{"id":98225,"date":"2015-09-01T11:43:24","date_gmt":"2015-09-01T09:43:24","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/germistoncitynews.co.za\/?p=98225"},"modified":"2015-09-01T11:43:24","modified_gmt":"2015-09-01T09:43:24","slug":"take-control-of-your-chronic-disease","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/develop.citizen.co.za\/germiston-city-news\/lifestyle-news\/2015\/09\/01\/take-control-of-your-chronic-disease\/","title":{"rendered":"Take control of your chronic disease"},"content":{"rendered":"

This year the specific theme is \u201cChronic diseases: Take control\u201d.
\nA chronic disease is a long lasting condition. Although it may not be cured, it can be managed. Common chronic diseases include high blood pressure, diabetes and asthma, although there are many more.
\nMany chronic diseases can be improved by:
\n*<\/strong> Healthy lifestyle choices such as:
\nEating vegetables and fruits as often as possible.
\nBeing physically active for 30 minutes a day, at least five times a week.
\nNot smoking or using tobacco products.
\nReducing salt and sugar intake.
\n*<\/strong> Taking your medicines properly:
\nYour pharmacist can help you understand how to take your medicine.
\nEvery medicine should be taken at the correct dose, in the correct way and at the correct time.
\nContinue to take your medicine even if you are feeling well.
\nDo not share your medicine.
\nIf you have problems with your medicine, ask your pharmacist.<\/p>\n

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