Kaliika Patrick

Physician

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Did you know!🤔🤔. Eating a healthier diet with less salt, exercising regularly and taking medication can help lower blood pressure. Now you know. #SanctuaryMedicalFoundation #wellness #Healthyliving

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Bronchiectasis is a condition in which the lungs' airways become damaged, making it hard to clear mucus. It may result from an infection or medical condition, such as pneumonia or cystic fibrosis.

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Good nutrition is part of healthy aging! Eating a heart-healthy diet is one of the ways to reduce your risk for heart disease.#SanctuaryMedicalFoundation #wellness #Healthyliving

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Invite the whole family to help cook dinner. Making healthy food choices is easier with the support of family and friends. #SanctuaryMedicalFoundation #wellness #Healthyliving

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If you inject insulin remember to frequently rotate your insulin injection site. This helps to reduce the risk of skin changes, including cutaneous amyloidosis.
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These lumps can prevent insulin from being absorbed properly.

Reduce the risk of by changing the spot where you take your insulin injection each time
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Throat cancer affects the vocal cords, larynx (voice box), or other areas of the throat. Risk factors for throat cancer are using tobacco and heavy drinking. Throat cancer is more common in men than in women.

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WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF STROKE?

The symptoms of stroke often happen quickly. They include
• Sudden numbness or weakness of the face, arm, or leg (especially on one side of the body)
• Sudden confusion, trouble speaking, or understanding speech.

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You might see more than one doctor so keeping a list of your medical history can help you keep things straight! Be your own health advocate and track your personal health record

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How can I improve my mental health?

•Staying positive
•Being physically active
•Connecting with others
•Developing a purpose in life
•Getting enough sleep
•Developing coping skills
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Diabetes can increase the risk of developing problems with your feet 👣. One way you can look after your feet is by always ensuring you are wearing appropriate socks 🧦🧦 and shoes 👟👟!
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This simple step will help you maintain the health of your feet and avoid foot related complications.

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Diabetes can affect the normal function of the heart, brain, kidneys, eyes and feet, and it can also cause digestive problems or problems with sexual function. Having regular checks can help avoid the damage diabetes can cause. #DiabetesInformation #DiabetesAwareness

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While high blood glucose levels can increase the risks of diabetes related complications in some people, there are other factors which also contribute to the development of complications, some of which are still unknown.
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Heart Disease Fatal!
About 2 out of 3 diabetic people die of heart disease! Increased blood sugar levels damage the blood vessels and and also gives a higher risk of clots.
This increases the risk of heart attack.
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Recommended Fruits for Diabetics

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Severe hypoglycemia increases risk of falls in adults with type 2 diabetes.