Category: Health Maintenance

Bethlehem - Together - Colorectal cancer is one of the most dangerous types of cancer among men and women around the world. The Health Digest website said that colon cancer occurs when malignant tumors form within the inner lining of the colon due to the accumulation of abnormal cell growth. According to the Colorectal Cancer Foundation, an estimated 1 in 20 people are at risk of developing colon cancer. Health Digest explained that genetics may play a role in the risk of contracting the disease, but there are also external factors, such as excessive consumption of alcohol, sugar, processed foods, or red meat. In addition, some research has found that bowel habits may also increase the risk of colon cancer. The website said that delaying defecation and holding it for a long time makes the lining of the colon more susceptible to inflammation, and also leads to constipation, so doctors always advise the need to defecate when feeling the need to do so. The results of the research, which were presented in 2 012 at the annual meeting of the American College of Gastroenterology, concluded that people who suffer from chronic constipation were 1.78 times more likely to develop colorectal cancer compared to individuals who do not suffer from it. Source: Maan News Agency

Bethlehem - Ma'an - A new study, conducted on about 500,000 medical records, found that severe viral infections, such as encephalitis and pneumonia, increase the risk of developing neurodegenerative diseases, such as Parkinson's and Alzheimer's. According to the Science Alert website, researchers found 22 links between viral infections and neurodegenerative cases. He added that people treated for a type of brain infection called viral encephalitis were 31 times more likely to develop Alzheimer's disease. He continued that those who were hospitalized for pneumonia after influenza infection were more likely to develop Alzheimer's disease, dementia, Parkinson's disease, and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Science Alert also revealed that intestinal infections were also the cause of the development of many neurodegenerative diseases. He explained that the effect of viral infections on the brain continued for up to 15 years in some cases. 'It is striking that vaccines are currently available for some of these viruses, including influenza and pneumonia,' the researchers wrote. They added: "Although vaccines do not always prevent disease, they significantly reduce hospital admission rates. This evidence suggests that vaccination may mitigate some of the risks of neurodegenerative diseases." Source: Maan News Agency

Bethlehem - Together - Brain fog is a type of cognitive dysfunction that leads to confusion, memory problems, and lack of concentration. What is brain fog? Healthline said that brain fog is not a medical condition in itself but a symptom of other medical conditions. It is a type of cognitive dysfunction that includes: memory problems - lack of mental clarity - poor concentration. Some people also describe it as "mental fatigue." Brain fog can affect your work, school, or other daily tasks. What are its possible causes? There are several reasons why brain fog occurs: Stress: Chronic stress can increase blood pressure, weaken the immune system, trigger depression, and may also cause mental fatigue. Lack of sleep: Poor sleep may affect the quality of human brain functions, according to research conducted in 2021, so it is usually recommended to sleep daily for a period of between 8 and 9 hours. Hormonal changes: 2018 research found that hormonal changes can also cause brain fog. For example, progestero ne and estrogen levels rise during pregnancy, leading to some effect on short-term memory. Diet: Diet can also play a role in brain fog. It is known that Vitamin B12 supports healthy brain functioning, which means that a deficiency in this vitamin may affect cognitive function and cause brain fog. Medications: You should always talk to your doctor, if you notice 'mental fatigue' while taking a particular medication. Brain fog is a known side effect of some medications, such as some sleep medications and pain medications. Source: Maan News Agency

Manama, The Information and eGovernment Authority (iGA), in cooperation with primary health care centres, announced the launch of an Evening Appointment Booking service through the Sehati (My Health) application, which is available on the eGovernment Applications Store at www.bahrain.bh/apps. The extension to the appointment booking service covers General Practice at healthcare centers. Citizens and residents can now schedule evening medical appointments electronically, in addition to the existing morning appointments service. The iGA highlighted that registering for the "Choose Your Doctor programme" is a pre-requisite for benefiting from this service, which allows the public to select their designated family doctors. Users also have the flexibility to change, cancel, or reschedule their appointments. The new service is a useful addition to existing Sehati eServices, allowing for the convenient booking of appointments as well as access to appointment records at government healthcare facilities. By offerin g more services through "Sehati app," iGA demonstrates its commitment to digital transformation and accessibility. The app's user-friendly interface and transaction efficiency are major contributors to its high usage rates. The public can access appointment bookings via the standard eKey by selecting the desired option on the main page of the Sehati (My Health) application and going through the necessary steps, including entering patient data. After verifying their registration for the "Choose Your Doctor program", the application will electronically determine the affiliated health center, and users can then choose a suitable appointment time. The application offers access to a comprehensive range of services provided by various healthcare institutions in the kingdom, including recent additions such as blood donation and sports. Medical examination certificates services were introduced last year. Also included are Find a Doctor, Ask a Doctor, medication list viewing, and prescriptions home delivery service covering the Salmaniya Medical Complex (SMC) pharmacy, as well as appointment preview and booking at SMC and King Hamad University Hospital (KHUH). The application user-friendly interface and innovative design offer a seamless browsing experience. Other eServices offered by the application include requests, issuance, and replacement of birth certificates. The application provides convenient access to pharmaceutical facilities, enabling users to access information about pharmacies. Users can conveniently check their blood test and radiology results at SMC and KHUH, among other services, through the application's medical results features. Source: Bahrain News Agency

Dr. Jaleela bint Al-Sayed Jawad Hassan, Minister of Health met with Nadeem Jan, Minister of Health in Pakistan,on the sidelines of the 70th session of the WHO Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean (RC70).

Dr. Jaleela highlighted the strength of Bahraini-Pakistani cooperation in the health sector.

The meeting discussed further enhancing cooperation through exchange of expertise.

Source: Bahrain News Agency

Minister of Health Mai Alkaila today called on the international community to take urgent action to curb the Israeli occupation aggression against medical centers, ambulances and crews in the Gaza Strip. Alkaila accused the Israeli occupation in a statement of deliberately bombing hospitals and ambulances and killing and injuring crews, which she stressed is a major and clear violation of all international laws and conventions. Meanwhile, an Israeli warplane today attacked an ambulance northwest of Gaza, destroying the ambulance and wounding its crew and the patient it was transporting, said WAFA correspondent.

Source: National News Agency - Lebanon

Minister of Health Mai Alkaila today called on the international community to take urgent action to curb the Israeli occupation aggression against medical centers, ambulances and crews in the Gaza Strip. Alkaila accused the Israeli occupation in a statement of deliberately bombing hospitals and ambulances and killing and injuring crews, which she stressed is a major and clear violation of all international laws and conventions. Meanwhile, an Israeli warplane today attacked an ambulance northwest of Gaza, destroying the ambulance and wounding its crew and the patient it was transporting, said WAFA correspondent.

Source: National News Agency - Lebanon

In line with its commitment towards the health and well-being of its employees, and in conjunction with Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Aluminium Bahrain (Alba) kicked off a month-long campaign to increase awareness of the disease causes, diagnosis, and prevention through early detection.

The opening session, held on October 5 at the Company’s Oasis Hall, featured a keynote address by Ali Al Baqali, Alba CEO, and a lecture by Farah Ali, Breast Cancer Advocate, in the attendance of Alba female employees, as well as employees and their family members who attended the live broadcast of the event.

Source: Bahrain News Agency