Nurse Directory

The Department of Health (DOH) today reaffirmed its commitment to the Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) and issued Administrative Order No. 2010-0013 requiring graphic health information on all tobacco packages and to adopt measures to ensure that tobacco product packaging and labeling do not promote tobacco use by any means that are false, misleading, deceptive or likely to create an erroneous impression.
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Diabetics, be wary of the “Big C”. A recent study in Japan, published in Archives of Internal Medicine, concluded that the growth of cancer cells in liver or pancreas may be triggered by the excess insulin of patients with adult-onset diabetes.

The study performed by Tokyo-based National Cancer Center revealed that grown-up diabetic men have up to a 27% higher risk than people who don’t have diabetes. The first group also prone to develop prostate cancer since diabetes is said to have an effect on sex hormones.

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To pay tribute to thousands of nurses worldwide for their selfless dedication and commitment to their profession, International Nurses Day (IND) is celebrated annually on May 12 by the International Council of Nursing (ICN). The Nurses Week runs from May 9 to 15 this year.

It is also a day for nurses worldwide to celebrate their profession and unite to take pride in their jobs and show the world the importance of their work.
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A. Bone marrow suppression leads to:

1. Decreased WBC count (immunosuppression).

• Avoid crowds; people with infections and small children when WBC count is low
• Consume a low-bacteria diet. Avoid overcooked meat and raw fruits and vegetables

2. Decreased platelet count (thrombocytopenia)

• When shaving use ellectirc razon only
• Avoid contact sports and other activities that may cause trauma
• If trauma does occur, apply ice to the area and seek medical assistance
• Avoid dental work or other invasive procedures
• Avoid aspirin and aspirtin-containing products

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1. For detection of breat cancer
- Beginning at age 30, routinely perform monthly breast self-examination (BSEs)
- Women aged 40 and older should have a yearly mammogram and breast examination by a healthcare provider

2. For detection of colon and rectal cancer
- All persons aged 50 and older should have a yearly fecal ocult blood test (more…)

(Uses the Acronym CAUTION)

Change in bowel or bladder habits
A sore that does not heal
Unusual bleeding or discharge
Thickening or lump in the breast or elsewhere
Indigestion or difficulty in swallowing
Obvious change in wart or mole
Nagging cough or hoarseness