"Health is Wealth"

In the previous Episode we talked about stroke and it causes, in this episode we discussed about the possible interventions. The conversation made us reflect on where we are now when we look at the Kenyan health system. Building a stroke unit, having manpower to detect the disease and also having ambulances to be able to transport the patients were the main points. Rehabilitation after acute treatment is very important. Dr. Otieno had to get a new name Mr. BEFAST.

Tune in on this powerful podcast and send us your views on this topic and what we can do to make changes.

A stroke is a medical disorder in which the blood flow to the brain is interrupted or diminished, resulting in the death of brain cells. Strokes are classified into two types: ischemic (caused by a blood clot) and hemorrhagic (caused by a raptured vessel).High blood pressure, smoking, diabetes and obesity are all common risk factors. Symptoms include one sided weakness or numbness, trouble speaking, headache, dizziness and vision issues. It is crucial to get medical assistance right away. Medication, surgery, rehabilitation therapy and lifestyle modifications are among the treatment options. Adopting a healthy lifestyle and managing risk factors are two components of prevention. Join us as with Dr. Otieno we chat about this illness and the BEFAST

Erb'sPalsyisaconditionthatcomeswithdifficulties,butyoucangetoverthemifyou arepersistentanduseyourtherapy options. ThegoalofErb'sPalsytherapyistoincreasetheaffectedarm'sstrength,independence,andmovement.Yourindividualrequirementsaretakenintoaccountduringtherapysessions,whichalsoofferdirection,support,andencouragement. Gainingcontroloveryourarmanddoing tasksthatwerepreviouslychallengingorimpossibleareresultsoftherapeuticprogress. Buildingconfidenceandapositiveoutlookarealsoimportantgoalsoftherapyin additiontophysicalimprovement. Accepttherapyasachanceforpersonaldevelopmentandchange.YourabilitytoovercomeErb'sPalsywillbefueledbyyourtenacityandperseverance.

Erb's palsy and brachial plexus are closely related conditions.In this Episode we talk about Erb's palsy which is a type of brachial plexus that affects the upper nerves of the brachial plexus specifically the C5 and C6 nerve roots.

The brachial plexus is a network of nerves that originates from the spinal cord in the neck and supplies the muscles and sensation to the shoulder, arm, and hand.

During chirld birth if there is excessive strecching or tearing of the brachial plexus nerve it can result to erb's palsy.This can occur when there is excessive traction on the babys head or neck during prolonged delivery, difficult delivery such as shoulder dystocia.

The symptoms may include weakness or paralysis of the affected arm, limited range of motion and loss of sensation.

Treatment for erb's palsy my involve occupational therapy,physical therapy and in some cases surgery to repair the dameged nerves.

The main aim of the therayp is to improve the mobility in the affected arm.

My guest Adhiambo Opondo took us through her personal expirience through her daughter and the healing process through this trauma.She explains the importance of having support from your partner and family during pregnancy and even after birth.

Terminologies :

brachial plexus- Network of nerves that stamms from the spinal cod in the neck

Nerves - Bundles of fibres carrying messages to and from the brain

Supination-the act of turning the palms of the hands or soles of the feet upward

Apgar score is a rapid assessment tool that can be used to evaluate the health status of a newborn immediately after birth. It assesses five criteria: Appearance, Pulse, Facial Expression, Activity and Respiration, with a maximum score of 10. Based on the score, medical staff can determine if immediate medical intervention is needed for the baby.

Overall thinking of your relationship with the sun can help you priotize your health and understand the environment.On this Episode I answered two important questions from health is wealth podcast listeners on wether one is supposed to supplement vitamin d while living on the tropical regions and the risk of sun exposure

In this Episode we expanded the child defilement topic trying to figure out what happens on the perpetrators mind.We also discussed on how to recognize a child that got abused and ways you as a witness can help.

Suprisingly in most child defilement cases  children knows the offenders,they  are either close relatives or friends well known to their families.The trauma that the children go through has a huge impact in their adulthood.

Join us as with Pyshologist Elsy Mwanga as we discuss deeper into this subject

In this Episode Samuel Luchemo gives a variety of option on how to keep and guard your mind with positivity.When we learn to accept who we are, we will be less surprised about what other people think of us, how you handle yourself in different settings determines how you will deal with other people around you.

Surgeon General C. Everett Koop once said, “Drugs don't work if patients don't take them".

I was humbled to host Dr.Martin Jakob, a Physician at Schwetzingen Intensive Care Unit Department.

In our discussion, it was noted that the more the  patient is involved in their therapy plan, the better the outcome in the long run.

Here are some major factors that affect adherence to therapy:

1.Health System (this can apply to medication costs.)

2.Health workers (who have a complex day and less time.) 

3.Patients knowledge. (eg. Differentiating Akut and Chronic illness).

What you do after your new diagnosis determines the therapy results.

We have to be deliberate about everything we put out there, our words, actions, because we might never Know how all this affects the people we engage.Listen to Sheryl carefully and let's not hurt people in future!