Dose of PharmLife
By lynn_ama
Dose of PharmLifeFeb 15, 2021
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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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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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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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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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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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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EP#50: DIARRHEA MYTHS DEBUNKED
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EP#49: PAINFUL MENSTRUAL CRAMPS
I look at what painful menstrual cramps are, the types and some management options available.
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EP#48: COMEBACK MESSAGE
A girl is done with pharmacy school and that same girl is coming in hot!!!
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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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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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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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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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EP#43: Guess what? We are back!
Let's unravel the somtin
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EP#42: TABLETS & CAPSULES Do's and Don'ts
Let's find out today's episode
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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
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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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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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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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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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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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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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EP#26: HEALTH MISCONCEPTIONS ABOUT DIABETES
Welcome to the month of October. This is my first podcast in this month so it's only right to say "A happy new month to you!"
In today's episode, I debunk certain myths about diabetes.😊 We need to get rid of some of these misconceptions!
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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
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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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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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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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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EP#20: SIDE EFFECTS
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EP#19: DO IRON SUPPLEMENTS OR BLOOD TONICS CAUSE WEIGHT GAIN?
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EP#18: SELF-MEDICATION
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EP#17: HEPATITIS
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EP#16: DRUG INTERACTIONS
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EP#15: MEDICATION LABELS
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EP#14: THE STORY OF MY CAT AND HOW IT RENEWED
A piece about faith and hope!
Click here to read this one and others⬇️ and thank me later😉
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EP#13: FOOD POISONING
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EP#11: SICKLE CELL DISEASE
Stick with me, listen to the end of this episode for more.
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