DiabetesAwarenes#preventivehealth
What happens to your blood sugar after you eat?
Food → Glucose → Insulin → Energy.
Understanding your body is part of taking care of it.
#healtheducation#vitaguardiawellbeing
You can feel fine and still have high blood sugar.
Type 2 diabetes can develop gradually with few or no noticeable symptoms.
Know your risk. Know your numbers. Take action when it matters.
📖 Read more: https://t.co/m3T4oV6wuu
#VitaGuardia#DiabetesAwareness
🎉 Happy Birthday to our Senior Programs Manager!
Today, we celebrate your dedication, leadership and the value you bring to the VitaGuardia team.
Wishing you a wonderful birthday and a fulfilling year ahead, filled with growth, joy and meaningful impact.
Happy birthday! 🎂💚
MYTH OR FACT? 💤
MYTH
“You can train your body to function normally on very little sleep.”
FACT
You may get used to feeling tired, but that doesn’t mean your body is getting enough rest.
Read more: https://t.co/m3T4oV6wuu
#sleephealth#vitaguardiawellbeing
Your body can give you signals when something is changing.
Persistent symptoms shouldn't always be ignored.
✔️Notice the pattern
✔️Pay attention
✔️Seek medical help/advice
📖 Read more: https://t.co/m3T4oV6wuu
#preventivehealth#healthawareness#Wellbeing#vitaguardiawellbeing
Stress: Listen to your body
Changes in sleep, irritability, headaches, feeling overwhelmed and difficulty concentrating can be signs that your body needs attention.
Read full article on our website
#stressmanagement#mentalweĺlbeing#vitaguardiawellbeing
🩺 You may feel fine. Check anyway.
High blood pressure often has no obvious symptoms.
Regular checks can help you know your numbers and take action early.
Take your health seriously.
#hypertension#preventivehealth#vitaguardiawellbeing
🌿 Hello, September!
A new month. A fresh opportunity to pause, reset and be intentional about your health.
May this month bring renewed strength, healthier choices and more moments of wellbeing.
#newmonth#vitaguardiawellbeing