Dr.Francis & Associates

17/11/2025

Creating a Diabetes-Friendly Workplace Begins with Awareness — and Action.

Diabetes affects millions worldwide, but with the right workplace support, employees can thrive, stay healthy, and perform at their best.

At Dr. Francis & Associates Family Health & Wellness Centre Ltd., we’re committed to promoting healthier work environments with simple, impactful strategies that make a real difference.

Here are 7 ways employers can support diabetes care at work:
1️⃣ Provide a safe, private space for diabetes management
2️⃣ Ensure access to food, water, bathroom facilities & breaks for medical needs
3️⃣ Offer flexible work arrangements (part-time or remote options)
4️⃣ Encourage physical activity through wellness programmes
5️⃣ Provide mental health and emotional support services
6️⃣ Organise regular diabetes screenings
7️⃣ Share diabetes education resources in the workplace

A supportive workplace doesn’t just improve health — it boosts productivity, morale, and long-term wellbeing. 🌿

📢 Let’s build workplaces that prioritise Awareness, Support, and Prevention.
Save this post, share it with HR teams, and spread the message. Every workplace can do more. 💼💙

14/11/2025

14/11/2025

World Diabetes Day 2025 — Diabetes and the Workplace

Your health doesn’t clock out when you do — and neither should your awareness.

This year, Dr. Francis & Associates joins the global movement to highlight how diabetes affects productivity, energy, mental focus, and overall well-being in the workplace. Whether you’re an employee, employer, or team leader, early detection and support can save lives — and careers.

💙 Why Workplace Diabetes Awareness Matters:
✔ Early prevention reduces long-term complications
✔ Healthy teams create healthier organizations
✔ Supportive work environments encourage better management
✔ Screening saves lives — and empowers people

At Dr. Francis & Associates, we believe that awareness, support, and prevention must be part of every workspace. Let’s build a culture where health comes first, and no one faces diabetes alone.

📞 1-868-342-5577 / 719-7149
📧 doctorfrancisoffice@gmail.com
📍 #370 Bonne Aventure Road, Gasparillo

Save this post, share it with your colleagues, and help us spread awareness.
Together, we create healthier workplaces. 💙

12/11/2025

World Pneumonia Day 2025 | Awareness | Education | Hope

Every breath matters.

Pneumonia continues to be one of the world’s most deadly — yet preventable — respiratory infections. It affects millions of people each year, from young children to older adults, often striking silently until it’s too late.

This World Pneumonia Day, we stand together in raising awareness, promoting early diagnosis, and encouraging vaccination and healthy habits that protect your lungs and save lives.

💡 Protect yourself and your loved ones:
✅ Wash hands regularly
✅ Avoid smoking and secondhand smoke
✅ Get vaccinated against pneumonia and flu
✅ See a doctor for persistent cough, fever, or breathing difficulty

Together, we can build a world where no one dies from a preventable disease. 💙

📍 Visit Dr. Francis & Associates Family Health & Wellness Centre Ltd for pneumonia screening, vaccination, and full respiratory health checkups.

📞 1-868-342-5577 / 719-7149
📧 doctorfrancisoffice@gmail.com

10/11/2025

protect against unplanned pregnancy and most s*xually transmitted infections, including HIV, gonorrhoea, chlamydia, and syphilis.

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10/11/2025

Is consuming a sugar-rich diet the root cause of diabetes in sweet T&T?

Dr. Marie-Joanna Francis has some thoughts on the matter.

Have a read!

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08/11/2025

LUNG CANCER: Know the Symptoms — Early Detection Saves Lives!

Lung cancer often hides in plain sight. Its symptoms can appear mild at first — a cough, some fatigue, a little shortness of breath — but recognizing them early can make all the difference.

Here’s how to remember the signs — just think BREATHE:
B – Blood when you spit or cough
R – Recurring respiratory infections
E – Enduring cough that’s different from your usual
A – Ache or pain in your shoulder, back, or chest
T – Trouble breathing
H – Hoarseness or wheezing
E – Exhaustion or weakness

🚨 Don’t ignore the warning signs.
If you or someone you know is experiencing any of these symptoms, speak to a doctor today. Early screening and medical attention could save your life.

📍 Visit Dr. Francis & Associates Family Health & Wellness Centre Ltd for compassionate care and professional screening.
📞 1-868-342-5577 / 719-7149
📧 doctorfrancisoffice@gmail.com

06/11/2025

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month — a time to raise awareness, support early detection, and encourage healthier choices for a stronger, longer life.

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths worldwide, claiming 1.8 million lives every year — but early detection and prevention can save countless more.

🚭 Know Your Risk Factors:
⚠️ Smoking or exposure to second-hand smoke
⚠️ Family history of lung cancer
⚠️ Air pollution or long-term exposure to carcinogens (like asbestos)
⚠️ Radiation therapy to the chest

👩‍⚕️ What You Can Do:
✔️ Avoid or quit smoking
✔️ Protect yourself from harmful pollutants
✔️ Get screened regularly if you’re at risk
✔️ Encourage loved ones to do the same

💡 Early diagnosis saves lives. Talk to your healthcare provider today about lung screening options — especially if you have a history of smoking or exposure.

📍 Visit Dr. Francis & Associates Family Health & Wellness Centre Ltd.
📞 Call 1-868-342-5577 / 719-7149 or email doctorfrancisoffice@gmail.com

Let’s breathe easier — together. 💙

06/11/2025

03/11/2025

Take a deep breath — because every one counts. 💙

This November, Dr. Francis & Associates joins the global fight against lung cancer.
Lung Cancer Awareness Month reminds us that early detection saves lives and that every screening brings hope to patients and families.

✅ Know your risks
✅ Get screened early
✅ Encourage someone you love to do the same

Together, we can breathe hope, spread awareness, and stand strong against one of the world’s deadliest cancers.

📅 Visit us this month for professional guidance, screening information, and compassionate support from our dedicated team.
📍 #370 Bonne Aventure Road, Gasparillo
📞 1-868-342-5577 | 719-7149

Awareness | Support | Hope — Let’s fight lung cancer together.

03/11/2025

31/10/2025

Five Signs It's Not STRESS, It's BURNOUT!

These are five common signs of Burnout. If you experience any of these, it's time to start a self-care routine.

Your Mental Health matters!