Thursday, June 25, 2009

THE WOMAN


When God created woman he was working late on the 6th day
An angel came by and said: “Why spend so much time on that one?”
And the Lord answered:
“Have you seen all the specifications I have to meet to shape her ?"

“She must be washable, but not made of plastic, have more than 200 moving parts which all must be replaceable and she must function on all kinds of food, she must be able to embrace several kids at the same time, give a hug that can heal anything from a bruised knee to a broken heart and she must do all this with only two hands”.




The angel was impressed.
“Just two hands....impossible!“
And this is the standard model?!
“Too much work for one day....wait until tomorrow and then complete her“.

“I will not”, said the Lord. “I am so close to complete this creation, which will be the favourite of my heart”.
“She cures herself when sick and she can work 18 hours a day”.
The angel came nearer and touched the woman.
“But you have made her so soft, Lord”

“She is soft", said the Lord, “But I have also made her strong. You can’t imagine what she can endure and overcome.“
“Can she think?" the angel asked. 
The Lord answered:
“Not only can she think, she can reason and negotiate."

The angel touched the womans cheek....

“Lord, it seems this creation is leaking! You have put too many burdens on her.” 
“She is not leaking....it’s a tear” the lord corrected the angel
“What’s it for?" asked the angel.

And the Lord said:
“Tears are her way of expressing grief, her doubts, her love, her loneliness, her suffering and her pride.”
This made a big impression on the angel; “Lord, you are genius.
You thought of everything. The woman is indeed marvellous!"

Indeed she is!
Woman has strengths that amazes man. She can handle trouble and carry heavy burdens.
She holds happiness, love and opinions.
She smiles when feeling like screaming.
She sings when she feels like crying, cries when she is happy and laughs when she is afraid.

She fights for what she belives in.
Stand up against injustice.
She doesn’t take “no” for an answer, when she can see a better solution. She gives herself so her family can thrive. She takes her friend to the doctor if she is afraid.
Her love is unconditional.

She cries when her kids are victorious. She is happy when her friends do well.
She is glad when she hears of a birth or a wedding.

Her heart is broken when a next of kin or friend dies.
But she finds the strength to get on with life.
She knows that a kiss and a hug can heal a broken heart.

There is only one thing wrong with her

She forgets what she is worth...

Tuesday, June 16, 2009

INFLUENZA A (H1N1) HEALTH ADVISORY

1. What is Influenza A (H1N1)?

• Influenza A(H1N1) is caused by a novel virus that resulted from the reassortment of 4 viruses from pigs, human and birds
• It is a new virus causing illness in people
• It was first detected in people in April 2009 in the United States
• This virus is spreading from person-to-person, probably in much the same way that regular seasonal influenza viruses spread
• There is no vaccine yet to protect humans from this virus
• There are existing and recommended medicines that are effective in treating these Influenza A(H1N1)
• Influenza A(H1N1) can be fatal to humans due to severe respiratory distress (pneumonia)

SIGNS / SYMPTOMS

1. fever
2. chills
3. headache
4. fatigue
5. nasal congestion or runny nose
6. sore throat
7. cough
8. body aches
9. lack of appetite
10. nausea or vomiting
11. diarrhea

INCUBATION PERIOD

• 7 to 10 days from the time of exposure to the first onset of signs and symptoms

MODE OF TRANSMISSION

• Coughing or sneezing by people with influenza

• Touching things with flu viruses on it and then touching one’s mouth, nose or eyes 

PREVENTIVE MEASURES

1. Observe proper personal hygene
*Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Throw the tissue in the trash after you use it.
*Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially after you cough or sneeze. Alcohol-based hand cleaners are also effective.
*Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth. Germs spread this way.
2 Increase your body's resistance
* Have at least 8 hours of sleep
* Be physically active
* Manage your stress
* Drink plenty of fluids
* Eat nutitious food, especially fruits and vegetables
3. Social distancing.
* Avoid crowded places
* Avoid close contact with sick people
* Stay home if you are sick until you are free symptoms to prevent the spread of the virus.

WHAT TO DO / WHERE TO GO

* If there is flu like symptoms, consult the doctor immediately
* Report to the proper health authorities:
National Referral Center
Alabang, Muntinlupa, Metro Manila
Tel. No. 809-7599
Sub-National Referral Center
(Luzon and Metro Manila)
* San Lazaro Hospital
Quircada St., Sta. Cruz, Manila
Tel. No. 732-3776 to 78
* Lung Center of the Philippines
Quezon Ave., Quezon City
Tel. No. 924-6101/Fax No.:924-0707