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Yarmah Foundation for Health and Development

31/08/2026

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👐🦠 TOPIC: HAND HYGIENE — A SIMPLE HABIT THAT SAVES LIVES

Did you know that your hands can carry thousands of germs that can spread infections from one person to another?

Proper hand hygiene is one of the easiest and most effective ways to prevent diseases such as diarrhea, respiratory infections, cholera, and other communicable illnesses.

🚨 WHEN SHOULD YOU WASH YOUR HANDS?

🧼 Before preparing or eating food
🚽 After using the toilet
👶 After cleaning a child or changing diapers
🤧 After coughing, sneezing, or blowing your nose
🏥 Before and after caring for someone who is sick
🐔 After touching animals or dirty surfaces

🛡️ THE RIGHT WAY TO WASH YOUR HANDS

💧 Wet your hands with clean water.
🧼 Apply soap and rub all parts of your hands.
⏰ Scrub for at least 20 seconds.
🚿 Rinse with clean running water.
🧻 Dry your hands using a clean towel or air dry.

👨‍👩‍👧 WHY DOES HAND HYGIENE MATTER?

Good handwashing helps:

✅ Prevent the spread of germs
✅ Protect children from infections
✅ Keep families healthier
✅ Reduce sickness in communities

💡 YFHD HEALTH TIP:
Clean hands are not just about personal hygiene—they are a powerful tool for protecting your family and community.

💬 QUESTION OF THE MORNING:
Does your home always have soap available for handwashing?

❤️ YES | 👍 SOMETIMES | 😮 NO

👇 Tell us in the comments!

📢 LIKE • COMMENT • SHARE — A small hygiene habit can make a big health difference.

Your Health, Our Priority.

30/08/2026

🚰🦠 TOPIC: SAFE DRINKING WATER — WHY EVERY DROP MATTERS

Water is essential for life, but unsafe water can carry germs that cause serious illnesses, especially among children.

Clean and safe drinking water helps protect families from diseases such as diarrhea, cholera, typhoid fever, and other waterborne infections.

🚨 SIGNS THAT YOUR WATER MAY NOT BE SAFE

🌫️ Cloudy or dirty-looking water
👃 Unusual smell or taste
🏞️ Water collected from unsafe sources
🚰 Water stored in dirty containers
🪣 Containers left uncovered

🛡️ HOW CAN YOU MAKE WATER SAFER?

💧 Boil water when safety is uncertain.
🧴 Use approved water treatment methods when available.
🫙 Store drinking water in clean, covered containers.
🧼 Wash hands before collecting or handling water.
🚫 Avoid mixing clean water with dirty containers or utensils.

👶 WHY DOES SAFE WATER MATTER?

Unsafe water can lead to:

🤢 Diarrhea and dehydration
🦠 Spread of infections
👧 Poor growth and nutrition problems in children
🏥 Increased illness in communities

💡 YFHD HEALTH TIP:
Clean water is not a luxury—it is a basic need. Protect your family by making every drop safe before drinking.

💬 QUESTION OF THE MORNING:
What method does your household use to make drinking water safe?

❤️ Boiling
👍 Water treatment
😮 We don't treat our water

👇 Tell us in the comments!

📢 LIKE • COMMENT • SHARE — Safe water education can help prevent illness and save lives.

Your Health, Our Priority.

29/08/2026

Water 💦💦 is LIFE 🧬.

Drink 🍷 it today or your body will SUE 😃 you tomorrow 😃😃.

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29/08/2026

😂🏥 Be honest! Are you one of those people who only want to see a hospital when the situation becomes serious? 😭🤣

Don’t wait until sickness forces you—early check-ups and timely care can save lives. ❤️🩺

👇 Tell us the truth: 😂 I fear hospitals
👍 I visit when needed

Yarmah Foundation for Health and Development (YFHD)
Promoting Health. Educating Communities. Inspiring Change.

29/08/2026

I think 🤔🤔 technology like this should be introduced in our communities to encourage better sleep habits — because quality sleep is an important part of a healthy lifestyle.

Adults and children need adequate rest to support brain function, immunity, mood, and overall well-being. 🧠❤️

But some of us may need this technology urgently to help us achieve that healthy sleep balance! 😆🤪😆

Disclaimer: YFHD does not own the copyright to this video. Credit goes to the original producer: Kris Theorin. 📹

— Yarmah Foundation for Health and Development (YFHD)

28/08/2026

🤱🩺 TOPIC: PLACENTA PREVIA — WHEN THE PLACENTA BLOCKS THE BABY’S PATH

During pregnancy, the placenta plays an important role by providing oxygen and nutrients to the baby.

Placenta previa occurs when the placenta attaches low in the uterus and may partially or completely cover the opening of the cervix (the baby’s passage for delivery).

🚨 WARNING SIGNS TO WATCH FOR

🩸 Painless va**nal bleeding during pregnancy (especially in the second or third trimester)
🩸 Bleeding that may start suddenly and stop or return
😟 Feeling worried or weak because of blood loss

⚠️ Important: Any bleeding during pregnancy should be assessed by a healthcare professional.

🔍 WHO MAY HAVE HIGHER RISK?

🤰 Previous placenta previa
🩺 Previous cesarean section or uterine surgery
👶 Multiple pregnancies (such as twins)
🎂 Older maternal age
🚬 Smoking during pregnancy

🛡️ WHAT SHOULD PREGNANT WOMEN DO?

🤰 Attend regular antenatal care visits.
🩺 Report any va**nal bleeding immediately.
🚫 Avoid self-medication or ignoring warning signs.
🏥 Follow the advice of your healthcare provider regarding delivery planning.

👶 WHY DOES IT MATTER?

If not properly monitored, placenta previa can increase risks of:

⚠️ Heavy bleeding in the mother
⚠️ Preterm birth
⚠️ Need for specialized delivery care

💡 YFHD HEALTH TIP:
Bleeding during pregnancy is never something to ignore. Early assessment and proper care can protect both mother and baby. 💙💚

💬 QUESTION OF THE AFTERNOON:
Do you know that va**nal bleeding during pregnancy requires medical attention?

❤️ YES | 👍 NO | 😮 I LEARNED TODAY

👇 Share your thoughts in the comments!

📢 LIKE • COMMENT • SHARE — This information may help a pregnant woman recognize a danger sign early.

Your Health, Our Priority.

28/08/2026

🤱🩺 TOPIC: GESTATIONAL DIABETES — WHEN DIABETES STARTS DURING PREGNANCY

Pregnancy brings many changes to a woman’s body. Sometimes, these changes can affect how the body controls blood sugar.

Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a type of diabetes that develops during pregnancy, usually detected through screening tests. With proper care, many women with gestational diabetes can have healthy pregnancies and healthy babies.

🚨 WHO MAY BE AT HIGHER RISK?

🤰 Overweight or obesity before pregnancy
👪 Family history of diabetes
🩺 Previous history of gestational diabetes
👶 Previous baby with high birth weight
🎂 Older maternal age

⚠️ POSSIBLE SIGNS (OFTEN THERE MAY BE NO SYMPTOMS)

💧 Increased thirst
🚽 Frequent urination
😴 Unusual tiredness
👀 Blurred vision

(Many pregnant women feel normal, which is why screening is important.)

🛡️ HOW CAN PREGNANT WOMEN PROTECT THEMSELVES?

🤰 Attend antenatal care regularly.
🩸 Get blood sugar checked when recommended.
🥗 Eat a balanced diet as advised by healthcare providers.
🏃 Stay physically active if approved during pregnancy.
💊 Take prescribed treatment as directed.

👶 WHY DOES IT MATTER?

Uncontrolled gestational diabetes can increase risks for both mother and baby, including:

⚠️ High birth weight
⚠️ Difficult delivery
⚠️ Pregnancy complications
⚠️ Increased future risk of type 2 diabetes

💡 YFHD HEALTH TIP:
Feeling healthy during pregnancy does not always mean everything is normal. Antenatal visits and proper screening help protect both mother and baby.

💬 QUESTION OF THE MORNING:
Did you know diabetes can develop for the first time during pregnancy?

❤️ YES | 👍 NO | 😮 I LEARNED TODAY

👇 Share your thoughts in the comments!

📢 LIKE • COMMENT • SHARE — Your awareness can help protect a mother and her baby.

Your Health, Our Priority.

27/08/2026

🤰🩺 TOPIC: PREECLAMPSIA — HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE IN PREGNANCY THAT SHOULD NOT BE IGNORED

Pregnancy is a special journey, but some conditions can become dangerous if not detected early.

Preeclampsia is a pregnancy complication characterized by high blood pressure after 20 weeks of pregnancy, often with signs that other organs, especially the kidneys, may be affected.

Early recognition and proper medical care can help protect both the mother and baby.

🚨 WARNING SIGNS TO WATCH FOR

💥 Severe headache that does not go away
👀 Blurred vision, flashing lights, or vision changes
😣 Severe pain in the upper abdomen (especially right side)
🤢 Nausea or vomiting that feels unusual
🦶 Sudden swelling of the face, hands, or feet
⚖️ Sudden rapid weight gain
💓 High blood pressure readings

🔍 WHY IS ANTENATAL CARE IMPORTANT?

🩺 Blood pressure checks can detect problems early.
🧪 Urine tests can help identify warning signs.
👩‍⚕️ Healthcare providers can monitor the health of both mother and baby.

🛡️ WHAT SHOULD PREGNANT WOMEN DO?

✅ Attend all antenatal care visits.
✅ Take prescribed medications exactly as directed.
✅ Report danger signs immediately.
✅ Avoid self-medication during pregnancy.
✅ Follow the advice of qualified healthcare professionals.

⚠️ IMPORTANT: Preeclampsia can sometimes occur even when a woman feels well, which is why regular pregnancy checkups are so important.

💡 YFHD HEALTH TIP:
A blood pressure check during pregnancy is not just a routine procedure—it can be a lifesaving step for a mother and her baby. 💙

💬 QUESTION OF THE AFTERNOON:
Do you know why checking blood pressure during pregnancy is important?

❤️ YES | 👍 NO | 😮 I JUST LEARNED TODAY

👇 Tell us in the comments!

📢 LIKE • COMMENT • SHARE — This information could help protect a pregnant woman and her baby.

Your Health, Our Priority.

27/08/2026

🤱🩸 TOPIC: POSTPARTUM HEMORRHAGE (PPH) — WHEN BLEEDING AFTER DELIVERY BECOMES DANGEROUS

The birth of a baby is a beautiful moment, but the period immediately after delivery is also a time when mothers need close attention. ❤️

Postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) is excessive bleeding after childbirth and is one of the leading causes of maternal complications worldwide. Early recognition and rapid care can save a mother’s life.

🚨 WARNING SIGNS AFTER DELIVERY

🩸 Heavy va**nal bleeding that soaks pads quickly
😵 Dizziness, weakness, or fainting
❤️ Fast heartbeat
😰 Pale or cold skin
🤕 Severe abdominal pain
🫨 Feeling very unwell or confused

🔍 COMMON CAUSES OF PPH

🤰 The uterus not contracting well after delivery
🩸 Tears or injuries during childbirth
🧬 Problems with the placenta
🩺 Blood clotting problems

🛡️ HOW CAN MOTHERS BE PROTECTED?

🏥 Deliver at a health facility with trained healthcare providers when possible.
👩‍⚕️ Attend antenatal care visits during pregnancy.
💬 Report heavy bleeding immediately after childbirth.
🤱 Allow healthcare workers to monitor the mother closely after delivery.
🚑 Seek emergency care without delay when danger signs appear.

⚠️ IMPORTANT: Some bleeding after delivery can be normal, but heavy bleeding is never something to ignore.

💡 YFHD HEALTH TIP:
A healthy mother is essential for a healthy family. Recognizing danger signs after childbirth can help prevent maternal deaths. 💙

💬 QUESTION OF THE MORNING:
Do you know that heavy bleeding after childbirth is a medical emergency?

❤️ YES | 👍 NO | 😮 I LEARNED TODAY

👇 Tell us in the comments!

📢 LIKE • COMMENT • SHARE — This information could help save a mother's life.

Your Health, Our Priority.

26/08/2026

⏰🤰 TOPIC: PRETERM LABOR — WHEN LABOR STARTS TOO EARLY

Are you pregnant and experiencing regular lower abdominal cramps, back pain, or contractions before 37 weeks? ⚠️

It could be a sign of preterm labor, which means labor may be starting too early. Early recognition and prompt medical assessment can be very important for both mother and baby.

🚨 WARNING SIGNS TO WATCH FOR

🤰 Regular tightening or contractions
😣 Menstrual-like cramps
💢 Persistent lower back pain
⬇️ Pelvic pressure or feeling that the baby is pushing down
💧 A sudden gush or continuous leaking of fluid from the va**na
🩸 Vaginal bleeding or unusual spotting
🌊 A noticeable change in va**nal discharge

🛑 WHAT SHOULD YOU DO?

🏥 Seek medical care promptly if you have possible signs of labor before 37 weeks.
⏱️ Note when the symptoms started and how often contractions are occurring.
💧 If fluid is leaking, use a clean sanitary pad if available—do not insert anything into the va**na.
🚫 Do not self-medicate or take medicines to stop contractions unless prescribed by a qualified healthcare professional.

⚠️ IMPORTANT

Not every abdominal pain during pregnancy means preterm labor—but bleeding, leaking fluid, regular painful contractions, or severe symptoms should never be ignored.

💡 YFHD HEALTH TIP:
In pregnancy, timing matters. If you think labor may be starting too early, don't wait at home hoping it will stop—get checked. 💙💚

💬 QUESTION OF THE AFTERNOON:

Did you know that labor can sometimes begin before 37 weeks of pregnancy?

❤️ YES | 👍 NO | 😮 I JUST LEARNED TODAY

👇 Tell us in the comments!

📢 LIKE • COMMENT • SHARE — This information could help a pregnant woman recognize an important warning sign.

Your Health, Our Priority.

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