Spina bifida is a birth defect that falls under the category of neural tube defects
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This defect can occur anywhere on the spine
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Spina bifida can range from mild to severe, and it may
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https://www.moh.gov.sa/en/awarenessplateform/VariousTopics/Pages/SpinaBifida.aspx
Vitiligo is a chronic, non-contagious skin disorder causing white patches on body parts
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Prevention There is no way to prevent vitiligo, but awareness of signs is the most
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https://www.moh.gov.sa/en/awarenessplateform/VariousTopics/Pages/Vitiligo.aspx
Overview:
- Head lice are small parasitic insects that live on the scalp where they lay their
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Prevention:
- The whole family must be checked for lice especially those sharing the same
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https://www.moh.gov.sa/en/awarenessplateform/VariousTopics/Pages/Lice.aspx
Measles is a contagious viral disease that usually affects children
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The patient can transmit the virus during the incubation period (before the onset of symptoms
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Prevention
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https://www.moh.gov.sa/en/awarenessplateform/VariousTopics/Pages/Measels.aspx
Smoking is often the main cause of lung cancer
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Usually, there are no symptoms for lung cancer in its
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Prevention Quit smoking Avoid secondhand smoke Test your home for radon Avoid
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https://www.moh.gov.sa/en/awarenessplateform/ChronicDisease/Pages/LungCancer.aspx
Preterm babies (premature birth) have medical problems and need special healthcare
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Chronic health issues (e.g. asthma) Prevention Preterm births cannot be prevented
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https://www.moh.gov.sa/en/awarenessplateform/ChildsHealth/Pages/PrematureBabies.aspx
Fish is important for cardiovascular health, brain health & cognitive function, but red meat
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in a balanced diet may contribute to the prevention of metabolic disorders, including type 2
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https://www.moh.gov.sa/en/awarenessplateform/VariousTopics/Pages/Benefits-of-Fish-Consumption.aspx
Gout Disease Definition: Gout is characterized by sudden, severe attacks of pain, swelling, redness and tenderness in the joints, often the
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Prevention: 1. Maintain a healthy weight
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https://www.moh.gov.sa/en/awarenessplateform/VariousTopics/Documents/Gout Disease.pdf
Disability Disability definition: Disability is a permanent or long-term total or partial
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Unknown causes Prevention: Some types of disabilities caused by chronic diseases can be
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https://www.moh.gov.sa/en/awarenessplateform/VariousTopics/Documents/Disability.pdf
A kidney transplant is a surgical procedure aimed at placing a healthy kidney from a deceased or living donor into a person with severe renal
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The patient only needs prevention by
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https://www.moh.gov.sa/en/awarenessplateform/VariousTopics/Pages/OrganDonation.aspx