Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Awareness

Defeat Diabetes  Photo credit: Nataliya Vaitkevich/ Pexels.com April is Defeat Diabetes Month, an annual observance led by the Defeat Diabetes Foundation to raise awareness about the prevention and management of type 2 diabetes [1]. With diabetes now affecting millions of people worldwide, this month is an opportunity to understand how the disease develops, recognize the risk factors, and take practical steps to reduce your chances of developing it or to better manage it if you already have it. What is Diabetes? Diabetes is a chronic condition that occurs when the body cannot properly regulate blood glucose (sugar) levels. Glucose is the body’s primary source of energy, and its regulation depends on insulin, a hormone produced by the pancreas. Insulin helps move glucose from the bloodstream into cells, where it is used for energy [2]. There are several types of diabetes. Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune condition in which the immune system attacks the insulin-producing cells...

Chronic Kidney Disease: What You Can Do to Protect Your Kidneys Photo credit: Thirdman / Pexels.com March is National Kidney Month, and on March 12, the world will observe World Kidney Day under the 2026 theme, "Kidney Health for All: Caring for People, Protecting the Planet." This year's campaign draws attention to the growing global burden of chronic kidney disease (CKD) and the urgent need for prevention and early detection [1]. What Is Chronic Kidney Disease? The kidneys are two bean-shaped organs located on either side of the spine, just below the rib cage. Their primary function is to filter waste products, excess fluid, and toxins from the blood, which are then excreted as urine. The kidneys also play an essential role in regulating blood pressure, maintaining electrolyte balance, and producing hormones that support red blood cell production and bone health [2]. Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a condition in which the kidneys become damaged over time and gr...

I am grateful for the opportunity to attend the North American Cystic Fibrosis Conference (NACFC) 2025 in Seattle. It was a privilege to learn about the incredible collaborations and innovations within the CF community and to be part of the conversations driving research and compassionate care forward. Here’s to continued progress, and I hope for a cure. hashtag # NACFC2025 hashtag # CysticFibrosis hashtag # CF  

I am excited to be attending NACFC 2025, and I can’t wait to see and connect with everyone. I will be sharing valuable insights from the conference.

  Research Saves Children @ Johns Hopkins Children's Center

North American Cystic Fibrosis Conference (NACFC) 2024 Day 3 The past few days at The 38th Annual North American Cystic Fibrosis Conference (NACFC) have been inspiring. I've gained a deeper understanding of CF, CF care, cutting-edge research, and, most importantly, the lived experiences of people living with cystic fibrosis and their families. I am leaving this session with more inspiration to serve people living with CF with my work. Thank you to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation for this invaluable opportunity to learn, connect, and be more inspired. #nacfc #nacfc2024 #cf #cysticfibrosis

North American Cystic Fibrosis Conference (NACFC) 2024 Day 2 Yet another exciting day at NACFC! I started with an interactive session on some research procedures, which I found helpful for my recruiting work and the data's impact on the population. I learned a lot from the CFTR genetics session, which aligns with one of my research group's projects, and the plenary session on The Journey to Understand and Advance Research in CFRD. I wrapped up the day by networking with colleagues at Johns Hopkins Cystic Fibrosis Center  #nacfc #nacfc2024 #cf #cysticfibrosis

  North American Cystic Fibrosis Conference (NACFC) 2024 Day 1 Another exciting day at the NACFC!  I started with the morning educative session, reconnecting with my incredible research team and reviewing their insightful posters for the conference.  It was also a great learning session at the endocrinology abstract presentations. I engaged in the roundtable discussion, which aligned closely with my research focus, the session on the CF disease mechanism, and the plenary session, which was a great opportunity to stay updated on the advancements in CF therapies.  I wrapped up the day with some general and group social gatherings because it’s all about building relationships and sharing ideas! #nacfc #nacfc2024 #cf #cysticfibrosis

  North American Cystic Fibrosis Conference (NACFC) 2024 Day 0  Today, there were several engaging sessions at the Nuts and Bolts Class for the New CF Team Member during the North American Cystic Fibrosis Conference (NACFC) at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center.  It’s been a full day of learning about the nuances of cystic fibrosis, how a multidisciplinary approach makes such a difference for people living with CF, about Cystic Fibrosis Foundation resources and listening to stories from the family and patient panel. I recommend this session for any first-time attendees at NACFC. It’s the perfect foundation for understanding CF and CF management and connecting with this incredible community.    #nacfc #nacfc2024 #cf #cysticfibrosis hashtag

I’m excited to participate in this session with the Johns Hopkins Center for Global Women's Health & Gender Equity at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. Engaging in a dynamic networking session with our esteemed partners from Kenya was a privilege. The groundbreaking work being done by the team in Kenya to promote women’s health is truly inspiring, and I’m excited about future collaborations. Networking with our partners from Kenya

I am excited to be part of the Evidence to Policy Action led by the Johns Hopkins Center for Global Women's Health & Gender Equity to Ignite Change.  I am grateful to my preceptor and mentor, Michele Decker, for this opportunity to connect with like-minded policy makers devoted to preventing and ending violence against women and girls.  Together, we can make a difference! Interactive Session with policy makers from the UN Women, US Department of Justice, White House Gender Policy Council and Non-governmental agencies

What is cervical cancer? Cervical cancer is a type of cancer that affects the cervix, this is the lower part of the uterus (womb) that connects to the vagina. This is due to the unlimited growth of cells around the cervix [1, 2]. If left untreated, these abnormal cells can spread beyond the cervix to other parts of the body, making early detection crucial [2].  What causes cervical Cancer? The most common risk factor for cervical cancer is infection with human papillomavirus (HPV), a common virus transmitted through sexual contact, which is responsible for most cases of cervical cancer [1, 3]. While most HPV infections clear on their own, certain high-risk strains can, over time, trigger cancerous changes in cervical cells [3]. Other risk factors for cervical cancer include age, with women over the age of 30 being at higher risk, as well as lifestyle factors such as age at first coitus, unprotected sexual intercourse, multiple sexual partners, use of some birth control pills, and s...

  𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗟𝗧𝗛 𝗔𝗪𝗔𝗥𝗘𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗦 𝗖𝗔𝗟𝗟 ☎️ WHAT ASPECTS OF MY HEALTH SHOULD I FOCUS ON IN THE MONTH OF JUNE? 🄼🄾🄽🅃🄷 Sickle Cell Awareness Month Blood Donor Awareness Month Stroke Awareness Month 🅆🄴🄴🄺 World Heart Rhythm Awareness Week (5th June - 11th June) Helen Keller Deaf-Blind Awareness Week (24th June - 30th June) 🄳🄰🅈  4th:  National Cancer Survivors Day  5th:  World Environmental Day  8th:  World Brain Tumour Day 14th: World Blood Donor Day 18th: Austin PrideDay 19th: World Sickle Cell Day 25th: World Vitiligo Day 26th: International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking  Can't find a popular health awareness day, week or month in June, kindly indicate it in the comment section. About The Health Awareness Call ☎️ There is no doubt that people often don't pay enough attention to their health, healthcare professionals inclusive.  Because of this, means to make health awareness easy birthed this campaign: ...