WHAT TO PACK IN YOUR EMERGENCY HEALTH KIT

WHAT TO PACK IN YOUR

EMERGENCY HEALTH KIT

A health kit should be a home staple, since you never know when illness or accidents may strike. “ It’s very important to have your own first aid kit because when medical emergencies be happen, you can immediately give initial treatment to remedy the problem and prevent to minimize its complications.” 

1. PARACETAMOL

Also known as over-the-counter acetaminophem, this all-around painkiller can nip that killer headache , dysmenorrheal cramps, toothache, and fever in the bud. It’s kid-friendly, too, so it’s safe for your li’l bro or sis to taken in safe dosages.

2. IBUPROFEN

Just like paracetamol, ibuprofen is an OTC drug that serves as a painkiller. The defference is that ibuprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) Which means it can also used for joint pains caused by inflammation.

3. ANTACID

If you feel a bit of discomfort in your stomach – plus a lot of belching , nausea , and farting ( ewww, we know) – hyperacidity may be the culprit , and popping an antacid may help ease your tummy troubles.

4. ANTIHISTAMINE

 These meds block allergens ( which cause you to sneeze uncontrollably or develop a skin rash) from acting on your tissues, and provide temporary relief.

5. LOPERAMIDE 

Tummy having the runs? Loperamide is your best bet to control diarrhea--- especially if the nearest loo is way too far!

6. ANALGESIC BALM OR SPRAY

To temporarily clear a stuffy nose, sniff a whiff of analgesic balm—like this herbal-based one, which contains menthol crystals, camphor , eucalyptus , and lavender oils.

7. HYDROGEN PEROXIDE

In safe amounts, hydrogen peroxide can be used either as a disinfectant or antiseptic. For minor cuts and wounds , pour a small amount on a control ball and apply to the wound to clean it up before bandaging.

8. MEDICAL ADHESIVE TAPE

9. COTTON BALLS/ COTTON BUDS

10.ELASTIC BANDAGE, BAND AIDS

11.TWEEZERS AND SCISSORS

12.ETHYL OR ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL

13. THERMOMETER

14.COLD PACKS

FIRST AID FOR COMMON EMERGENCIES

Know these common first aid moves. Who knows? You might just save a life next time.

TREATING BURNS!!!

If the burn is minor, run cool water over the area and dress up with sterile bandage to protect it from friction. Major burns require professional help , but don’t touch clothing that has stuck to skin, and check for signs of breathing.

FIRST AID FOR FAINTING!!!

Let the victim lie on her back and elevate feet higher than heart level to get blood flowing to the head. Loosen clothing especially belts and collars, and check if pulse and breathing are strong and regular. Call for help ASAP!.

CONTROLLING BLEEDING!!!

Immediately lay the person down, and try to elevate the wound above heart level, if possible. Apply direct pressure on the wound by pressing a clean, folded cloth over it. If bleeding isn’t reduced, tie an elastic bandage as tourniquet directly above the wound to control blood flow.

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Ψ First Aid

Ψ FIRST AID

Helping Survivors in the Immediate Aftermath of Disaster!!!

In connection with this is to provide a well cared information and Fully first aid to those affected with Psychological Needs. In-lined with this is to promote a Social Recreation Program  needs to all Survivors who Immediate aftermath with Disaster, as well as the non-affected persons.

Developed jointly with the PHILIPPINE MENTAL HEALTH 

ASSOCIATION, Davao Chapter , PFA is an evidence-

informed modular 

approach for assisting people in the immediate aftermath 

of disaster and terrorism: to reduce initial distress, and to 

foster short and long-term adaptive functioning.

A full-scale public response to disasters must attend to both 

the physical and mental health needs of affected groups.

DO !!!

Promote Safety :

Ψ: Help people meet basic needs for foods & , and obtain emergency medical attention.            

Ψ: Provide repeated , simple and accurate information on how to obtain these.  

Promote Calm :

Ψ: listen to people who wish to share their stories and emotions and remember there  is no 

        wrong or  right way to feel .

Ψ: Be friendly and compassionate even if the people are being difficult.

Ψ: Offer accurate information about the disaster or trauma, and the relief effort underway to  

           help victims understand the situation.

Promote Connectedness :

Ψ: Help people contact friends or loved ones.

Ψ: Keep families together. Keep children with parents or other close relatives whenever 

          possible.

Ψ: Give practical suggestion that steer people towards helping themselves.

Ψ: Engage people in meeting their own needs.

Promote Hope :   

Ψ: Find out the types and locations of government and non-government services and direct people to those services that are available.

Ψ: Remind people ( if you know) that more help and services are on the way when they express fear or worry.

DON'T !!!

∆ Force people to share their stories with you, especially very personal details ( this may

      decrease calmness in people who are not ready to share their experiences).

∆ Give simple reassurances like " everything will be Ok" or " At least you survived "

   (Statements like these tend to diminish calmness).

∆ Tell people why you think they should be feeling, thinking or doing now or how they should

      have acted earlier ( this decrease self-efficacy ).

∆ Tell people why you think they have suffered by alluding to personal behaviors or belief 

      of victims ( this also decrease self-efficacy ).

∆ Make promises that may not be kept ( un-kept promises decrease hope) 

Ψ First Aid 

• This Describes an evidence- based approach for helping survivors cope in the immediate aftermath of a disaster known as Psychological First Aid, and explains how to administer it.
• 
  
• Psychological First Aid, Aims to mollify the painful range of emotions and physical responses experience by people exposed to disaster.

• These reactions include combinations of confusion, fear , physical pain, anxiety , anger , shame , shaken religious faith , and loss of confidence in self  or others. 
• Psychological First Aid can help alleviate these painful emotions and reduce further harm that can result from initial reactions to disasters. 

     

   

          These Primary object of Psychological First Aid is to

      create sustain an environmental of: 

   

     1. SAFETY

     

     2. Calm

     3. CONNECTEDNESS TO OTHERS

     4. SELF-EFFICACY OR EMPOWERMENT 

     5. HOPE

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Stop Carbs. Make Diet Craze This Year!!!

Stop Carbs. Make Diet Craze This Year!!!

Stop Carbo!!!

Watch what you eat can get crazy.
Here's the skinny on those popular weight-loss programs!




So you’ve decided to reduce the carbohydrate in your diet. Now what? It’s time to think ahead a bit so you can have your best chance of success.


THE SOUTH BEACH DIET

The South Beach Diet  (SBD) is originally designed for patients with Heart Disease. But because it promote weight loss, SBD became a popular diet. Compared to Atkins, SBD is a little complicated . It has a daily meal program that should be followed . It allows some carbohydrates , fats and sweets depending on it's kind ( labeled as 'good ' or bad ) .

HOW TO : SBD has three phases . A drastic change in a dieters eating habit will be on the first two weeks, the phases  1. In this phase , only lean cuts  of meat , low-fat and non-fat milk and cheeses, vegetables , unsweetened or artificially sweetened desserts are allowed. No fruits , juices , bread , pasta, rice, corn, carrots, potatoes, processed foods, sausages, poultry, hotdog , pastries , ice cream , etc.. In phase 2, fruits and " good carbs " like rice and cereals are reintroduced. In phase 3, the ideal weight should be achieved or at least close to it.

PROS : There is no calorie counting and food portion consideration as long as you stick to the program indicated in the book. There's no skipping of meals in the program ; you must have the daily breakfast , lunch , AM and PM snacks and dinner. Many confirm it's effectivity in losing weight.

CONS : Again, It's a major change in eating habit. You must have a copy of the book to thoroughly understand SBD. Some of the ingredients in the meals are not readily available in the market.  However, there are restaurants that deliver SBD meals at your doorstep for $5.10-$7.00 per day, quite costly!




THE ATKINS DIET

The Atkins Claims that people on the high-protein, high-fat, low carbohydrate diet lose twice as much weight    over six months . However , There are also some alarming studies saying high protein diets like atkins can lead to acidic urine ,which diminishes calcium from the body that may later increase rick for osteoporosis and kidney stones.

HOW TO: In the first two weeks , only up to 20 grams of carbohydrates are allowed per day.In this period, milk, milk products, fruits, cereals, breads, grains, legumes, potatoes, peas, corn, carrots, chips, cakes , candies, crackers are not allowed. However, there's no limit on the grams of carbohydrates to the diet are allowed weekly until desired weight is archieved. In the " maintenance phase " dieters must not go beyond  more than 40 to 90 grams of carbohydrates.

PROS : You lose weight quickly and the diet is easy to follow, just take note of the " restricted " foods. Studies from the New England Journal of Medicine and Annals of internal Medicine reported that atkins improves cases of heart disease. ( But other studies have claimed otherwise )

CONS : The amount of carbohydrates intake allowed in the diet even at the maintenance phase is too little as to what nutritionist define in the recommended daily allowance (RDA). Restricting carbohydrates mean eating low-fiber foods, which can cause constipation. Being on the diet for too long and processing all that fat may severely damage your kidneys. ( We knew eating all that fat had a catch. )

THE AFTER-SIX

There is no formal study or a single expert behind this form of ' diet ". Actually, it's more of fasting than dieting. After-six works in trimming down excess weight for a logical reason: since there are lesser activities at night , the body slows down metabolism and restricting calorie intake causes weight loss. Fasting at night means the digestive system will just have to digest the residual " unprocessed " ones from the earlier meals.

HOW TO : The concepts is very simple ---no eating when the clock strikes 6 PM. This means saying goodbye to late dinner and the occasional midnight snack. Only Water and fruits juices are allowed for intake of six.

PROS : After a week or two , weight loss can be observed. This is so because after-six prevents excess calorie build-up at night where there is not much activity.

CONS : It's a drastic change in your eating habit---skipping or having early dinner. Starvation is one big problem . And if you have a lot of things to do at night like studying for an exam, after six is not for you since your brain needs energy to absorb what you're studying.

Despite all the hype these fad diets are getting, experts will say that nothing can replace a balance diet. " there are different dietary needs depending on age , gender , occupation and lifestyle. Athletes and students with active lifestyles for example, have a greater nutritional need. " Nutritionist  and dieticians are not into fad diets. Instead they note four keys to achieve a healthy lifestyle : variety of foods, balanced diet , eating by moderation , and enough exercise to burn excess fats. 


Thinking of taking on a diet, be sure to do the following first:

1) RESEARCH. There are a lot of websites in all types of diets, make sure to read up the case studies and what dietary say. Read Books and Magazines.

2) TELL YOUR PARENTS. Get as much support as possible . This will be a great help.

3) CONSULT A NUTRITIONIST. Ask a nutritionist if you really need to diet or if the diet you are planning to try suits your lifestyle. Nutritionists may have a better dietary plan that is better for you than the diet that worked for your friend.

4)CONSULT A DOCTOR. Have a check up if the diet will be safe for your body.



   SIMPLE & HEALTHY DIETARY RECIPE:

       Vegetable salad with rye bread cubes

Ingredients:
                     - 2 slices of rye bread
                     - 10 g. oil
                     - 150 g. radish
                     - 60 g. boiled beetroot 
                     - 20 g. green onions
                     - 50 g. sour cream
                     - Lettuce and salt to taste  





Directions:

1. Cut bread in small cube shapes, add salt and fry cubes in oil.

2. Clean the radish and beetroot. Cut them both and place over the lettuce. Add sour cream and garnish with greens. Put bread cubes all around.






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