MMC - Health Services Department

03/02/2026

Work can affect your . Unsafe conditions, discrimination, job insecurity, and bullying aren’t just work issues – they can be serious risks to your mental health.

Remember: Your employers are also responsible for fostering a work culture where you feel safe and supported

And there are steps you can take to protect your mental health:

✨ Learn management techniques
✨ Stay alert to changes in your mental health
✨ Reach out when you need support!

Talking to a trusted friend, family member, colleague, or health worker can make a real difference.

Take care of yourself. You matter!

03/02/2026

The 4 most common oral diseases are:
🔸 tooth decay
🔸 gum disease
🔸 tooth loss
🔸 oral cancers

Fortunately, most cases are preventable and can be treated in their early stages.

03/02/2026

Check in on yourself and others – do you need support today or can you give support to others? Your matters!

03/02/2026

Timely diagnosis saves lives. Take a second look 👀 at your .⁣ If you notice changes to your breasts, such as a lump, pitting of the skin or pain, go and see a health practitioner for a check-up. ⁣
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Most breast lumps are not cancerous. Those that are, can be more effectively treated if identified early.

✅ Check your breasts ⁣
✅ Get screened regularly ⁣
✅ See your doctor ⁣
✅ Get your annual mammogram done

03/02/2026

Did you know that , smoke, dust, and pollen can trigger dangerous attacks?

With the right inhaled treatment and clean air policies, we can fight back.

03/02/2026

WHO recommends limiting harmful to less than 1% of your total energy intake. You can do this by:

☑️ Avoiding foods with partially hydrogenated oils in the ingredients
☑️ Eating less processed, baked and fried foods

Learn more 🔗http://bit.ly/42oIBG3

29/01/2026

The longer you stay away from to***co, the healthier you get.

29/01/2026

For healthy diets, eat a variety of minimally processed and unprocessed foods to ensure you get enough essential micronutrients while reducing unhealthy fats, sugars and salt.

🥗🫛🍊🥑 Choose fruits, vegetables, whole grains, pulses, nuts and seeds with limited to moderate amounts of animal source foods such as fish, lean meat and dairy.

Aim for:
☑️ Adequacy (enough nutrients),
☑️ Balance (protein, fats and carbs),
☑️ Moderation (less of what harms our health),
☑️ Diversity (different food groups).

Individual needs may vary.

29/01/2026

It can be difficult to know how to reach out or help a child or a young person who is experiencing mental health challenges.

Get started by:
🔹 Listening without judgment
🔹 Acknowledge their feelings and experiences
🔹 Let them know that you are there for them
🔹 Help them find support

29/01/2026

When should women👩 start screening for cervical cancer?
And how frequently should they get screened? 🤔

🟢 Women are typically screened by the age of 30.
They should repeat the screening every 5 to 10 years if they test negative.

29/01/2026

You can take steps to support your mental health and well-being every day!

Learn these techniques to manage stress and stay alert about any changes in your mental health. Remember, it's okay to ask for help when you need it. Whether you confide in a trusted friend, a family member, a colleague, a supervisor, or a health professional—talking through difficult times can improve mental health.

Take care of yourself. You matter!

Remember: Your employers are also responsible for fostering a work culture where you feel safe and supported.

29/01/2026