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Evidence-based insights from our multidisciplinary team at Ssentis Medical Centre.

Featured Articles

Highlighted clinical topics curated by our senior medical team.

Cardiology

Hypertension Guidelines 2025

Updated JNC 8 recommendations for primary care management of high blood pressure, including lifestyle modifications and pharmacologic therapy for Busukuma patients.

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Respiratory

Asthma Management Protocols

GINA 2025 inhaler techniques and stepwise approach to asthma control, emphasizing correct device usage and trigger avoidance strategies.

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Endocrinology

Gestational Diabetes Care

Comprehensive dietary and monitoring protocols for expectant mothers, including blood glucose targets and postpartum follow-up recommendations.

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Latest Updates

Quick-read summaries of recent clinical developments.

Malaria Treatment Advances

Updated ACT regimens and integrated vector control strategies for effective malaria management in endemic regions.

June 2025 8 min read

Osteoporosis Screening Guidelines

Prevention strategies and bone density screening recommendations for postmenopausal women and at-risk populations.

May 2025 6 min read

Child Development Milestones

Key developmental markers in the first 24 months, including motor, language, and social-emotional growth indicators.

April 2025 10 min read

Diabetic Retinopathy Screening

Importance of annual eye examinations for diabetic patients and early detection of retinal changes to prevent vision loss.

March 2025 5 min read

Quick Reference Topics

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Periodontal Disease

Links between oral health and systemic conditions including cardiovascular disease.

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Antibiotic Stewardship

Preventing antimicrobial resistance through responsible prescribing practices.

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Post-Operative Care

Evidence-based wound management and recovery protocols for home-based patients.

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Mental Health First Aid

Recognizing early signs of depression and anxiety in primary care settings.

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In-Depth Clinical Reviews

Click to expand detailed clinical discussions from our specialists.

Cardiovascular Risk Assessment

A comprehensive approach to evaluating cardiovascular risk using Framingham and WHO risk charts. Includes lipid profile interpretation, lifestyle counseling, and statin therapy initiation thresholds. Regular monitoring every 6-12 months is recommended for high-risk patients.

Key takeaway: Early intervention reduces lifetime cardiovascular events by up to 40%.
Immunization Schedules 2025

Updated national immunization schedule covering routine childhood vaccines, maternal tetanus protection, and adult booster doses. Special emphasis on HPV vaccination for adolescents and pneumococcal vaccines for the elderly.

Key takeaway: Catch-up vaccination is safe and effective for missed doses.
Nutritional Management of MAM

Moderate Acute Malnutrition management protocols using ready-to-use supplementary foods, community-based approaches, and integration with primary healthcare services for sustainable outcomes.

Key takeaway: Community health workers play a vital role in early detection and referral.
WASH & Disease Prevention

Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene interventions reduce diarrheal diseases by up to 50%. This article reviews evidence-based WASH strategies for households and healthcare facilities in semi-urban settings.

Key takeaway: Hand hygiene alone can reduce healthcare-associated infections by 30%.

Knowledge is the foundation of quality healthcare delivery.