Dose of PharmLife

In this episode, Dr. Patricia Dzefi tells us more about what hypertension is -causes, risk factors and management This episode is the first of a series to provide you with all there is to know about the "silent killer" I hope you learn a lot from this episode. Have any questions? Feel free to slide into my DM via Instagram @esinamabusah https://www.instagram.com/esinamabusah?igsh=MTNrd3YyejNhcXptc...

Hi famm! I've missed you too much! Well, this is just a lil' public service announcement Spread the word...."DOSE OF PHARMLIFE IS BACK!" And we are starting off with a quick QnA. Have any questions you'd like me to answer...?? Leave them here as a comment Also, follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/esinamabusah/ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/esinamabusah X: h...

Hypertension is that one friend which tries to make its way in every one's business! Hypertension is a silent killer and the starting point for major heart related conditions. Today's episode gives a brief overview about what hypertension is and its associated risk factors Every Tuesday I release a new episode of the podcast Send suggestions and comments to: doseofpharmlife@gmail.com OR dm/pm Face...

In today's episode, we look briefly at what STIs are, some examples, how to identify them and certain factors which increase your risk of contracting one. Every Tuesday I release a new episode of the podcast Send suggestions and comments to: doseofpharmlife@gmail.com OR dm/pm Facebook - @EsinamAbusah Twitter - @EsinamAbusah Instagam - @esinamabusah

A happy new year to you! January happens to be "Cervical Cancer Awareness" month and it is for this reason that the very first episode of the podcast is about cervical cancer. Hopefully, we all learn a thing or two from this episode. Welcome to 2022! Every Tuesday I release a new episode of the podcast Send suggestions and comments to: doseofpharmlife@gmail.com OR dm/pm Facebook - @EsinamAbusah Tw...

In anaemia, there is reduced levels of red blood cells and this causes symptoms such as tiredness, dizziness and weakness. Did you know that there are different types and anaemia and that the kind of food we consume has a huge part to play? If there is any any questions you have concerning this particular episode, kindly follow the instructions below. I'd be glad to here form you! Also, do SHARE t...

There is this school of thought which says that avocados are bad for your health because they contain cholesterol. Is this true? Do avocados contain cholesterol at all? Every Tuesday I release a new episode of the podcast Send suggestions and comments to: doseofpharmlife@gmail.com OR dm/pm Facebook - @EsinamAbusah Twitter - @EsinamAbusah Instagam - @esinamabusah

Ever wondered why some medicines are avoided in pregnancy. Do you think using those medicines have any ramifications? Every Tuesday I release a new episode of the podcast Send suggestions and comments to: doseofpharmlife@gmail.com OR dm/pm Facebook - @EsinamAbusah Twitter - @EsinamAbusah Instagam - @esinamabusah

Diarrhea is one of those topics is so uncomfortable for people to talk about and for that reason, there are a lot of misconceptions about it. And for that reason I debunk some myths in this episode. Every Tuesday I release a new episode of the podcast Send suggestions and comments to: doseofpharmlife@gmail.com OR dm/pm Facebook - @EsinamAbusah Twitter - @EsinamAbusah Instagam - @esinamabusah

I look at what painful menstrual cramps are, the types and some management options available. Every Tuesday I release a new episode of the podcast Send suggestions and comments to: doseofpharmlife@gmail.com OR dm/pm Facebook - @EsinamAbusah Twitter - @EsinamAbusah Instagam - @esinamabusah

Guess what?? A girl is done with pharmacy school and that same girl is coming in hot!!! Do well to check out my blog at www.doseofpharmlife.wordpress.com Every Tuesday I release a new episode of the podcast Send suggestions and comments to: doseofpharmlife@gmail.com OR dm/pm Facebook - facebook.com/esinamabusah Twitter - twitter.com/EsinamAbusah Instagam - instagram.com/esinamabusah

This is a comeback!...Lol I have been away for a long while and just when I was thinking about it, I came across an insta-story which was talking about fibroids. And that inspired this episode. Have a listen to this episode and let's learn a thing or two! Welcome to today's episode  Every Tuesday I release a new episode of the podcast Send suggestions and comments to: doseofpharmlife@gmail.co...

Hi you! Welcome to yet another episode of Dose of PharmLife podcast. So a listener asked a question about " taking your medication with other fluids other than water" . So in this particular episode, I answer this question. Have a listen and do remember to SHARE, LIKE, and RATE! Every Tuesday I release a new episode of the podcast Send suggestions and comments to: doseofpharmlife@gmail.com OR dm/p...

I am super excited about this episode because it is one after a much needed break! This episode seeks to educate us about the best way to take our medicines. I answered questions such as What does it mean to take your medicine on an empty stomach? What does it mean to take medicine with food? How do i take my medicine if the instruction says "to be taken three or two times a day?" If there is any...

Peptic ulcer disease occurs when there is a break in the protective lining of the gastrointestinal tract. Peptic ulcers can be treated and managed. In today's episode, we delve a bit more into what peptic ulcer is all about. Every Tuesday I release a new episode of the podcast Send suggestions and comments to: doseofpharmlife@gmail.com OR dm/pm Facebook - @EsinamAbusah Twitter - @EsinamAbusah Inst...

Something happened... Let's unravel the somtin Every Tuesday I release a new episode of the podcast Send suggestions and comments to: doseofpharmlife@gmail.com OR dm/pm Facebook - @EsinamAbusah Twitter - @EsinamAbusah Instagam - @esinamabusah

Did you know that there are some groups/classes of medications that do not require you to crush or break them. Let's find out today's episode Every Tuesday I release a new episode of the podcast Send suggestions and comments to: doseofpharmlife@gmail.com OR dm/pm Facebook - @EsinamAbusah Twitter - @EsinamAbusah Instagam - @esinamabusah

Have you ever missed a dose of your medications? Be it intentional or unintentional. Hey, it happens but it should definitely not become a habit Let's talk about what to do when you miss a dose... Every Tuesday I release a new episode of the podcast Send suggestions and comments to: doseofpharmlife@gmail.com OR dm/pm Facebook - @EsinamAbusah Twitter - @EsinamAbusah Instagam - @esinamabusah

Happy New Month! Ghana has received her first consignment of the COVID-19 vaccine and everyone has mixed feelings about this vaccine wahala. So with this episode, I intend to give you a brief overview of: what vaccines are how they work The AstraZeneca COVID vaccine Every Tuesday I release a new episode of the podcast Send suggestions and comments to: doseofpharmlife@gmail.com OR dm/pm Facebook -...

If small and mighty was a drug... folic acid would definitely be it! Folic acid (vitamin B9) is a micronutrient needed by the body for so many functions. Women of childbearing age are advised to take folic acid. So why all the fuss about it? Every Tuesday I release a new episode of the podcast Send suggestions and comments to: doseofpharmlife@gmail.com OR dm/pm Facebook - @EsinamAbusah Twitter - @...

Happy New Year lovelies! And even more so a Happy new Month...It's been a minute...lol or rather more like a century But i hope that you are good Now to today's episode. Its just two words I have for you MASK UP! ...as simple as ABC Every Tuesday I release a new episode of the podcast  Send suggestions and comments to: doseofpharmlife@gmail.com  OR   dm/pm  Facebook - @Esi...

Let's find out in today's episode it it matters "when" and "how" we take our medications Ev ery Tuesday I release a new episode of the podcast Send suggestions and comments to: doseofpharmlife@gmail.com OR dm/pm Facebook - @EsinamAbusah Twitter - @EsinamAbusah Instagam - @esinamabusah

Did you know that the way you store your medications plays an important role in the way the medication will work? Did you also know that proper storage has a huge role to play in the expiration of medications? This episodes highlights certain things we need to take note of when storing our medicines! Every Tuesday I release a new episode of the podcast  Send suggestions and comments to: doseo...

Expired drugs...are they safe? Can one safely take a medication if it has reached the drug expiration date? Every Tuesday I release a new episode of the podcast  Send suggestions and comments to: doseofpharmlife@gmail.com  OR   dm/pm  Facebook - @EsinamAbusah  Twitter - @EsinamAbusah  Instagam - @esinamabusah

Yaaaaayyyy....it's the first and  last month of the year and also the festive season.  As we make merry and celebrate, let's remember to stay healthy! In this episode, I share 10ways by which we can stay healthy during the festivities. E very Tuesday I release a new episode of the podcast Send suggestions and comments to: doseofpharmlife@gmail.com OR dm/pm Facebook - @Esinam Ama Abusah T...