Carolina Medical Clinic, Lab, Pharmacy

Happy Emancipation Day, Turks and Caicos!

Emancipation Day is a public holiday in the Turks and Caicos Islands that commemorates the abolition of slavery in the British Empire. The law abolishing slavery was passed on 1 August, 1834, and was observed on the first Monday of August.

Enjoy your holiday TCI 🙂

AUGUST IS BACK TO SCHOOL PHYSICALS MONTH‼️

It's about that time to get our kids ready for school and it's the BEST TIME to get their medical check up to ensure they are strong and healthy to function at school.

Our licensed pediatrician is fluent in Creole, Spanish and English.

Schedule an appointment today or walk in.

P: 946-4367

IT IS HOTTTT OUTSIDE!!!

Protecting skin with sunscreen is crucial for several reasons. Here are some of the most important reasons why:

Prevents Skin Cancer: UV rays from the sun and tanning beds can cause damage to skin cells, leading to skin cancer.

Reduces Risk of Premature Aging: UV rays can cause premature aging of the skin, including wrinkles, fine lines, and age spots.

Prevents Hyperpigmentation: UV rays can cause hyperpigmentation, which is the appearance of dark spots or patches on the skin.

Reduces Risk of Actinic Keratoses: Actinic keratoses are small, rough patches on the skin that can develop into skin cancer.

Protects Skin from Environmental Damage: Sunscreen can also protect skin from environmental damage caused by pollution, smoke, and other airborne pollutants.

Reduces Risk of Eye Damage: UV rays can also damage the eyes, causing cataracts, macular degeneration, and eye irritation.

Here are some tips to help prevent damage from UV rays:

Clothing:

Wear protective clothing: Choose clothing that covers your skin, such as long-sleeved shirts, pants, and a wide-brimmed hat. Look for clothing with a UPF (Ultraviolet Protection Factor) rating of 50+, which means the fabric will allow only 1/50th of the sun's UV radiation to pass through.
Dress in light-colored and loose-fitting clothing: Light colors reflect UV rays, while loose-fitting clothes allow for better airflow and reduce the risk of heat stroke.

Sunscreen:

Apply sunscreen regularly: Use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with a Sun Protection Factor (SPF) of 30 or higher. Apply it 15-30 minutes before going outside and reapply every 2 hours or immediately after swimming or sweating.
Don't forget often-overlooked areas: Apply sunscreen to your ears, nose, lips, and the tops of your feet.
Use lip balm with SPF: Protect your lips from UV rays by using a lip balm with SPF.

Hats and Accessories:

Wear a hat with a brim: at least 3 inches can protect your face, neck, and ears from UV rays.
Use sunglasses: Look for sunglasses that provide 100% UV protection.
Wear a scarf or bandana

Other Tips:

Seek shade: especially during peak sun hours (10am-4pm).
Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated and reduce the risk of heat exhaustion.
Check the UV index: Plan your outdoor activities according to the UV index, which is a measure of the sun's intensity.
Use window treatments: Keep curtains and blinds closed during peak sun hours to prevent UV rays from entering your home
Use UV-blocking windows: Consider installing UV-blocking windows or window films to reduce UV radiation entering your home.
Monitor children's exposure: Be mindful of children's exposure to UV rays, especially during peak sun hours.
Use umbrellas or canopies: Use umbrellas or canopies with built-in UV protection when spending

LIVE HEALTHY TO PREVENT THIS FROM HAPPENING TO YOU!

WHAT IS THE PATHOPHYSIOLOGY OF PREECLAMPSIA?
Abnormal placentation resulting in poorly developed uterine placental spiral arterioles (vessels), which decrease uteroplacental blood flow, and oxygen to placenta during late pregnancy. The consequences lead to damage of linings of other vessels throughout the body and organs of pregnant women, including that of the kidneys.

FURTHER SYMPTOMS
severe headaches
vision problems, such as blurring or seeing flashing lights
pain just below the ribs
vomiting
sudden swelling of the feet, ankles, face and hands

COMPLICATIONS
Without immediate treatment, pre-eclampsia may lead to a number of serious complications, including:

convulsions (eclampsia)
HELLP syndrome (a combined liver and blood clotting disorder)
stroke

This year, the World Preeclampsia Day theme is "Predict Prevent Prevail".

This theme highlights a few options besides a patient's medical and pregnancy history to help predict what patients may be at risk for preeclampsia. One preventive measure is to administer prenatal aspirin to high-risk patients in the hope of delaying or preventing the onset of preeclampsia.

Stay tuned on our page for risk factors of Preeclampsia, symptoms, other preventative methods, and complications of preeclampsia.

LAUNCH OF THE TCI'S NATIONAL HEALTH SECTOR STRATEGIC PLAN

Congratulations to Hon Shaun Malcolm and the Ministry of Health & Human Services team on the launch of the TCI's National Health Sector Strategic Plan recently!

Our very own director, Dr. Hugh Malcolm had the pleasure of attending the launch, which was developed after analyzing the health profile of our nation and health systems that had to be addressed urgently.

The 8 key Strategic Directions developed includes:
1. Strengthen the capacity of the health workforce.
2. Strengthen delivery of health services based on the principles of primary healthcare.
3. Strengthen intersectoral coordination to address priority health problems
4. Strengthen the response to identify priority diseases and programs.
5. Strengthen the provisions of high-quality health services.
6. Increase access to safe, efficacious, quality, and affordable pharmaceuticals, medical supplies, and technologies.
7. Strengthen the IT system
8. Ensure the financial affordability and sustainability of the healthcare delivery.

The future of TCI's Healthcare...our Healthcare is looking bright 🌞.

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HAPPY HAITIAN FLAG DAY!

Wishing all Haitians, especially our patients, a happy Haitian Flag Day!

STRESS & HYPERTENSION

The body releases a surge of hormones when under stress. These hormones cause the heart to beat faster and the blood vessels to narrow, which causes a rise in blood pressures.

Take note of the 5 tips to cope with stress and remember any activity that releases the "Happy Hormones" will help to eleviate stress and thus hypertension.

What activities you ask?
Taking a walk
Exercising
S*x (marital 😀)
Taking a warm bath
Getting a massage

FOLLOW THESE TIPS AND YOU ARE WELL ON YOUR WAY TO A "HEALTHIER YOU."

LET'S PREVENT HYPERTENSION

HYPERTENSION is plagueing so many lives across the globe because of the many risk factors that are increasing inclusive of stress, lack of exercise, bad eating habits, poor diet, etc. Lets prevent Hypertension by finding healthy ways to cope with stress, start exercising, and eat healthy.

Visit us today and get your pressure checked for free.

HAPPY MOTHERS DAY

From all of us at Carolina Clinic and Pharmacy we wish all of you mothers a Happy Mothers Day.

Mother's Day SALE!!

Come down to CAROLINA PHARMACY and get 20% off all bath & body works products and baby products!!

Sale ends on Sunday, May 12th!! Yes we are open on Sundays too.

Joining in on the support of kids that are on the autism spectrum today and every Friday!! How are you showing your support?

Product of the Day!!

Promotes gut health: Benefiber adds bulk to the stools by absorbing water and promoting the easy passage of stools through the gut, thereby preventing constipation. It also acts as a prebiotic, which means it helps promote the growth of beneficial or “good bacteria” in the gut.

Your local island 🏝️ Pharmacy, here to take care all your health needs! 🏥

CONTACT:
📞 649-946-4367
📧 [email protected]

Open Monday - Friday 8 am to 7 pm 🕖
Open Saturday- 9 am - 5 pm 🕔
Open Sunday - 9 am - 5 pm 🕔

Stop by, have a look 👀 ask questions!

Our Pharmacy is Open on Sundays until 5 pm!! Happy Sunday!

Your local island 🏝️ Pharmacy, here to take care all your health needs! 🏥

CONTACT:
📞 649-946-4367
📧 [email protected]

Open Monday - Friday 8 am to 7 pm 🕖
Open Saturday - 9 am - 5 pm 🕔
Open Sunday - 9 am - 5 pm 🕔

Stop by, have a look 👀 ask questions!

Throat hurts❓

This product is used to temporarily help relieve symptoms such as sore throat, throat irritation, or cough (due to a cold, for example). It works by providing a cooling feeling and increasing saliva in the mouth.

Try it today! Keep it safe when needed!

Your local island 🏝️ Pharmacy, here to take care all your health needs! 🏥

CONTACT:
📞 649-946-4367
📧 [email protected]

Open Monday - Friday 8 am to 7 pm 🕖
Open Saturday- 9 am - 5 pm 🕔
Open Sunday - 9 am - 5 pm 🕔

Stop by, have a look 👀 ask questions! 🏥