University of Abra Bangued Campus Health Services

07/05/2026

HYPERTENSION AWARENESS MONTH ❤️🩺

May is a reminder for every Filipino to “Know Your Numbers” and take action against hypertension—a growing public health concern in the country.

Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is often called the “silent killer” because it may show no symptoms but can lead to serious conditions like heart disease, stroke, and kidney problems.

📊 In the Philippines, 1 in 10 adults (20–59 years old) has elevated blood pressure, and the risk increases with age.

In CAR, cases are rising—highlighting how lifestyle factors like poor diet, physical inactivity, and stress contribute to this growing burden.

🥗 Good news? Hypertension is preventable and manageable.
Simple daily choices can protect your heart:
✔ Reduce sodium intake (less than 2,000 mg/day)
✔ Limit processed and fatty foods
✔ Eat more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains
✔ Stay active and maintain a healthy lifestyle
✔ Monitor your blood pressure regularly

💡 Small changes today can lead to a healthier tomorrow. Read the full article in the comments below. 👇

📌 References:
DOST-FNRI. (2023). Expanded National Nutrition Survey; World Health Organization (2023). Hypertension & Healthy Diet Fact Sheets; Proclamation No. 1761, s. 2009; CHSO Baguio (2025).

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28/03/2026

Ischemic Stroke: When Blood Flow to the Brain Suddenly Stops 🧠

⚠️ Disclaimer: This is not just weakness or dizziness.

Your brain is one of the most demanding organs in your body.
It needs a constant supply of oxygen and glucose.
Every second.
Without pause.

There’s no backup system.

Blood reaches the brain through delicate arteries.
Thin.
Precise.
Always open.

Until something blocks them.

Most commonly, a clot.

Sometimes it forms right there in the brain’s artery.
Sometimes it travels from the heart or neck vessels.

Either way, it gets stuck.

And suddenly, blood flow stops.

The brain cells beyond that point are cut off.

No oxygen.
No energy.

Within seconds, those cells begin to fail.

Signals slow.
Then stop.

Parts of the body controlled by that area lose function.

A hand drops.
Speech slurs.
Vision fades.

But inside, something worse is happening.

The cells start to die.

Chemicals leak.
Swelling begins.
Nearby cells get damaged too.

This is called a stroke.

Not because something explodes—

but because something essential silently shuts off.

And in the brain,
even a few minutes without blood

can permanently erase pieces of who you are.

26/03/2026

Hawakan ang Beat para sa STUDENTS WEEK 2026💙🤍

22/03/2026

𝗦 𝗧 𝗨 𝗗 𝗘 𝗡 𝗧 𝗪 𝗘 𝗘 𝗞 𝟮 𝟬 𝟮 𝟲

Get ready for three days of energy, creativity, and unforgettable moments as we celebrate “𝙀𝙭𝙘𝙚𝙡𝙡𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚 𝘽𝙚𝙮𝙤𝙣𝙙 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝘾𝙡𝙖𝙨𝙨𝙧𝙤𝙤𝙢.”

𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝟮𝟰–𝟮𝟲, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

Step out of the usual routine and dive into activities that go beyond lectures - sports, contests, performances, and more. This is your chance to unwind, showcase your talents, connect with others, and prove that excellence isn’t just found inside the classroom.

Whether you’re here to compete, support, or just vibe with the crowd, there’s a place for you. See you there!

12/03/2026

Makiisa sa mga isinasagawang Earthquake Drill 📢

Layunin nitong pagtibayin ang ating kaalaman at kahandaan para sa mga dapat gawin bago, habang, at matapos lumindol.

Alamin ang mga hakbang sa pagsasagawa ng Earthquake Drill.

Makilahok sa 2026 First Quarter Nationwide Simultaneous Earthquake Drill o NSED na nakatakdang isagawa bukas, ika-12 ng Marso sa ganap na 3:30 ng hapon.