Mehreen Aslam
Mehreen Aslam is a frequent contributor to RN Journal with 2 articles published to date.
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Obesity Control Nurse Specialist
Tags: Body Mass Index Obesity Weight
Obesity is a complex state described by excessive body fat. It is an ailment that increases the risk of emerging severe illnesses like heart and metabolic disease. According to WHO report 2020, approximately 2000 million adults are overweight and 500 million are obese worldwide, comprising 11 % men and 15 % women, or more than half a billion. Overweight and obesity have increased dramatically in the last 40 years. Obesity can easily be managed by choosing a healthy meal, more regular exercise, and controlling oneself.
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Nurses' Role in Promoting Food Safety Practices
Tags: Food poisoning Food safety
Every year, nearly one out of every ten persons in the world has a foodborne illness, with 420,000 people dying as a result. Foodborne sickness, also known as "food poisoning," is caused when disease-causing germs or pathogens contaminate food. Vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal discomfort as well as fever, headache, and body soreness – are common indications of foodborne illness. Some kitchen-based measures that a nurse can promote to reduce the prevalence of food-borne illnesses are by organizing awareness campaigns in the community.
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