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Measure Your Blood Pressure Accurately, Control It, and Live Longer

Community Preventive Medical Care (CPMC)World Hypertension Day, 17th May, 2025 Theme: “Measure Your Blood Pressure Accurately, Control It, and Live Longer” On this World Hypertension Day 2025, Community Preventive Medical Care (CPMC) joins the global community in raising awareness about the silent but deadly condition known as high blood pressure, or hypertension. This year’s theme—“Measure

World Malaria Day 2025: Celebrating Hope and Action in Nakitun

Theme: Malaria Ends With Us – Reinvest, Reimagine, Reignite On April 25, 2025, Community Preventive Medical Care (CPMC) joined the world in commemorating World Malaria Day with a vibrant community celebration in Nakitun. In line with this year’s global theme—“Malaria Ends With Us: Reinvest, Reimagine, Reignite”—the event brought together a united front of local voices

Celebrating World Health Day: “Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Dr. Sallah LasuExecutive DirectorCommunity Preventive Medical Carecpmc.ssd@gmail.com 7 April, 2025 Celebrating World Health Day: “Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures Juba – CES, On this World Health Day, I stand on behalf of Community Preventive Medical Care to reaffirm our commitment to nurturing the health of our communities, particularly during the critical early stages

World Oral Health day with the Residents of Nakitun community

On 20th March, 2025, we celebrated the World Oral Health Day with the Residents of the Nakitun community. Our Dental Specialist, Dr. Akim Nyuon, gave a wonderful presentation on Oral Health and the common diseases that affect the oral cavity and the teeth. Participants were reminded of:

World TB Day 2025: We Can End TB

March 24, 2025 Today, as we observe World Tuberculosis Day, we are reminded of the vital global effort to combat tuberculosis (TB), a disease that continues to affect millions of lives worldwide. This year’s theme, “Innovate to Fight TB,” emphasizes the importance of innovation in our strategies, tools, and approaches to eradicate this preventable and

Celebrating Women’s Day 2025: Accelerate Action on Gender Equality

Today, on International Women’s Day, we stand united in honoring and celebrating the incredible women who are tirelessly working to foster positive change and transformation within their communities. This year’s theme, “Accelerate Action on Gender Equality,” resonates deeply as we reflect on the strides made and the work that still lies ahead in our pursuit

Key facts on Hepatitis B

Hepatitis B is an infection of the liver caused by the hepatitis B virus. The infection can be acute (short and severe) or chronic (long-term). Hepatitis B can cause a chronic infection and puts people at high risk of death from cirrhosis and liver cancer. It can spread through contact with infected body fluids like

Empowering Women and Youth: The Heart of the Nakitun CHE Workshop

Introduction:Women and youth are the backbone of any community. At the recent CHE workshop in Nakitun, these groups played a central role, learning valuable skills and taking the lead in promoting health and well-being. The Role of Women and Youth: Workshop Highlights: Impact Stories: Conclusion:By empowering women and youth, CHE is creating a ripple effect

Oral Health Awareness: A Hidden Key to Community Well-Being

Introduction:Oral health is often overlooked, but it’s a critical component of overall well-being. At the recent CHE workshop in Nakitun, participants received valuable training on maintaining healthy teeth and gums, highlighting the importance of oral hygiene in preventing disease. Why Oral Health Matters:Poor oral health can lead to a range of issues, from tooth decay