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IS ASTHMA CONTAGIOUS? CAN IT BE TRANSMITTED FROM ONE PERSON TO ANOTHER, LIKE A COMMON COLD? According to WHO, Asthma is one of the non-communicable diseases that can affect both adults and children. So, what happens to the body of someone with Asthma? As one breathes in the air, the air is supposed to go to your lungs and supply your cells and tissues with Oxygen, but in the case of Asthma, the air pipes become so swollen that it makes it hard for the person to breathe and take in the much-needed oxygen. Now, enough of the big grammar! An Asthmatic attack is more like when one is suffocating or drowning; the person starts struggling to breathe, hence looks anxious, coughs, experiences chest tightness and tries to breathe through inflamed air pipes, leading to a” wheezing” sound. Have you ever seen a person having an asthmatic attack before? What did you do to help? Here are some tips to help someone having an asthmatic attack: 👉Keep calm, being anxious will not help someone struggling to take the next breath 👉Help them get their inhaler and help them use it if they can’t by themselves. One puff every 30-60secs up to 10 puffs. Most Asthmatics go around with their inhalers in their bags or purses. 👉Help them sit up to breathe in the inhaler 👉Avoid overcrowding. 👉Engage bystanders to call the ambulance or emergency service 👉Try to reassure that help is on the way. 👉Loosen tight clothing Please share this life-saving knowledge with those who can benefit. In the next post, we are going to be delving into the question: Is Asthma transmitted from mother to child? You don't want to miss this episode. Follow us for more as this month at PREGNANCY SUPPORT FOUNDATION, we are dedicated to learning about Asthma In Pregnancy. Let’s continue in the next post, shall we? Content credit: ABIODUN AJIWE,RN #asthma #pregnancysupport #October

Triggers Of Your Breathless Pregnancy . . Last week, all of us at PREGNANCY SUPPORT FOUNDATION started educating us about a new theme: Asthma In Pregnancy Last week's post was basically Introductory But today, we will move on. I will take us on the causes-ride. Here we go: Pre-existing Asthma: 1. Uncontrolled asthma before pregnancy 2. History of asthma exacerbations 3. Previous asthma-related hospitalizations Hormonal Changes: 1. Increased progesterone levels 2. Estrogen fluctuations 3. Changes in respiratory physiology Environmental Triggers: 1. Air pollution 2. Tobacco smoke exposure 3. Indoor allergens (dust mites, pet dander, mold) 4. Outdoor allergens (pollen, grass) Infections and Respiratory Issues: 1. Upper respiratory tract infections 2. Sinusitis 3. Pneumonia 4. Bronchitis Pregnancy-Specific Factors 1. Increased blood volume and heart output 2. Expanded lung capacity 3. Progesterone-induced bronchodilation (over extension of the branches that lead to the lungs- induced by presence of the pregnancy hormone progesterone) 4. Changes in respiratory mechanics Nutritional Factors 1. Low vitamin D levels 2. Omega-3 fatty acid deficiency 3. Antioxidant deficiencies Stress and Emotional Factors 1. Anxiety 2. Depression 3. Stressful life events Other Factors: 1. Obesity 2. Gestational diabetes 3. Hypertension 4. Multiple gestations (twins, triplets) 5. Family history of asthma 6. Previous history of eczema or allergies Good news: Asthma during pregnancy can be managed with proper medical care, lifestyle modifications, and avoiding triggers. ____________ Do well to repost this to help someone learn something new. Reposting costs zero dollars. Also follow us at PREGNANCY SUPPORT FOUNDATION as we impact lives online and offline. You won't experience asthma in pregnancy! And for anyone experiencing any form of breathlessness in pregnancy, be healed in Jesus name. Amen🙏

When Every Breath Matters... Joy was overjoyed to be pregnant, but something felt wrong. She found herself gasping for air, her chest tightening, and even simple tasks left her breathless. It wasn’t just pregnancy—it was ASTHMA. ASTHMA symptoms during pregnancy can be: Shortness of breath Wheezing Chest tightness. If left unmanaged, it can affect both mother and her unborn child or children in case of twins. But Joy got help. With the right care, she learned to manage her asthma and protect her baby’s health. If you're pregnant and struggling to breathe, don’t wait, get assistance as early as possible. At Pregnancy Support Foundation 💖we’re here to support you because every breath counts for you and your baby. #pregnancysupport #AsthmaInPregnancy #BreatheForTwo #october2024

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7th Medical Outreach: Featured On Radio Nigeria & The Guardian Newspapers🎉 Last month, PREGNANCY SUPPORT FOUNDATION safe motherhood medical outreach was sponsored and featured on National Tv, Radio and Newspapers. This outreach held Katampe, Mpape, Abuja, Nigeria. Special thanks to our volunteers: -Syntyche Omeinyinyi Success -Ifedayo Busola Msc,RN,RM -Josephine Omada Idoko -Ruth -And the founder of Hope Raisers Global Foundation Just two days ago, the news of the outreach got into the Guradian papers and a message was sent to me with the link to read it online. I also want to share the links of the newspaper, radio and Tv feature here with us. 👇 Newspaper link: https://lnkd.in/d64HmTEi Radio report link: https://lnkd.in/dKZ8uR3q AIT Tv feature link: https://lnkd.in/dESZyrhW The medical outreeach was a great success and many mothers were impacted to the glory of God. I am grateful to God for the unexpected realities coming to pass at our NGO. He has brought us great partners and we are open to receiving more partnerships, collaborations and internship applications. Please send me a dm if you are interested in joining us for the outreach for this month- Lagos outreach May the little work you do at your corner be recognized and rewarded by God. Amen. Cheers to greater impact on the lives of Nigerians 🙌🥂

I am happy to announce that Our 6th Medical Outreach was a massive success💃 This outreach held in the Lema community, Kaduna State and more than 180 women of childbearing age were present. The representative of the Sarkin of the community and other community leaders were also in attendance. One special thing about this outreach was the presence of men/husbands. There were more than 15 in attendance. Men are welcome at Pregnancy Support Foundation online and offline programmes because they are the gatekeepers and decision-makers in many African homes. Educating and enlightening the man is equal to greater effectiveness as his support for his wife or daughter-in-law will be well-informed During the event: -Health education on all-round support was given -Blood pressure monitoring was done -Health counselling was done -Delivery packs were also given to all mothers/participants. Special thanks to all our team members, volunteers, supporters, sponsors and partner Information Technologies Hub And Cynosure (ITHAC) God bless you all. To watch the summary video of the event, click here: https://lnkd.in/dUshyG5q Check out our beautiful outreach pictures in the comments section. As an organisation, we are open to internship applications, sponsorships, collaborations and partnerships. Cheers to greater impact!

5th MEDICAL OUTREACH by Pregnancy Support Foundation All glory to God, the outrreach was a success despite looking like it will not hold. Shout out to some of our volunteers who were onboard Khadija Motunrayo (The PolyValent Nurse) Halimatu Abdullahi and some others. https://lnkd.in/dD-kMhsB

Less than 4months ago, the 4th MEDICAL OUTREACH by Pregnancy Support Foundation held. It was the second one in 2023. It was an outreach to pregnant women in the Mando community. Location: Behind First Baptist Church, Mando, Kaduna. More than 70 pregnant women were impacted. It was a massive success.💃💃 To watch the full video and see images click here. https://lnkd.in/d2yE-kwa We are open to sponsorships and partnerships for future outreaches. For internships and volunteering opportunities, send a DM and get a form for the application process. Follow PREGNANCY SUPPORT FOUNDATION for pregnancy updates🎉

The THIRD MEDICAL OUTREACH by Pregnancy Support Foundation held in January 2023 Thr location was behind National Eye Centre community, Kaduna. It was a grand way to begin the new year 💃 Special thanks to everyone who participated and volunteered. We also wish to say a big thank you to our sponsors. Watch the full video by clicking here; https://lnkd.in/dYw2-4tn For sponsorships, internships, partnerships and collaborations, send me a dm