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Posted on: April 25, 2023April 27, 2023

Goodbye Malaria – World Malaria Day 2023

Harness innovation to reduce the malaria disease burden and save lives

WHO celebrates World Malaria Day each year on 25 April to underscore the collective energy and commitment of the global malaria community in uniting around the common goal of a world free of malaria.

Today, no single tool is available to solve the problem of malaria. Innovative new tools are vital if the world is to achieve global elimination targets, including innovations in new vector control interventions and insecticides, improved diagnostics, and more effective medicines, among other tools. Under the theme “Harness innovation to reduce the malaria disease burden and save lives”, this year’s World Malaria Day will draw attention to the critical role innovation plays in helping to achieve global elimination goals.

Since 2000, malaria cases in the Western Pacific Region have been reduced 39% from 2.8 million to 1.7 million cases. However, progress has stalled. Between 2019 and 2020, cases in the Region increased by an estimated 300 000 from 1.4 million to 1.7 million. Papua New Guinea accounted for 86% of all cases in the Region in 2020.

The six countries of the Greater Mekong subregion, including Cambodia, China (Yunnan Province), Lao People’s Democratic Republic, Myanmar, Thailand and Viet Nam continue to make progress in eliminating malaria, reporting a 97% reduction in malaria between 2000 to 2020.

Malaria achievement in the Western Pacific

China has reported zero indigenous malaria cases since 2017 and was certified malaria-free by WHO in 2021.
In 2020, Malaysia had zero cases of human malaria for the third consecutive year but reported over 2600 cases of P knowlesi (zoonotic malaria).
Two countries reported fewer than 1000 malaria cases in 2020: the Republic of Korea and Vanuatu.
Cambodia, the Lao People’s Democratic Republic, Malaysia, the Republic of Korea, Vanuatu and Viet Nam all reported zero indigenous malaria deaths in 2020

Call to Action:

Step up innovation in the fight against malaria.
Expand access to the tools we have now.
Expand the use of the first malaria vaccine, RTS,S.
Strengthen country ownership.
Ensure resilient and equitable health systems.
Tailor responses to the local setting.
Improve surveillance systems.

This information was gotten from the WHO website : https://bit.ly/3JZNZoe

Posted on: March 13, 2023April 27, 2023

Lifestyle Changes To Manage A Urinary Tract Infection (Uti)

LIFESTYLE CHANGES TO MANAGE A URINARY TRACT INFECTION (UTI)

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are very common, particularly in women. Around one in two women and one in 20 men will get a UTI in their lifetime. The urinary system is designed to minimise the risk of serious infection in the kidneys. It does this by preventing the urine from flowing back up into the kidneys from the bladder. Most urinary infections are confined to the bladder and, while causing symptoms, are not serious or life threatening.

Symptoms of UTIs

Some of the symptoms of UTIs include:

wanting to urinate more often and urgently, if only a few drops
burning pain or a ‘scalding’ sensation when urinating
a feeling that the bladder is still full after urinating
pain above the pubic bone
Cloudy, bloody or very smelly urine.

Causes of UTIs

When bacteria enter the urinary tract and multiply, they can cause a UTI. To infect the urinary system, a micro-organism usually has to enter through the urethra or, rarely, through the bloodstream. The most common bacterium to cause UTIs is Escherichia coli (E. coli). It is usually spread to the urethra from the anus. Other micro-organisms, such as mycoplasma and chlamydia, can cause urethritis in both men and women. These micro-organisms are sexually transmitted so, when these infections are detected, both partners need medical treatment to avoid re-infection.

Prevention of UTIs

Although not always backed up by clinical research, some women have found some suggestions useful in reducing their risk of developing urinary tract infections, including:

Drink plenty of water and other fluids to flush the urinary system.
Treat vaginal infections such as thrush or trichomonas quickly.
Avoid using spermicide-containing products, particularly with a diaphragm contraceptive device.
Go to the toilet as soon as you feel the urge to urinate, rather than holding on.
Wipe yourself from front to back (urethra to anus) after going to the toilet.
Empty your bladder after sex.
Avoid constipation.

Cranberries (usually as cranberry juice) have been used to prevent UTIs. Cranberries contain a substance that can prevent the E. coli bacteria from sticking to the urinary tract lining cells.

Doppelherz Urocalm: Contains Natural plant extracts, Cranberry extract rich in proanthocyanidins that prevent bacteria from sticking to the wall of the urinary tract and bladder and Dandelion extract to stimulate diuresis that helps to flush out bacteria. Doppelherz Urocalm combines the properties of cranberry and dandelion for a more efficient fight against recurrent urinary tract infections. Urocalm can be used as an adjunct with antibiotics for treating severe urinary tract infections.

Urocalm is very safe for prolong use (due to its natural source) in the treatment of urinary tract infection to prevent relapse in treatment.

Posted on: February 14, 2023April 27, 2023

Role of Omega-3 – Important for Mother and Child

Not only vitamins, minerals and trace elements are vital to our health, but also healthy fats. Fats that promote health in a special way include the polyunsaturated omega-3 fatty acids, such as eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). Good sources for these fats are sea fish, like herring, salmon and mackerel.
The fatty acid DHA plays an important role in the brain as it is significantly involved in the linking and transmitting of signals that make thought processes possible in the first place.
The unborn child in the womb already builds the omega-3 fatty acid into its brain and into the retina of its eyes. If the mother is well supplied with EPA and DHA, then so is the child, as she delivers the omega-3 fatty acids to her baby via the umbilical cord.
But what does the levels of the essential omega-3 fatty acids look like in children and adults? Unfortunately, it often does not meet the recommendations of the nutrition societies. Many people eat considerably less fish than recommended. In children and adolescents, the levels are often inadequate as well, although there are many studies stating that children, too, ought to ensure a good supply with omega-3 fatty acids.
• Taking DHA during pregnancy may reduce the risk of preterm birth
• DHA is utilized rapidly by the baby’s brain and retina during pregnancy. Omega-3 fatty acids, especially DHA, are building blocks of the baby’s brain and retina. As accumulation of DHA continues until age two, DHA intake is essential during breastfeeding and formula feeding.
• Consuming omega-3 during pregnancy may have a benefit for maternal mental well-being.
• Although many factors play a role, DHA supplementation during pregnancy may positively impact a child’s risk of Childhood obesity.
Doppelherz® aktiv Vital Pregna supplement has been formulated to assist women through their preg-nancy from the conception time until the end of the breastfeeding period. Vital Pregna brings the nutrients required for a good development of the fetus and of the baby. Doppelherz Vital Pregna is contains Omega 3 fatty acid in the for of DHA.

Posted on: February 14, 2023April 27, 2023

Care For Your Joints

As we grow older, our joint’s cartilage becomes more susceptible to wear-and-tear and body’s ability to manufacture Glucosamine reduces. Therefore Glucosamine supplementation becomes necessary for building the cartilage. The Cartilage protects the joints from rubbing against one another; when the cartilage is worn out, the joints can get inflamed, resulting in a condition called osteoarthritis. This condition affects persons mostly over the age of 55, obese people, athletes and people that over use their joints. Glucosamine and Chondroitin are synergistic natural ingredients useful for relieving osteoarthritic pain. Scientific studies have shown that Glucosamine can actually regenerate new cartilage, helping to re-establish the cushion between joints in the knees and hips. Meanwhile, the nutrient Chondroitin acts as a water magnet, helping to bring required fluids and nutrients to the cartilage. Chondroitin also helps to prevent harmful enzymes from eroding cartilage and assists Glucosamine Sulfate in the stimulation of new cartilage growth.

Glucosamine and chondroitin are substances naturally present in cartilage, collagen, bones and synovial fluid in the joints. They are rarely found in the foods we eat, as we don’t often eat cartilage or bones! In supplements, glucosamine is often sourced from crustaceans (although vegetarian sources are available), and chondroitin is usually sourced from animal cartilage. They can be found together in supplements, or on their own (primarily glucosamine), or in a combination with other joint-supporting ingredients.

Doppelherz For Joint is the ideal brand for glucosamine and chondroitin supplementation. It contains the certified recommended 1500mg Glucosamine. This product is highly recommended by Physiotherapists and Doctors in different fields. The product can be combined with anti-inflammatory drugs as suggested by your Doctor.

Goodbye Malaria – World Malaria Day 2023

Harness innovation to reduce the malaria disease burden and save lives

Malaria achievement in the Western Pacific

Call to Action:

Lifestyle Changes To Manage A Urinary Tract Infection (Uti)

Role of Omega-3 – Important for Mother and Child

Care For Your Joints

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