GYNAECOMASTIA: is the enlargement of breast tissue in males, usually caused by an imbalance between the hormones testosterone and oestrogen. Causes include: Puberty Weight gain/obesity Ageing Certain medicines Liver and kidney disease #healthaccessinitiativemalawi

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What is a Pulmonary Embolism (PE)? A PE happens when a blood clot blocks an artery in the lungs, reducing oxygen flow to the body. Risk Factors: Cancer Pregnancy Recent surgery Long travel or best rest Smoking Obesity Previous blood clots #healthaccessinitiativemalawi

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DVT or Deep Vein Thrombosis (a blood clot in a deep vein, usually in the leg) Risk Factors: Sitting for long periods Recent surgery Pregnancy Smoking Cancer Obesity Symptoms: Leg swelling or pain, warm and red skin #healthaccessinitiativemalawi

ANEMIA (LOW BLOOD LEVELS) Common causes: • Iron, folate, or vitamin B12 deficiency • Heavy menstrual bleeding • Worm infestations • Malaria and other infections • Kidney disease and other chronic illnesses • Bone marrow disorders #healthaccessinitiativemalawi

OBESITY IS A HEALTH ISSUE, NOT A BEAUTY ISSUE Obesity increases the risk of • Type 2 diabetes • High blood pressure (hypertension) • Heart attacks and strokes • Fatty liver disease • Osteoarthritis (joint damage) • Sleep apnea • cancers #healthaccessinitiativemalawi

Knowledge Saves Lives! Many diseases are preventable through informed choices. ✅ Get vaccinated ✅ Know your HIV status ✅ Eat a healthy diet ✅ Attend regular health check-ups Stay informed. Stay healthy. #HealthAccessInitiativeMalawi #KnowledgeSavesLives #BetterHealth

We only appreciate health when we are sick unfortunately. You are able to go to work, live, love, laugh, pursue your passions because you are healthy. Be grateful for health and take care of your body. #healthaccessinitiativemalawi

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There are many types of heart disease; including myocardial infarction (heart attack), dilated cardiomyopathy (a stretched out and weak heart), rheumatic heart disease (damaged heart valves from previous infection), infective endocarditis (infection of the heart valves) etc

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When was the last time you switched off your phone, rested and let your body relax. We are constantly being overstimulated with our phones,TV, other people which stresses out bodies. Switch everything off and rest. Your mind and body need it.

Toxicity, racism and sexism in medical training is a major problem which remains untacked. It is very detrimental to the victims and the healthcare system as a whole.