Amela Pharmacy Blog | Uyo, Nigeria
Practical health tips and pharmacy guidance for families in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State and across Nigeria.
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Medication Organisation for Older Adults in Nigeria: A Calm, Practical System
A simple, Nigeria-friendly system to keep older adults’ medicines organised, avoid mix-ups, and know when to seek urgent care.
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Preventing Falls at Home in Nigeria: A Room-by-Room Plan for Older Adults
One quick slip can change family life overnight. Use this room-by-room guide to reduce fall risk for older adults at home in Nigeria.
Home Blood Sugar Checks in Nigeria: A Daily Routine That Works
Blood sugar checks should guide you, not scare you. Here is a practical daily routine for Nigerians with diabetes, plus common mistakes and urgent warning signs.
Community Health Screening in Uyo: How to Prepare for BP and Blood Sugar Checks
Heading to a community screening? Here’s how to get accurate BP and blood sugar results, what to bring, and when to seek urgent help.
Medicine Storage in Nigeria: Keep Your Drugs Safe Through Heat, Humidity, and Power Cuts
Heat, humidity, and power cuts can quietly ruin medicines. Here’s a practical, Nigeria‑friendly guide to safe storage that actually works at home.
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Travel Health Kit for Nigeria: What to Pack for Road Trips and Short Flights
A small, smart travel health kit can save your trip. Here’s what to pack for Nigerian road trips and short flights without overstuffing your bag.
STI Testing in Nigeria: What to Expect and How to Prepare
STI testing doesn’t have to be awkward. Here’s what to expect, how to prepare, and when to get checked so you can take care of your health with confidence.
Building a Home First‑Aid Kit in Nigeria: What to Keep and How to Use It
A practical, Nigeria‑friendly guide to building a home first‑aid kit—what to include, how to store it, and when to get urgent help.
Childhood Fever in Nigeria: What to Do First and When to Worry
Fever in children is common and scary. Here’s a calm, Nigeria‑friendly guide to checking temperature, home care, and when to seek urgent help.
Emergency Contraception in Nigeria: Timing, Options, and What to Expect
A clear, stigma-free guide to emergency contraception in Nigeria—how it works, when to take it, options you may hear about, and when to seek help.
Lower Back Pain in Nigeria: Safe Relief, Smart Movement, and Red Flags
Back pain from long sitting or lifting? Here’s a calm, Nigeria‑friendly guide to safe relief, simple movement, and when to get help.
Antibiotics for Coughs and Colds in Nigeria: When to Skip and What to Do Instead
Not every cough or catarrh needs antibiotics. Here’s how to know when to skip them, ease symptoms safely, and spot red flags early.
Folic Acid Before and Early Pregnancy in Nigeria: A Simple, Clear Guide
Folic acid is a small tablet with a big job. Here’s when to start, how much to take, and what to do if you’re already pregnant.
Paracetamol Safety in Nigeria: How to Avoid Accidental Double‑Dosing
Paracetamol is common in Nigerian homes, but it hides in many cold and flu products. Here’s how to use it safely and avoid accidental double-dosing.
Harmattan Skin Care in Nigeria: Simple, Affordable Fixes for Dry Skin and Lips
Harmattan can leave skin tight, ashy and itchy. Here’s a practical, Nigeria-friendly guide to moisturising well, protecting lips, and avoiding common mistakes.
Home Blood Pressure Checks: How to Get Accurate Readings in Nigeria
Simple, practical tips to get accurate home blood pressure readings in Nigeria—plus common mistakes, a quick checklist, and red flags to watch for.
Lassa Fever in Nigeria: Practical Prevention and Early Action
Simple, practical steps to reduce Lassa fever risk at home, spot early warning signs, and know when to seek urgent care.
Cholera Season Prep: Safe Water, ORS, and When to Seek Help
With cholera control in the news and Nigerians searching for healthier habits, here’s a clear, practical guide to prevention, ORS use, and urgent warning signs.
Healthy Diet During Nigeria’s Outbreak Season: Practical, Safe Steps
Nigeria is facing multiple outbreaks. Here’s a practical, Nigeria-friendly guide to eating well, staying hydrated, and reducing risk without falling for myths.
Healthy Eating in Nigeria: Simple Habits That Support Steady Blood Sugar
Nigerians are searching for healthier diets right now. Here’s a practical, local guide to eating well, managing weight, and keeping blood sugar steady.