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🚨 What is Leptospirosis?A bacterial infection transmitted through water/soil contaminated with animal urine (especially ...
18/08/2026

🚨 What is Leptospirosis?
A bacterial infection transmitted through water/soil contaminated with animal urine (especially rodents). Bacteria enter through open cuts, skin abrasions, or mucous membranes (eyes, nose, mouth).

πŸ“Š 1. Exposure Risk Assessment
Low Risk: Brief wading in floodwater with intact skin (no open wounds).

Moderate Risk: Single exposure with cuts/wounds OR prolonged floodwater immersion/swallowing.

High Risk: Continuous/repeated multi-day exposure (e.g., relief & rescue operations).

πŸ’Š 2. How to Get Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP)
Consultation First: Do not self-medicate. Antibiotics (such as Doxycycline) require a prescription and physician evaluation.

Timing Matters: Best started within 24 to 48 hours post-exposure.

Assessment Form: Complete the eligibility form here:

πŸ‘‰ https://forms.gle/ioK7TzRrF8sw98UT8

🌑️ 3. Watch for Symptoms (Up to 30 Days)
Seek immediate medical evaluation if you experience:

πŸ€’ High fever or chills

πŸ€• Severe headache or calf/lower back muscle pain

πŸ‘οΈ Red eyes (conjunctival suffusion)

🟑 Jaundice (yellowing of skin/eyes), dark urine, or abdominal pain

πŸ›‘οΈ 4. Preventive Actions
🚫 Avoid walking or wading in floodwaters.

πŸ‘’ Wear protective rubber boots/footwear if exposure is unavoidable.

🧼 Thoroughly wash exposed skin with soap and clean water immediately after exposure.

🩹 Cover cuts and open wounds with waterproof bandages.

In St. Augustine,

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30/06/2026
26/06/2026

8 Golden Rules para sa Malusog na Bato

"Tunay na Bughaw ang Buhay kung ang Bato ay Masiglang Tunay”

Ang ating mga bato ay mahalaga sa pagpapanatiling malinis at malusog ng ating katawan. Sa simpleng pag-aalaga sa ating kalusugan araw-araw, maaari nating maiwasan ang mga sakit sa bato at mapanatili ang masiglang pamumuhay.

βœ”οΈ Mag-ehersisyo para lumakas ang katawan
βœ”οΈ Kumain ng masustansyang pagkain
βœ”οΈ Uminom ng sapat na dami ng tubig
βœ”οΈ I-monitor ang blood sugar
βœ”οΈ I-monitor ang blood pressure
βœ”οΈ Huwag manigarilyo
βœ”οΈ Huwag uminom ng gamot nang hindi nireseta ng doktor
βœ”οΈ Ipasuri ang kalagayan ng bato kung may diabetes, altapresyon, o kasaysayan ng sakit sa bato sa pamilya

Tandaan: Mas mabuti ang pag-iwas kaysa paggamot. Ang regular na pagpapasuri at pagkakaroon ng malusog na pamumuhay ay susi upang mapanatiling malakas at malusog ang ating mga bato.

Alagaan ang iyong bato ngayon para sa mas malusog na bukas!

26/06/2026

MAG-INGAT SA LEPTOSPIROSIS!

Sa panahon ng tag-ulan at pagbaha, huwag isantabi ang inyong kalusugan. Ang leptospirosis ay maaaring makuha sa paglusong sa baha o pag-inom ng tubig na kontaminado ng ihi ng mga hayop na may leptospira.

β€’ Kung hindi maiiwasang lumusong sa baha, alamin ang tamang gabay sa pag-inom ng doxycycline ayon sa antas ng exposure.
β€’ Iwasan ang paglusong sa baha hangga't maaari.
β€’ Panatilihing malinis ang kapaligiran upang maiwasan ang pagdami ng mga daga.
β€’ Agad na kumonsulta sa pinakamalapit na health center o doktor kung nakaranas ng lagnat, pananakit ng katawan, sakit ng ulo, o iba pang sintomas matapos ma-expose sa baha.

Ang pag-iingat ay susi sa pag-iwas sa sakit. Protektahan ang sarili at ang pamilya laban sa leptospirosis.

26/06/2026

Alagaan ang Iyong Mga Bato, Alagaan ang Iyong Kalusugan!

Ang malusog na bato ay mahalaga para sa masigla at malusog na pamumuhay. Uminom ng sapat na tubig, kumain ng masustansya, mag-ehersisyo nang regular, at magpatingin sa doktor para mapanatiling malusog ang iyong mga bato.

Maliit na hakbang ngayon, malaking benepisyo bukas!

Ngayong National Kidney Month, gawing prayoridad ang kalusugan ng iyong mga bato.

26/06/2026

Leptospirosis is preventable. Stay protected!

Avoid contact with floodwater, keep your surroundings clean and rodent-free, and seek medical attention immediately if you experience fever, headache, muscle pain, or yellowing of the eyes after exposure to contaminated water.

Early detection and treatment can save lives.

26/06/2026
10/06/2026
10/06/2026

Be Prepared. Stay Calm. Stay Safe.

Learn what to do before, during, and after an earthquake. Preparedness today can save lives tomorrow.

─ A friendly reminder from the Bureau of Fire Protection Region 6

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🌦️ Augustinians, the rainy season is here again!While it brings cooler weather, it also brings a surge in health concern...
05/06/2026

🌦️ Augustinians, the rainy season is here again!

While it brings cooler weather, it also brings a surge in health concerns. We at the University of San Agustin Health Service Unit (HSU) want to ensure you stay safe, healthy, and informed.

Referencing the crucial DOH advisory as a general guideline, let's also remember our local campus health protocols.

We are reminding the whole university community to stay vigilant against Waterborne diseases, Influenza, Leptospirosis, and Dengue (W.I.L.D.).

Check our updated campus contacts below and save our numbers! Your well-being is our priority.

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