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World Sickle Cell DaySickle cell anemia is a disease in which the body produces abnormally shaped red blood cells like a sickle or crescent DiabetesDiabetes is a chronic disease of high blood glucose (sugar) level than the normal level, and is due to either the pancreas not producing enough insulin or reduced tissues sensitivity, or both. Insulin: A hormone produced by the pancreas to help control and maintain blood glucose Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is an umbrella term used to describe progressive lung diseases, including emphysema and chronic bronchitis, causing airflow obstruction Lung CnacerLung cancer is the term used to describe the growth of abnormal cells lining the trachea inside the lung. These cells divide and grow more rapidly than normal cells. They are cancerous cells that combine to form a cluster or tumor in the lung PolioPoliomyelitis (polio) is a contagious viral illness which is often characterizes by acute onset of flaccid paralysis (polio infection occurs in the digestive tract, then spread to nearby lymph nodes, and in few cases infection is transmitted to the central nervous system). OsteoporosisOsteoporosis is a disease characterized by a decrease in bone density and strength, that's to say, bones become more fragile and breakable, with the presence of abnormal pores, taking the shape of sponge. The disorder weakens bones and increases their susceptibility to fractures such as the fractures of spine and thighbone. Climate change, food and agricultureOur everyday actions, decisions and behavior all have an impact on the climate. Climate change is affecting the health of our planet and changing our world. It is causing more natural disasters and environmental problems, which make it harder for us to grow food Make Hand washing a Habit!Hand washing with water and soap is one of the most effective and inexpensive way to prevent the spread of many kinds of pathogenic infections such as diarrhea and pneumonia, the major cause of mortality among children. Also, handwashing with water and soap helps to avoid skin and eye infection and the spread of seasonal flu ArthritisArthritis is inflammation of one or more of your joints. The main symptoms of arthritis are joint pain and stiffness, which typically worsen with age

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