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Dose of PharmLife

By lynn_ama

A lifestyle and health related podcast for everyone (specifically tailored towards pharmacy). This is a platform for us to share, connect, learn and have fun!Send any questions, comments to doseofpharmlife@gmail.com
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EP#56: HYPERTENSION

Dose of PharmLifeFeb 22, 2022

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EP#56: HYPERTENSION

EP#56: HYPERTENSION

Hypertension is that one friend which tries to make its way in every one's business! Hypertension is a silent killer and the starting point for major heart related conditions.

Today's episode gives a brief overview about what hypertension is and its associated risk factors

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Feb 22, 202212:22
EP#55: SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED INFECTIONS (STIs)

EP#55: SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED INFECTIONS (STIs)

In today's episode, we look briefly at what STIs are, some examples, how to identify them and certain factors which increase your risk of contracting one.

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Jan 25, 202207:28
EP#54: CERVICAL CANCER AWARENESS

EP#54: CERVICAL CANCER AWARENESS

A happy new year to you!

January happens to be "Cervical Cancer Awareness" month and it is for this reason that the very first episode of the podcast is about cervical cancer. Hopefully, we all learn a thing or two from this episode.

Welcome to 2022!

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Jan 18, 202208:23
EP#53: ANAEMIA

EP#53: ANAEMIA

In anaemia, there is reduced levels of red blood cells and this causes symptoms such as tiredness, dizziness and weakness. Did you know that there are different types and anaemia and that the kind of food we consume has a huge part to play?

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Nov 23, 202110:16
EP#52: AVOCADOS AND CHOLESTEROL

EP#52: AVOCADOS AND CHOLESTEROL

There is this school of thought which says that avocados are bad for your health because they contain cholesterol.

Is this true?

Do avocados contain cholesterol at all?

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Nov 09, 202103:07
EP#51: MEDICINES USE DURING PREGNANCY

EP#51: MEDICINES USE DURING PREGNANCY

Ever wondered why some medicines are avoided in pregnancy. Do you think using those medicines have any ramifications?

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Nov 02, 202107:01
EP#50: DIARRHEA MYTHS DEBUNKED
Oct 26, 202104:09
EP#49: PAINFUL MENSTRUAL CRAMPS

EP#49: PAINFUL MENSTRUAL CRAMPS

I look at what painful menstrual cramps are, the types and some management options available.

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Oct 19, 202107:23
EP#48: COMEBACK MESSAGE
Oct 12, 202103:40
EP#47: FIBROID

EP#47: FIBROID

This is a comeback!...Lol

I have been away for a long while and just when I was thinking about it, I came across an insta-story which was talking about fibroids. And that inspired this episode.

Have a listen to this episode and let's learn a thing or two!

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Aug 03, 202111:21
EP#46: TAKING YOUR MEDICINE WITH FLUIDS OTHER THAN WATER

EP#46: TAKING YOUR MEDICINE WITH FLUIDS OTHER THAN WATER

Hi you!

Welcome to yet another episode of Dose of PharmLife podcast.

So a listener asked a question about "taking your medication with other fluids other than water" . So in this particular episode, I answer this question.

Have a listen and do remember to SHARE, LIKE, and RATE!

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May 18, 202107:37
EP#45: POSOLOGY OF MEDICINES

EP#45: POSOLOGY OF MEDICINES

I am super excited about this episode because it is one after a much needed break!

This episode seeks to educate us about the best way to take our medicines. I answered questions such as

  • What does it mean to take your medicine on an empty stomach?
  • What does it mean to take medicine with food?
  • How do i take my medicine if the instruction says "to be taken three or two times a day?"

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May 11, 202110:06
EP#44: PEPTIC ULCER DISEASE

EP#44: PEPTIC ULCER DISEASE

Peptic ulcer disease occurs when there is a break in the protective lining of the gastrointestinal tract. Peptic ulcers can be treated and managed. In today's episode, we delve a bit more into what peptic ulcer is all about.

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Apr 06, 202108:26
EP#43: Guess what? We are back!
Mar 30, 202106:11
EP#42: TABLETS & CAPSULES Do's and Don'ts
Mar 16, 202113:39
EP#41: I'VE MISSED A DOSE, WHAT SHOULD I DO?

EP#41: I'VE MISSED A DOSE, WHAT SHOULD I DO?

Have you ever missed a dose of your medications? Be it intentional or unintentional. Hey, it happens but it should definitely not become a habit

Let's talk about what to do when you miss a dose...

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Mar 09, 202107:49
EP#40: COVID-19 VACCINE

EP#40: COVID-19 VACCINE

Happy New Month!

Ghana has received her first consignment of the COVID-19 vaccine and everyone has mixed feelings about this vaccine wahala.

So with this episode, I intend to give you a brief overview of:

  • what vaccines are
  • how they work
  • The AstraZeneca COVID vaccine

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Mar 02, 202111:39
EP#39: IS FOLIC ACID SUPPLEMENTATION IMPORTANT?

EP#39: IS FOLIC ACID SUPPLEMENTATION IMPORTANT?

If small and mighty was a drug... folic acid would definitely be it!

Folic acid (vitamin B9) is a micronutrient needed by the body for so many functions. Women of childbearing age are advised to take folic acid. So why all the fuss about it?


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Feb 23, 202113:56
EP#38: MASK UP!

EP#38: MASK UP!

Happy New Year lovelies!

And even more so a Happy new Month...It's been a minute...lol or rather more like a century
But i hope that you are good

Now to today's episode. Its just two words I have for you

MASK UP!

...as simple as ABC

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Feb 15, 202109:57
EP#37: DOES IT MATTER WHEN ITAKE MY MEDICINES?

EP#37: DOES IT MATTER WHEN ITAKE MY MEDICINES?

Let's find out in today's episode it it matters "when" and "how" we take our medications
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Feb 15, 202108:32
EP#36: PROPER STORAGE OF MEDICINES

EP#36: PROPER STORAGE OF MEDICINES

Did you know that the way you store your medications plays an important role in the way the medication will work?

Did you also know that proper storage has a huge role to play in the expiration of medications?

This episodes highlights certain things we need to take note of when storing our medicines!

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Feb 15, 202107:59
EP#35: IS IT SAFE TO CONSUME EXPIRED MEDICATION?

EP#35: IS IT SAFE TO CONSUME EXPIRED MEDICATION?

Expired drugs...are they safe?

Can one safely take a medication if it has reached the drug expiration date?

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Feb 15, 202114:32
EP#34: STAYING HEALTHY THIS FESTIVE SEASON

EP#34: STAYING HEALTHY THIS FESTIVE SEASON

Yaaaaayyyy....it's the first and  last month of the year and also the festive season. 
As we make merry and celebrate, let's remember to stay healthy!

In this episode, I share 10ways by which we can stay healthy during the festivities.

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Feb 15, 202108:09
EP#33: ANTIMICROBIAL RESISTANCE

EP#33: ANTIMICROBIAL RESISTANCE

World Antimicrobial Awareness Week (18 - 24 November) is a global campaign that aims to raise awareness of antimicrobial resistance worldwide and encourage best practices among the general public, health workers and policy makers to slow the development and spread of drug-resistant infections 
#UnitedToPreserveAntimicrobials #doseofpharmlife

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Feb 15, 202113:44
EP#32: DIABETES

EP#32: DIABETES

Diabetes is increasingly affecting younger people these days though it was considered previously as the "old man's disease" 

 But there are certain lifestyle changes that can be put in place to help manage the condition

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Feb 15, 202111:15
EP#31: HIV/AIDS

EP#31: HIV/AIDS

HIV continues to be a major global public health issue, having claimed almost 33 million lives so far. However, with increasing access to effective HIV prevention, diagnosis, treatment and care, including for opportunistic infections, HIV infection has become a manageable chronic health condition, enabling people living with HIV to lead long and healthy lives.
- World Health Organization (WHO)

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Feb 15, 202109:40
EP#30: HIV/AIDS MYTHS

EP#30: HIV/AIDS MYTHS

A happy new month to you!♥️
To quickstart the month of November, this episode will highlight a few myths concerning the condition HIV/AIDS.  This episode seeks to debunk these myths and of course state the facts!
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Feb 15, 202112:15
EP#29: CORONAVIRUS THOUGHTS

EP#29: CORONAVIRUS THOUGHTS

I know I am not the only one who has these thoughts about the coronavirus especially now that it seems everyone or rather most people have forgotten about the virus

Dears, the virus is still out there so stay safe!

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Feb 15, 202107:55
EP#28: HALITOSIS

EP#28: HALITOSIS

Halitosis aka bad breath can get embarrassing.
But hey don't fret. In this episode we talk about simple home remedies and lifestyle changes that help fight off the bad odor.

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Feb 15, 202107:27
EP#27: BREAST CANCER AWARENESS

EP#27: BREAST CANCER AWARENESS

Breast cancer is the most common cancer that occurs in women. The month of October is for raising awareness about the condition.

Listen, Learn & Share!

And remember to get screened.

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Feb 15, 202115:28
EP#26: HEALTH MISCONCEPTIONS ABOUT DIABETES
Feb 15, 202112:10
EP#25: WORLD HEART DAY 2020

EP#25: WORLD HEART DAY 2020

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) including heart disease and stroke is the world's leading cause of death claiming 17.9 million lives each year.
September 29 is #WorldHeartDay, created to highlight the necessary steps and actions individuals can take to prevent and control (CVD)

Let's all help create the awareness by sharing this podcast episode 
And remember to use the hashtags

#WorldHeartDay #UseHeart 

* Today on #WorldHeartDay, #UseHeart for society, your loved ones and you

Feb 15, 202113:16
EP#24: WORLD PHARMACIST DAY

EP#24: WORLD PHARMACIST DAY

Let's talk about pharmacy...! Of course! Because it's #WorldPharmacistsDay. Well, not exactly...

World Pharmacists Day is September 25 and since Dose of PharmLife is released only on Tuesdays, we'll have our own World Pharmacists Day celebration here!

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Feb 15, 202115:56
EP#23: PROSTATE CANCER

EP#23: PROSTATE CANCER

Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer that affects men. In this episode, I talk about what prostate cancer is as September is also "Prostate Cancer Awareness Month"
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Feb 15, 202112:03
EP#22: POLYCYSTIC OVARIAN SYNDROME (PCOS) AWARENESS

EP#22: POLYCYSTIC OVARIAN SYNDROME (PCOS) AWARENESS

September is PCOS awareness month and this particular episode seeks to promote PCOS education and also raise awareness about the condition

PCOS is the acronym for the rather long name -  Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome 

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Feb 15, 202107:28
EP#21: HEALTH MISCONCEPTIONS 1

EP#21: HEALTH MISCONCEPTIONS 1

A HAPPY NEW MONTH TO YOU!
In light of a new month, I'm beginning a series  titled "Health misconceptions" where I debunk myths, state facts and explain some health terms

I would like to know of any myths you've heard. Please do share
And once again, a blessed new month to you!

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Feb 15, 202112:35
EP#20: SIDE EFFECTS
Aug 25, 202010:39
EP#19: DO IRON SUPPLEMENTS OR BLOOD TONICS CAUSE WEIGHT GAIN?
Aug 18, 202011:29
EP#18: SELF-MEDICATION
Aug 11, 202011:46
EP#17: HEPATITIS
Jul 28, 202012:37
EP#16: DRUG INTERACTIONS
Jul 21, 202013:38
EP#15: MEDICATION LABELS
Jul 14, 202010:29
EP#14: THE STORY OF MY CAT AND HOW IT RENEWED
Jul 04, 202007:55
EP#13: FOOD POISONING
Jun 30, 202010:47
EP#11: SICKLE CELL DISEASE
Jun 23, 202011:29
EP#10: TAKE A CHILL PILL

EP#10: TAKE A CHILL PILL

“You don’t always need a plan. Sometimes you just need to breathe, trust, let go and see what happens.” – Mandy Hale Every Tuesday I release a new episode of the podcastSend suggestions and comments to:doseofpharmlife@gmail.comOR dm/pmFacebook -...
Jun 09, 202009:05
EP#9: DIARRHEA

EP#9: DIARRHEA

Happy New Month Loves!We continue with the series on gastrointestinal disorders and look at diarrhea.It may be an "eeeeeuuuwwww....topic" but there is the need to talk about it.Let's learn together!Every Tuesday I release a new episode of the...
Jun 02, 202011:08
EP#8: CONSTIPATION

EP#8: CONSTIPATION

In this episode, I talk about constipation (everything I can talk about within a short time...lol)Every Tuesday I release a new episode of the podcastSend questions, suggestions, and comments to:doseofpharmlife@gmail.comORdm/pmFacebook - @Esinam Ama...
May 26, 202008:53
EP#7: HEARTBURN

EP#7: HEARTBURN

So in today's episode, we look at what heartburn is and what we can do if/when we experience it.Every Tuesday I release a new episode of the podcast.Send questions, suggestions, and comments to:doseofpharmlife@gmail.comORDm/pmFacebook - @Esinam Ama...
May 19, 202007:20
EP#12: Gastrointestinal disorders trailer

EP#12: Gastrointestinal disorders trailer

This trailer is basically to inform you on what to expect in the upcoming weeks. Topics to be discussed are mainly "gastrointestinal-related"
May 18, 202002:08