Friday, December 30, 2016

PLEASE HELP THIS IS NOT JUST MORNING SICKNESS




MORNING SICKNESS IS only  MORNING SICKNESS--- How many times have you heard that?  Normally,  If nausea and vomiting is to occur it normally will start in the early stages of pregnancy. For many women the symptoms of morning sickness are their first signs of pregnancy. Most pregnant women find that the morning sickness improves after the 12th week of pregnancy. Unfortunately, for some women symptoms persist throughout their pregnancy.   What causes morning sickness?   Is the question asked by many.  Doctors still aren't  exactly sure  what causes morning sickness, but the most popular theory is that morning sickness is the body's reaction to the pregnancy hormone, human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG),   info HCG human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) is a hormone produced by the embryo following implantation.[1][2] The presence of hCG is detected in pregnancy tests.   which is produced at higher levels during the first trimester than at any other time during pregnancy,
Hey it's your girl  JA Nursing here, with all the excitement  surrounding  the New Year, lets not forget  that we are in the official love zone.Within the next 7-9  months many hospitals will get a influx of gorgeous babies.  Couples have more sex when it’s chilly outside in general, says Glamour contributor Katharine O’Connell White, M.D., chief of the division of general obstetrics and gynecology at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield, Massachusetts.   My first thought,  when I hear the word pregnant, is that one not so nice component called morning Sickness.  

 The reason for this blog, is because a special lady told me her story, and I felt that it was something to discuss with you all. So let the debate begin morning sickness vs hyperemesis gravidum?  I know that symptoms can mimic each other to the point that even Doctors, think that your symptoms are of the lesser.  With any encounter in the health care system it is always important to understand  what  symptoms need to be seen before a diagnosis can me made.  So grab a pen and let's get to the point

    However their is a fine line between morning sickness and HG (hyperemesis gravidarum). Now if you are Kate Middleton, your symptoms will be investigated to the point of no return to find a explanation for your continuous vomiting. For this reason I know that it can be quite a challenge for the average Women to convince their  Doctor what they are going through is not a normal part of being preganant.
     http://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/she-said/2014/sep/27/hyperemesis-gravidarum-kate-middletons-ongoing-condition-is-much-worse-than-just-morning-sickness

     When Kate Middleton was hospitalized during her last pregnancy. It was noted that hyperemesis gravidarum (severe nausea and vomiting of pregnancy),  was the reason, which brought  attention to the fact that “morning sickness” can be a serious matter.

    Research shows that 50 to 90 percent of pregnant women experience nausea and vomiting (NVP), while approximately one percent (or 4,000) experience the more severe HG.  which is defined as persistent and excessive vomiting starting before the end of the 22nd week of pregnancy. Approximately 50% of these women require inpatient treatment  


    Navigating the health care system can be especially complicated especially when you are pregnant, you can be  overly emotional and unable to communicate the facts. Wouldn't it  be great if every one had a  Health Care advocate  like me to set the Doctors and Nurses straight? Great news I am always a phone call away. But for now, here are some simple steps to follow. If you are from a  cultural background that is prided on home remedies,  my advice is  that Morning sickness normally responds to home remedies while HG will not.

    Follow theses signs to recognize when you are not just having morning sickness. Initial signs include:

     If you can't keep fluids down, contact your doctor as soon as possible to prevent dehydration. Signs of dehydration include producing very little urine, not peeing  for eight hours, or producing very dark urine. Some of the most common symptoms of HG are:
    • vomiting more than three or four times per day.
    • becoming dehydrated.
    • feeling light-headed or dizzy.
    • losing more than 10 pounds or 5 percent of your body weight due to vomiting.
    • feeling nearly constant nausea.
     

    If your nausea interferes with your daily living, you need to seek treatment. When you have to call in sick and stay home from work; when you can’t cook because it nauseates or exhausts you; when you can’t have sex; when you can’t take care of your family, this is not normal which means it's time to get medical help.

    Try these tips:
    • Eating soda crackers 15 minutes before getting up
    • Trying foods that are thought to reduce nausea, like lemonade, ginger ale or watermelon, and avoiding spicy or greasy food
    • Eating small meals every two hours, eating when hungry and not skipping meals
    • Eating cold foods, which are thought to be easier to tolerate than hot foods
    • Drinking enough fluid every day, perhaps a small amount at a time and never during meals
    • Getting up slowly and not lying down after a meal
    • Avoiding getting too warm or being near strong odours
    • Trying complementary therapies such as ginger tea or tablets, acupuncture and acupressure

    If you enjoyed  this blog please share it with your friends.  Leave a comment !
    This has been watching out for you health with Michelle Smith your health and Social advocate.

     This year I will be doing more blogs based on your questions. Stay connected lets start the NEW YEAR  with knowledge    Find out more about How I can help   YOU

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     http://www.womenshealthmatters.ca/health-centres/health-information/resources/feature-article/morning-sickness,-or-something-more-(womens-health-matters-article) http://www.glamour.com/health-fitness/blogs/vitamin-g/2013/10/when-youre-most-likely-to-get

     http://www.todaysparent.com/pregnancy/when-its-not-just-morning-sickness/
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    Tuesday, November 22, 2016

    JOIN THE ME-TIME CHALLENGE SAY GOODBYE TO STRESS
























    Hello,  it's your Girl JA Nursing here, Shake what your mama gave you it's a new day. Especially with all the disturbing news over the past couple of days,  I wanted to  check in with you.  I just came back from vacation but I came back to a lot of new changes in my life and a shortfall in my passion. So I thought to get back at it again with this blog.  Forgive me for my selfishness, but me time has to be started asap. I find that I spend so much time on others that I literally forget  about myself, even my vacation was focused on others and then I got sick while in Jamaica.  I don't know about you but by  Wednesday  my body screams  for me time. It's time to rediscover  alone time without feeling guilty; not only does alone time help you get in touch with your mental wellness but it is a true way of rebuilding on your thoughts.


     Without me time, you are setting yourself up for a prescription called stress. We all know that stress  can  take a toll on your  mind, body, and soul; to further highlight this fact, here are some rules to me time that if not followed you may experience these physical and mental signs, that  will let you know that it's  time for   ME TIME. 

    Me time=  time spent relaxing on one's own as opposed to working or doing things for others, seen as an opportunity to reduce stress or restore energy.



    Here are some #metime rules to follow: I know it may seem  hard especially with the kids being home from school.  but start with even 15 minutes a day, inform your children that "Mommy is going to take me time now. Just like any other relationship, it is important to set boundaries. Your children need to know that even though Mommy looks like "SuperWomen" she is not. 
    I used to tell my kids with that stern Jamaican accent "It's My time Now"  and eventually they understood that it was better for Mommy to take a break then be flustered all day long. Remember children develop intuition very early, Both of my children always knew when something was wrong and would just come to me, and look  into my eyes.  So don't feel bad about explaining to your children that Mommy needs time alone.  You may think that this may be interpreted as rejection,  But the truth of the matter is, that we need to establish communicating about our feelings with our children sooner rather than later. This also aids in helping children to  grow up  with the understanding that everyone has feelings. It really is the start to good relationship building and communication with your child.   If you have more than one child eventually,  your older child will start  advocating for  you  by saying "leave Mommy alone she's taking me time now. LOL
    Finding time for yourself is an essential  for creating healthy habits. By Taking charge of your health and happiness, you will lower your stress, become more productive, and have more energy.
    Do things that feed you mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. You’ll become a better parent, spouse, and a more effective team player at work. Remember Don't use your me time to start folding laundry, cleaning up the house or picking up the toys left on the floor. It may seem uncomfortable like your missing out on something that needs to be done, It may even seem more stressful at first to leave things undone, but you'll have more energy if you take a little time off. Giving yourself permission to slow down and relax for a few moments a day, or a few hours each week, will help you gain a fresh outlook and a renewed sense of perspective. So try  these 10 Ideas for Mom’s Daily “Me” Time.


    1. Go to the movies/ Catch up on a favorite show
    2. Write something. Poetry, a letter, a short story, a journal, or blog entry.-- writing blogs calms me down
    3. Dance  I do this every day at 1200 if I'm off work to my favorite station g98.7fm
    4. Take a bubble bath with soft music, candles, and a glass of ice-cold sparkling cider in your best crystal flute.
    5. Take a walk  Now my favorite thing to do 
    6. Window shop 
    7. Treat yourself to lunch. My favorite to do 
    8. Take a nap. A real nap…flopping down on the couch doesn’t count! Get in bed, under the covers.
    9. Buy some pretty underwear…the kind that doesn’t come in a 3-pack.
    10. Catch up on your reading
    Your body is your temple and if you are  are experiencing these signs your body is screaming for #metime  or a visit to the Dr's never ignore  the signs or  symptoms that your body is telling you

    • Headaches
    • Dizziness
    • Sore neck or muscles
    • Chest pain
    • Physical or mental fatigue
    • Irritability
    • Feeling overwhelmed
    • Trouble falling asleep or staying asleep
    • Waking up too early
    • A change in appetite, either eating too much or too little
    • Difficulty concentrating
    • Difficulty problem-solving
    • Finding it hard to think clearly
    Also, remember that the following health conditions can also  worsen if you do not choose to take control of your  health  with proper  stress management 
    • obesity
    • heart disease
    • Alzheimer's disease
    • diabetes
    •  depression
    • gastrointestinal problems
    • asthma

    I look forward to hearing from you regarding ways in which you have decided to take charge of your Me time. 
    This has been watching out for your health with Michelle Smith your Health And Social Advocate stay connected  If you are concerned about your health then take advantage of our ASK THE EXPERT  platform. Your opportunity to get professional advice regarding what you can do to be at your best health 


    Find out what other entrepreneurs  are saying about how they find ME TIME at an event called  Entrepreneurs On the rise.   Your Homework is to figure out which day you will take for Your #MeTime even if it's for 15 minutes. 

     This week tag your photo to my social media and let me see how you are spending your me time.





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    Friday, September 23, 2016

    Should We Be Giving Boys The HPV vaccine too? Learn about Ontario's HPV Immunization Program

    Originally posted April 14 2015
    Revised September 23, 2016


      Hey, it's your Girl JA Nursing here. Hope all is well ?  just a reminder  that the aim of this Blog is to educate my listeners and readers on an urban platform the goal is to continue to increase the health and social literacy of my readers.

    last year we  covered on ReggaeTown Radio.......

     The Measles outbreak, Parents were worried about its spread and immunization routine for prevention. Measles started to crop up across Canada in February 2015. The first cases to appear were in Toronto and were followed by cases in the Niagara region, the Lanaudiere region of Quebec, and later, in Winnipeg. Below you will find the expected immunization routine. It is very important to have your child immunized within the required time period. 

     Again in the news  Yesterday 04/12/15 on G98.7's Grapevine  one of the topics discussed was regarding revoking social assistance to those who did not immunize their children. Do You Agree with that?

     Sydney (dpa) - Australians who refuse to vaccinate their children will no longer receive child care subsidies and family tax benefits, Prime Minister Tony Abbott announced Sunday.

     Wow, that is quite  drastic, but immunization is  a method that helps in reducing future costs  to any health care system.   Today on Global News topic of discussion again Immunization for  boys. 

    This blog will address vaccination and it's importance.

    NEWS ALERT with headlines reading

    Ontario expanding HPV vaccination program to include boys

        Toronto has finally agreed to issue the HPV vaccine to boys This has been my thought for years especially since I have worked in Oncology for years (Cancer Floor) the effects of HPV are real. Especially since Boys can pass on HPV as well.  Have your say leave a comment below

    My Story:  In 2006 my daughter Jessica was in  grade 7,  Her  class was the first group of students being introduced the new HPV vaccine. For the record, I did not make her take it because at that time I didn't  know enough about this new vaccine so to my ignorance I didn't research the situation enough. Now 9 years later do I agree with the vaccine. My answer is Yes.  With all the research that has now been provided to prove that the vaccine  does, in fact, help with the prevention of Cervical Cancer along with other health related problems. I felt it necessary to explain this topic in depth to you all.

    Please note that it is cited that  The best time to vaccinate against HPV Providing the HPV vaccine in Grade 7 (when youth are normally 12, going on 13 years of age) aligns with expert recommendations from Canada's National Advisory Committee on Immunization because this is the age when the benefits of the vaccine are maximized.

    A look back on my past thoughts!

    Currently, the topic is should boys be given the vaccine as well? Well since there are several forms of  HPV otherwise known as   Human Papillomavirus , the intention to introduce the vaccine as early as grade 8 was to ensure its  introduction prior to children being sexually active. Great point. But in the  scenario, one would wonder what  would happen to my Son.   How is he protected? The suggestion which I agree with would mean that the government   would pay for boys to be vaccinated, which would help to decrease  the future costs of throat cancer related to HPV virus. So let's truly take this into consideration Alberta and Prince Edward Island also covers the costs for boys  and Nova Scotia plans to add HPV vaccines for boys in Grade 7 this fall. Should we rally for the same?

     

     Did you know that while HPV is typically considered a factor in women’s cervical cancer, men are also at risk for penile, anal, head, neck and throat cancers?

     The vaccine provides protection against four types of the common Human Papillomavirus, some of which are responsible for 70 percent of cervical cancer, according to Health Canada.


    The virus also can cause other genital cancers and genital warts in both females and males.
    Pharmacist Samy Mak told Humber News the vaccine is very important for young adults.

    •  HPV is the most common sexually transmitted infection
    • HPV is so common that nearly all sexually-active men and women get it at some point in their lives. 
    • There are many different types of HPV. Some types can cause health problems including genital warts and cancers. But there are vaccines that can stop these health problems from happening.

    How is HPV spread?

    You can get HPV by having
    • vaginal, 
    • anal,
    • oral sex with someone who has the virus. 
    • It is most commonly spread during vaginal or anal sex. 
    • HPV can be passed even when an infected person has no signs or symptoms.
    • Anyone who is sexually active can get HPV, even if you have had sex with only one person. You also can develop symptoms years after you have sex with someone who is infected making it hard to know when you first became infected.
       How can I avoid HPV and the health problems it can cause?You can do several things to lower your chances of getting HPV
    •   Get vaccinated. HPV vaccines are safe and effective. They can protect males and females against diseases (including cancers)

    • Get screened for cervical cancer. Routine screening for women aged 21 to 65 years old can prevent cervical cancer.
     
     Knowledge is Power
    • Use latex condoms the right way every time you have sex. This can lower your chances of getting HPV. But HPV can infect areas that are not covered by a condom - so condoms may not give full protection against getting HPV
    • Be in a mutually monogamous relationship – or have sex only with someone who only has sex with you.    Remember  Prevention  Is Better then Cure



    Remember There is no treatment for the virus itself. However, there are treatments for the health problems that HPV can cause:
    1. Genital warts can be treated by you or your physician. If left untreated, genital warts may go away, stay the same, or grow in size or number.
    2. Cervical precancer can be treated. Women who get routine Pap tests and follow up as needed can identify problems before cancer develops. Prevention is always better than treatment. For more information visit 
    3. Other HPV-related cancers are also more treatable when diagnosed and treated early. 

    Here is the vaccination schedule if you haven't followed this with your child please look into getting it done.

    Vaccination is the most effective way to protect us from infectious diseases (PDF). Giving infants more than one vaccine at a time protects them when they are most vulnerable to infection and disease.

    AgeVaccine
    2 months, your child needs three vaccines:
    two needles and one by oral drops
    • Pneumococcal disease (Pneu-C- 13)
    • Rotavirus (oral drops)
    • Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis (Whooping Cough), Polio, Haemophilus B (Hib) (DTap-IPV-Hib)
    4 months, your child needs three vaccines:
    two needles and one by oral drops
    • Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis (Whooping Cough), Polio, Haemophilus B (Hib) (DTap-IPV-Hib)
    • Pneumococcal disease (Pneu-C- 13)
    • Rotavirus (oral drops)
    6 months, your child needs one needle
    • Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis (Whooping Cough), Polio, Haemophilus B (Hib) (DTap-IPV-Hib)
    12 months, your child needs three needles
    • Meningococcal Conjugate, Type C Vaccine
    • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR)
    • Pneumococcal disease (Pneu-C- 13)
    15 months, your child needs one needle
    • Chickenpox
    18 months, your child needs one needle
    • Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis (Whooping Cough), Polio, Haemophilus B (Hib) (DTap-IPV-Hib)
    4 to 6 years, your child needs two needles
    • Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Chickenpox (MMRV)
    • Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis (Whooping Cough), Polio (Tdap-IPV)
    Grade 7 students In Ontario, Health units are funded to provide vaccines in schools
    • Hepatitis B vaccine (series of 2 doses)
    • Meningococcal (Men ACYW-135) Conjugate Vaccine
    Grade 8 girls In Ontario, Health units are funded to provide vaccines in schools
    • Human Papillomavirus (HPV) (series of 3 doses)
    For girls who did not receive or complete the three-dose HPV series in Grade 8 may receive it at a community clinic.
    14 to 16 years old, your child needs a booster
    • Diphtheria, Tetanus and Pertussis (Whooping Cough) (Tdap)
    Every autumn (6 months of age and older)
    • Influenza






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