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Health and MedicineBy: Name: PayalClass :Xth ARoll no. 28

IntroductionWhat is health?

Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.

Health is more than the absence of disease. It encompasses physical, mental and social wellbeing. Healthy people are able to cope with everyday activities and to adapt to their surroundings.

Most people accept that health can be divided into two broad aspects –

physical and mental health

Physical health: It means a good body health, which is healthy because of regular physical activity(exercise) , good nutrition and adequate rest.

Mental health :It includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act.

Health is

important at

every stage

of life, from

childhood

and

adolescence

through

adulthood

Relation between physical and mental healthMental health and physical health are fundamentally linked. Poor physical health cause poor mental health and vice versa. Poor mental health is associated with an increased risk of diseases such as cardiovascular disease, cancer and diabetes, while good mental health is a known protective factor. Poor physical health conditions experience depression and anxiety. It also increases the risk of people developing mental health problems.

The determinants of healthMany factors combine together to affect the health of individuals and communities. Whether people are healthy or not, is determined by their circumstances and environment. To a large extent, factors such as where we live, the state of our environment, genetics, our income and education level, and our relationships with friends and family all have considerable impacts on health, whereas the more commonly considered factors such as access and use of health care services often have less of an impact.

o Income and social status - higher income and social status are linked to better health.

o Education – low education levels are linked with poor health, more stress and lower self-confidence.

o Physical environment – safe water and clean air, healthy workplaces, safe houses, communities and roads all contribute to good health.

o Social support networks – greater support from families, friends and communities is linked to better health. Culture - customs and traditions, and the beliefs of the family and community all affect health.

o Health services - access and use of services that prevent and treat disease influences health

Some Factors that directly affects health are following:

Mental: Our state of mind can have a great impact on how body responds to stress, digestion and immune system.

Nutrition: Depending on the variety and types of foods a person eats . It determines overall wellbeing

Exercise : Muscles need to move and stretch in order to function properly.

Genetics - inheritance plays a part in determining lifespan, healthiness and the likelihood of developing certain illnesses. Personal behavior and coping skills – balanced eating, keeping active, smoking, drinking, and how we deal with life’s stresses and challenges all affect health.

social :If a person frequently go out with friends to drink or eat fatty foods as a way to hangout it could seriously be affecting health.

There are many things we can do to improve and maintain our physical and mental health , including:o eat healthy and well balanced diet.o get regular exercise throughout the week.o early to bed and early to rise.o get enough sleep so that feel refreshed when wake.o Drink plenty of water.o avoid junk food.o Do not eat in front of the TV, a computer or while

reading a newspaper.o Laugh every day, several times a day.o  Avoid sugary and rich/fried food.opositive thinking is very essential in order to be

healthy.

For Good Health

What is a medicine?

Medicines are any substances that are meant to change the way our body deals with an illness or injury or to maintain our health and wellbeing.

Medicine is incredibly important to us we need medicine because that it helps us to maintain or restore our health prevent of disease, injury and other damage to body or mind.

Medicine can cure illness, boost immunities, provide extra nutrients and vitamins that the body can't produce or consume on a daily diet.

 

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These days, medicines come from a variety of sources. Many are developed from substances found in nature, and many are extracted from plants. For example, one medicine that is used to treat certain cancers comes from the Pacific yew tree.Some medicines are produced in a laboratory by mixing together a number of chemicals. Others, like penicillin, are byproducts of organisms such as fungus. And a few medicines are even biologically engineered by inserting genes into bacteria that make them produce the desired substance. Medicines are useful to curb down your illness. Medicines consumed along with nutritional diet and adequate rest will help in restoring our body from illness. Always remember to take precautions while consuming medicines in order to prevent from future complications.

When we think about taking medications, we often think of pills. But medications can be delivered in many ways, such as:

Liquids that are swallowed (like cough syrup). Drops that are put into ears or eyes. Creams, gels, or ointments that are rubbed onto the

skin. Inhalers (like nasal sprays or asthma inhalers). Patches that are stuck to skin ( called transdermal

patches). Tablets that are placed under the tongue (called

sublingual medicines; the medication is absorbed into blood vessels and enters the bloodstream).

Injections (shots) or intravenous (inserted into a vein) medications.

Always take medicines as per advice and prescribed by Doctor.

Always purchase medicines from license seller. Always check the Expiry date before purchasing a

medicine. Always ask for bill on purchase of medicine . Always keep the medicines away from sun light and heat. Always store the medicines as mentioned on the label for

e.g. cool place or refrigerator as required. Always keep medicines out of reach of children. Do not use medicines internally when labeled for

“External use only”. Do not consume medicines empty stomach.

Precautions while taking medicine

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