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Clark Josh D. Wagan 2024 Feb 25
Christian Torqueza
Causes and Effects of
Malnutrition

Causes of Malnutrition Effects of Malnutrition

Insufficient nutrient intake due to
poverty, lack of access to nutritious
food, or limited dietary diversity.
Poor maternal and child care
practices, including inadequate
breastfeeding and inappropriate
complementary feeding.
Impaired physical and mental
development in children.
Increased susceptibility to
infections and diseases.
Higher risk of morbidity and
mortality.

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Breastfeeding
Tips for Successful
Benefits of Breastfeeding
Provides essential nutrients and Breastfeeding
Ensure a comfortable and relaxed
antibodies to help protect the
environment for breastfeeding.
baby against diseases and
Establish a good latch to ensure
infections.
proper milk transfer.
Promotes bonding between
Feed on demand and avoid strict
mother and baby. schedules.
Reduces the risk of certain health Stay hydrated and maintain a
conditions for both mother and healthy diet.
baby, such as obesity and certain Seek support from healthcare
types of cancer. professionals and breastfeeding
support groups.

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Common Community Health Problems

Obesity Diabetes Heart Disease

Excessive body A chronic condition A broad term that

weight that increases characterized by high includes conditions
the risk of various blood sugar levels. affecting the heart and
health problems. Can lead to blood vessels.
Can lead to heart complications such as Can lead to heart attacks,
disease, diabetes, heart disease, kidney strokes, and other
and certain types of damage, and nerve cardiovascular
cancer. damage. complications.

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Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Common Sexually Transmitted Diseases

Chlamydia: Gonorrhea: Syphilis: Symptoms

Symptoms include Symptoms include include sores, rashes,
abnormal discharge, painful urination, fever, and fatigue.
pain during urination, abnormal discharge,
and pelvic pain. and pelvic pain.

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 AIDS: Symptoms and Preventions

Signs and Symptoms Prevention Strategies

Persistent fever Practice safe sex by using condoms
Rapid weight loss Get tested regularly for HIV
Extreme fatigue Avoid sharing needles or other drug
Swollen lymph nodes paraphernalia
Recurring infections Educate yourself and others about
Night sweats HIV/AIDS
Chronic diarrhea Promote HIV/AIDS awareness and
Skin rashes prevention in the community
Memory loss
Depression

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Dengue Fever: Symptoms and Preventions
Symptoms of Dengue Fever Strategies for Prevention
High fever Eliminate standing water where
Severe headache mosquitoes breed
Pain behind the eyes Use mosquito repellent
Wear long sleeves and pants
Joint and muscle pain
Use mosquito nets
Nausea and vomiting
Keep windows and doors closed
Skin rash
Clean and cover water containers

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Other Diseases/Common Viruses
Common Cold
Viral infection of the upper
respiratory tract.
Symptoms include runny or
stuffy nose, sneezing, sore
throat, and cough.
Rest, fluids, and over-the-
counter medications can
help relieve symptoms.
Chickenpox Influenza (Flu)
Highly contagious viral Highly contagious respiratory
infection. illness caused by influenza
viruses.
Symptoms include itchy
Symptoms include fever,
rash, fever, headache, cough, sore throat, body aches,
and fatigue. and fatigue.
Vaccination is available Vaccination is recommended to
to prevent chickenpox. prevent the flu.