Ref: AF/CHB/001/2019                                                  Date: 27th August 2019                                                                                               25th Zilhijjah 1440 We have observed a rapid increase in the number of cases of Prostate Cancer in our Community – this is a worrying phenomenon requiring attention of community members. We must...

A healthy and happy life is no accident, in addition to healthy genes; it depends on good habits of mind and body. By following Islamic teachings one is already adopting good habits of mind and body. Take for example the beliefs how they nurture positive attitudes, worship and rituals how they train a person to take seriously social...

Ref: CHB/HB/45/15                                                         THE HAZARDS OF SMOKING & PASSIVE SMOKING How can smoking affect your health? Smoking: Harms nearly every organ of the bodyCauses many diseases and reduces the health of smokers...

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY WITH KIDS A child’s earliest years are filled with new experiences that drive their cognitive, social and physical growth. The first 3 years in a child’s life are the most critical for the brain development, especially if a child is delayed in development. Early intervention is a collective therapy that provides children from birth to 3...

Personal hygiene habits such as washing your hands and brushing and flossing your teeth will help keep bacteria, viruses, and illnesses at bay. And there are mental as well as physical benefits. “Practicing good body hygiene helps you feel good about yourself, which is important for your mental health,” Personal Hygiene: Healthy Habits Include Good GroomingIf you want to...

Ref: CHB/HB/52/16                                                                        DEEP VAIN THROMBOSIS (DVT) What is DVT?  Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot in one of the deep veins in...

Ref: CHB/HB/53/16                                                                            KIDNEY FAILURE Kidney failure is when your kidneys stop working well enough for you to live without dialysis or a...

Ref: CHB/HB/54/16                                                                         BENEFITS OF SPORTS & PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES Your body needs regular physical activity in order to maintain strength, stamina, cardiovascular health...

Ref: CHB/HB/59/16                                                                              HEALTHY EATING DURING THE HOLY MONTH OF RAMADHAN Health is the key to happiness, and what we consume directly...

Ref: CHB/HB/60/16                                                                                    CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE IS ON the INCREASE IN OUR COMMUNITY CHB has recorded a number of Cardiovascular...