BHCI Student Health Service Department

To our School Physician and Medical Director!

Today, we celebrate not only a remarkable leader in healthcare but also a mentor and motherly figure to our school community.

Your dedication, compassion, and unwavering commitment to the well-being of our students and employees continue to inspire us every day.

Thank you for your guidance, wisdom, and genuine care. May this special day bring you good health, happiness, and the same kindness you selflessly share with others.

From your BHCI - Student Health Service Dept. family, Happy Birthday, Dra. Maxino!

Hepatitis B Awareness:
Protect Your Liver!

Hepatitis B is a serious viral infection that affects the liver, causing symptoms like fatigue, jaundice, abdominal pain, and liver inflammation. If left untreated, it can lead to complications such as cirrhosis and liver cancer.

How is Hepatitis B transmitted?
Through blood
Unprotected s*x
Needle sharing
From mother to child during birth
💉 Vaccinate and Protect Yourself: The Hepatitis B vaccine is a 3-dose series that is highly effective in preventing the infection, protecting your liver, and preventing the spread of HBV.

Get vaccinated and safeguard your liver for the long term! Let's all take action towards better health!

Diseases are not just about infections; they often result from a combination of lifestyle factors. What you eat, how much exercise you get, the sleep you get, and the thoughts you think all play a crucial role in your health. Poor diet choices, lack of physical activity, and poor sleep hygiene can create a perfect storm for illness to develop over time.

Toxins you absorb, stress you experience, and the anger you hold within also contribute to the body’s deteriorating health. These factors not only affect your physical state but also have a major impact on your mental well-being. Toxic thinking and unresolved emotional issues can weaken your immune system, making it more vulnerable to disease.

Taking control of these factors means improving your diet, exercising regularly, managing stress, and letting go of anger. By focusing on emotional and physical health, you can prevent disease and lead a more fulfilling life. Start by addressing these core aspects for a healthier body and mind. 🧘‍♀️❤️

🔥 Calories Burned by Aerobic Exercises

Health & Fitness Education

Understanding how many calories you burn during different aerobic exercises can help motivate healthier choices and support your fitness goals.

🚶‍♀️ Low-impact exercises
Activities like walking and cycling are great for maintaining overall fitness. They burn calories steadily, are easy on the joints, and are ideal for long-term consistency.

🏃‍♂️ Moderate to high-intensity exercises
Exercises such as running, rowing, and jump rope burn more calories in a shorter time. These are excellent options if your goal is fat burning and improved cardiovascular endurance.

💡 Best results come from balance
Combining different aerobic exercises with a balanced diet helps improve energy, strength, and overall health—making it easier to reach weight-loss or fitness goals.

🏃‍♀️💪 Move more, eat well, and stay consistent.

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📚 Reference

📘 Source (page): Ayurveda by Curejoy

For general health education only. Exercise intensity should be adjusted based on individual health status.

📌 OFFICIAL CLINIC ADVISORY

To all Students and Employees:

Please be informed that the School Clinic will be CLOSED from January 5 to January 8, 2026.

Regular clinic operations will RESUME on January 9, 2026.
Likewise, vaccination services will resume on January 9, 2026.

Students and employees who wish to avail of clinic services and vaccinations are advised to secure an appointment by sending a message through this official FB Page or by contacting the clinic at 0916-949-5926.

Your cooperation and understanding are highly appreciated.

Thank you.

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School Clinic / Student Health Services Department

🧠🦠 Parkinson’s Disease & the Gut–Brain Connection

New Research Insight

New research has found that people with Parkinson’s disease tend to have fewer gut microbes capable of producing two important B-vitamins:
💊 Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)
💊 Biotin (Vitamin B7)

These beneficial microbes normally help maintain the intestinal mucus barrier by producing short-chain fatty acids and polyamines. When their numbers decrease:

⚠️ The mucus barrier becomes thinner
⚠️ Intestinal permeability increases (“leaky gut”)
⚠️ Toxins may more easily reach the nervous system

Researchers believe these toxins may trigger the formation of α-synuclein protein clumps, which damage nerve cells and contribute to the motor and cognitive decline seen in Parkinson’s disease.

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🔬 What makes this finding important?

✔️ The same vitamin-production deficit was observed across different countries, suggesting a consistent biological pattern
✔️ Researchers propose that B2 and B7 supplementation may help slow or halt disease progression in some patients
✔️ Considered a low-cost, low-risk strategy, though more studies are needed

This research highlights the powerful role of the gut–brain axis and how microbial metabolism may influence neurodegenerative diseases—opening new possibilities for early intervention through diet and supplements.

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⚠️ Important Reminder

This is not a cure.
The study does not yet prove that B-vitamin supplements will stop or reverse Parkinson’s in all individuals. Gut microbiome differences mean responses may vary. Still, it is an exciting and promising area of research in Parkinson’s management.

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📚 Reference

🧠 Source: Doctor Asky – page
📄 Research Paper DOI: 10.1038/s41531-024-00724-z

🛡️ How to Improve Your Immunity—Naturally 🧬

Research shows that you can support and strengthen your immune system—but not through instant “boosts.”

🔹 You can’t boost immunity overnight—
but you can steadily upgrade it through healthy, sustainable habits.

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⚖️ Immunity Is About Balance

A healthy immune system responds appropriately, not excessively.
• Too little activity → higher risk of infections
• Too much activity → chronic inflammation, allergies, autoimmune disease

Immunologist Sunil Ahuja introduced the idea of an “immune grade,” based on the balance of CD4 and CD8 T cells.
✔️ Better immune grades are linked to:
• Stronger vaccine responses
• Lower hospitalization rates
• Reduced mortality risk

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💊 What Really Helps (and What Doesn’t)

❌ High-dose vitamin C – little evidence it prevents colds
✔️ Zinc, when taken early in infection – may modestly shorten symptoms

🌱 Long-term immune support comes from gut health
• Fibre-rich foods
• Diverse diets
• Fermented foods

These nourish the gut microbiome, which plays a major role in immune regulation and inflammation control.

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🏃‍♀️ Lifestyle & Mindset Matter

✔️ Moderate exercise (brisk walking, light jogging):
• Improves immune surveillance
• Boosts T-cell production
• Reduces inflammation

⚠️ Excessive, intense training:
• Raises cortisol
• Can temporarily suppress immunity

🌿 Spices & natural compounds
• Ginger – mild anti-inflammatory benefits
• Turmeric (curcumin) – strong effects in animals, limited absorption in humans

🧠 Mental health & stress
• Chronic stress disrupts hormone signaling
• Weakens immune responses
• Reduces vaccine effectiveness
• Even anticipating illness can alter immune cell activity

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📌 Key Takeaway

A strong immune system is built through:
✅ Balanced nutrition
✅ Gut health
✅ Regular moderate activity
✅ Stress management
✅ Consistent healthy habits

There are no shortcuts, but there is science-backed progress.

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📚 References

📘 Source (FB Page): Science Squad by Hashem Al-Ghaili

Additional Reading (APA style):
• Davis, D. (n.d.). Immune system balance and the impact of stress hormones. Immunology Research and Commentary.
• Li, Y., et al. (2021). Exercise, immune regulation, and infection risk: A review. Frontiers in Immunology.

🌿 Natural Ways to Relieve Nasal & Chest Congestion 🌿

Nasal and chest congestion can be incredibly uncomfortable, but simple natural remedies can help ease symptoms and support recovery.

🍯 Honey with Ginger
Honey helps soothe the throat while ginger’s anti-inflammatory properties may reduce congestion and ease breathing. This combination is commonly used to help relieve colds and respiratory discomfort.

💨 Steam Inhalation
Inhaling warm steam helps loosen mucus, clear blocked nasal passages, and soothe irritated airways. It can provide quick relief, especially during colds or flu.

🥛 Turmeric Milk (Golden Milk)
Turmeric is known for its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. Drinking warm turmeric milk may help reduce chest congestion and support lung health.

✨ These natural remedies may provide safe and gentle relief when experiencing colds, flu, or seasonal congestion.

📌 If symptoms persist, worsen, or are accompanied by fever or difficulty breathing, please consult a healthcare professional.

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📚 Reference

📝 Source: Ayurveda by Curejoy posts shared on Facebook (Natural Remedies Nasal And Chest Congestion