Health Talk With Dr. Pharidah

ARE YOU A PERSON WITH A DISABILITY IN NEED OF A WHEELCHAIR?

Do you have a ZAPD Disability Card and are you aged 16 years or above?

Come through to the ZAPD Head Office along Leopards Hill Road, Kabulonga, to access a wheelchair "TOMMOROW ONLY."

ZAPD is distributing wheelchairs with support from Joni and Friends, Shoprite, and Kabwata Baptist Church.

Visit the ZAPD Office for more information and assistance.

First come, first serve!
The exercise ends tomorrow.

Source: ZAPD

🚨 PLEASE DON'T USE PARACETAMOL TO TENDERISE MEAT!

From inbox
Good morning Dr, I have seen this going round. What is this for?

Have you ever heard of this practice?
Share this information to help someone make a safer choice.

Did you know that some reports describe the use of paracetamol (acetaminophen) as a meat-tenderising agent?
Paracetamol is a medicine, not a cooking ingredient. Using it in meat means people may unknowingly consume an uncontrolled amount of a medication that is supposed to be taken in measured doses.
During cooking, paracetamol can also undergo chemical changes. Researchers have raised concerns about potentially harmful breakdown products.

Happy new Healthy week, remember to choose you and to take care of yourself this week.

Having a style(hordeolum) or Chalazion does not mean you saw someone naked.

Don't feel shy going to the hospital, you won't be judged 😅

Stye (hordeolum): usually painful, red, tender, often develops relatively quickly and may have a pus point.
Chalazion: usually a firm, painless lump in the eyelid caused by blockage of a meibomian gland; the skin may not be very red.

What do you call these in your local language?

Sometimes, taking care of your health means slowing down.
I spent some beautiful time with my family at South Luangwa National Park, and it reminded me that health is more than hospital visits, medicines and check-ups.
It is also about resting, laughing, creating memories, spending time with the people we love, and giving our minds a chance to breathe. 🥰
In the middle of busy schedules and everyday responsibilities, don't forget to make time for your family — and for yourself.
Because sometimes, the best medicine is a beautiful moment shared with the people who matter most❤️
Take care of your health. Take care of your people. And don't forget to enjoy life along the way.

From inbox
Good afternoon Dr
Kindly help, I have these patches on the tongue and dont know what they're.

REMARKABLE SURGICAL CASE AT LMUTH
Doctors at Levy Mwanawasa University Teaching Hospital successfully removed a 2.1 kg testicular mass from a 16-year-old boy who had experienced progressive scrotal swelling for about eight months.
The complex mass was surgically removed after careful assessment, and the teenager is reportedly recovering well with minimal pain.
👏 Congratulations to the surgical, anaesthesia and nursing teams at LMUTH for their expertise, teamwork and dedication to patient care.
This case is an important reminder that persistent or enlarging scrotal swelling should always be assessed by a healthcare professional.
Shared for health education and awareness. Source: Levy Mwanawasa University Teaching Hospital.

PRIZES FOR THE WINNERS

🚨IT’S FINALLY HERE! THE DR PHARIDAH RAJAN IBRAHIM OMAR SUNDI HEALTH IMPACT CHALLENGE 2026!

Are you a student or an ordinary Zambian citizen with a passion for educating and making a difference? This is your opportunity to SPEAK. EDUCATE. IMPACT!

🎥 SUBMISSIONS START TOMORROW — 21ST AUGUST 2026!

Choose ONE topic of the 3 topics listed below and create an informative video of NOT MORE THAN 2 MINUTES:

1. Fibroids
2. Diabetes
3. Hypertension

IMPORTANT:
Do NOT recommend medication or treatment.
✅ Keep your video educational, informative and responsible.

📲 SUBMIT YOUR VIDEO VIA WHATSAPP:
+260 769 796 543
VIDEO SUBMISSIONS ONLY — NO DIRECT CALLS!

🏆 WINNERS WILL BE DETERMINED BY THE HIGHEST GENUINE LIKES, INVITES & SHARES!

💰 PRIZES:
🥇 1st — K350
🥈 2nd — K150
🥉 3rd — K100

📅 Competition Period:
🟢 21st August – 11th September 2026

Your voice can educate.
Your knowledge can inspire.
Your impact can make a difference.

DR PHARIDAH RAJAN IBRAHIM OMAR SUNDI HEALTH IMPACT CHALLENGE 2026

SPEAK. EDUCATE. IMPACT!

👉 START PREPARING YOUR VIDEO NOW!

🎥🔥 WE ARE RECEIVING VIDEO SUBMISSIONS! 🔥🎥

The Dr Pharidah Rajan Ibrahim Omar Sundi Health Impact Challenge 2026 is officially receiving video submissions! 🇿🇲

Are you a student or an ordinary Zambian citizen with something meaningful to say? This is your chance to SPEAK, EDUCATE & IMPACT! 💚🧡💜

🎬 Choose ONE topic:
1️⃣ Fibroids in Women
2️⃣ General Diabetes
3️⃣ Hypertension

📌 Submission Period: 21st August – 11th September 2026
⏱️ Video must NOT exceed 2 minutes
📱 Submit via WhatsApp: +260 769 796 543
⚠️ Video submissions ONLY — NO DIRECT CALLS to the number.

🏆 Stand a chance to win:
🥇 K350
🥈 K150
🥉 K100

Your voice can educate.
Your knowledge can inspire.
Your impact can make a difference! ❤️🇿🇲

👉 Create your video. Submit it. Make an impact!

Kakoso Hospital in Chililabombwe delivers a 5.2kg baby!

KAKOSO First Level Hospital in Chililabombwe has successfully delivered a macrosomic baby weighing approximately 5.2 kilograms.

The Hospital is calling on expectant mothers to seek early antenatal care to facilitate the early detection and management of complications such as big babies.

In a statement following the delivery, the Hospital says early booking and regular check-ups help health workers detect and manage complications such as big babies, post-date pregnancies and high blood pressure, thereby reducing risks during childbirth.

The Hospital says the mothers who gave birth to the macrosomic babies are in stable condition.

“We are encouraged by the safe delivery of these babies, including four macrosomic babies over 3.8kg. All mothers and babies are being closely monitored and are in stable condition,” the Hospital states.

The Hospital adds that yesterday, five caesarean sections were successfully performed between 08:32 hours and 15:34 hours.

On Wednesday, August 19, 2026, the Hospital conducted a caesarean section and delivered a macrosomic baby weighing approximately 5.2 kilograms.

According to science, babies weighing 5 kilograms or more are much rarer, generally occurring in well under 1% of births.

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