Save your head, wear a helmet!

If you bury your head in the sand, you might end up losing it for good.

India heads the list of nations that loses its bread-earners to gory accidents everyday.

By ignoring the glaringly obvious fact that prevention is without doubt better than cure, we are not only endangering our lives but also the lives of our loved ones.

If by wearing a helmet, we can save our head and thereby our life,

we are paying a small price.

Prevention now comes with a new name HELMET.

Everyday, men, women and children suffer head injuries. A trip or fall, a car accident, a sports injury – these everyday injuries can range in severity from concussion to coma. Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) can be fatal or, in survivors, can produce persistent problems that significantly affect the livelihood and well-being of millions around the globe.

Helmets are the most common protective gear.

The primary goal of a helmet is to protect the wearer's head during impact, although many helmets provide additional protection such as a face shield. They protect your all-important head while you're  riding a bicycle, motorcycle, playing football, hockey, baseball, softball, biking, skateboarding, and inline skating, just to name a few!

Just wearing a helmet on your head will not do, ensure your helmet  fits snugly but comfortably, and if it has a strap — like a bike helmet does — you need to fasten it. Otherwise, it will fall off when you need it most.

Studies have consistently shown that wearing a helmet:

Reduces injury & increases a wearer's chance of surviving a crash

Does not contribute to neck injuries

Does not impair vision or hearing

As with other protective gear, a brightly colored helmet improves the user's visibility.

Unfortunately despite the best of preventive measures fall cannot always be prevented. But fall related injuries can, and must  - to enjoy and maintain a healthy and active lifestyle.

Stop, think before you proceed how precious life is, how unpredictable accidents are, and how, most importantly, we can protect ourselves from a fate worse than death  by simply wearing our helmets every ride, every time.

Women’s Right to Life, Right to Good Health!

Hi there! 21 March is World Human Rights Day. Read on about human rights for women and pass the message. 

Did you know that 1/3  of deaths among women is due to cardiovascular diseases and stroke?

Did you know that 1000 women die every day as a consequence of pregnancy and childbirth?

Did you know that 86% of women with mental health disorders do not receive adequate care?

Did you know that the future of the world lies in how healthy women are and in their health care initiatives?

Women around the world live longer than men due to biological and behavioral  advantages, but longer does not necessarily mean healthier.

The dearth of adequate health care intervention in childhood through adolescence, during the reproductive years and beyond affects women’s health in life later and across generations.

While women and men share many similar health challenges, the genetic differences are such that women require specific attention. For example some conditions or diseases such as osteoarthritis, obesity and depression are more common in women, while others such as pregnancy and menopause are unique to women.

In modern times, women all over the world are donning multifarious caps to meet their aspirations as well as cater to the various demands of the family and society.  This added dimension to the already existing dynamics of the roles a woman dons makes it imperative that women pay particular attention to their health.

Establishing healthy habits at an young age helps women lead an active and healthy life until well into old age. Adhering to nutritious eating habits and an exercise routine is expected. 

Regular health checkups and follow up routines has now become important as women do not want to take their health for granted.

As the prime nurturers of tomorrow’s generation, women have to necessarily stay informed and take care of their health.

Visit www.canrayhealth.com to know more about us. 

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Mother's Day (UK)

Here is a beautiful poem on Mother.

March 8th, is Mother's Day in UK.

 An excerpt from
Heart of a Mother
by Paula J. Fox

 A mother is born in that very moment

a child becomes her own.

And her heart begins to overflow

with a love she has never known.

Her focus changes instantly

as her heart beats for another.

It will never be the same again.

It's the powerful heart of a mother!

It's a heart of incredible courage

with strength and endurance too.

She fiercely protects and defends her young

in ways only she can do.

She sacrifices "self" to give

her children what they need,

developing their character

to make sure that they succeed.

Just like a lovely gardener

she plants her seeds of love.

Her heart gives lots of sunshine

like blessings from above.

She provides a firm foundation...

a peaceful, loving home

So her children's roots run deep and strong

no matter where they roam.

With a heart that nurtures them along

to grow in the right direction

She allows them freedom to blossom and thrive

under her wise protection.

They're prepared to face the storms of life,

as they learn to stand alone.

She gives them a sense of value and strength

with a confidence of their own.

There's a special beauty in a Mother's love

She's a picture of wisdom and grace

We honor her with gratitude...

No one can take her place!

International Women's Day 2012

The theme of Women's Day 2012 is 'Empower Rural Women – End Hunger and Poverty'. On this occasion, CANRAY would like to share with you the link to an excellent feature film made by our dear friend Usha Rajeswari . The film was given a special showing at the Smithsonian Festival in DC in 2010. Brilliant piece of work, very fitting for this day.

World Kidney Day, March 8th, 2012.

We all know that March 8th, is International Women's Day. Little do we know that it is also World Kidney Day. Be aware and spread awareness about how to keep your kidneys healthy.

What is kidney disease?

Kidney disease damages your kidneys, preventing them from cleaning your blood as well as they should.

This damage can cause wastes to build up in your body and lead to other health problems, including heart disease, anemia, and bone disease.

Chronic kidney disease eventually can cause kidney failure if it is not treated.

If you do have the disease, it's important to be diagnosed early. Treatment can slow down the disease, and prevent or delay kidney failure. Because chronic kidney disease often develops slowly and with few symptoms, many people with the condition don't realize they're sick until the disease is advanced and requires dialysis.

Simple Tips for Keeping Your Kidneys Healthy

Steps to help keep your kidneys healthy include the following:

·         Keep blood pressure below 130/80 mm/Hg.

·         Stay in your target cholesterol range.

·         Eat less salt and salt substitutes.

·         Eat healthy foods.

·         Stay physically active.

·         Take your medications as prescribed.

If you have diabetes, take these steps, too:

·         Meet blood sugar targets as often as you can.

·         Have an A1c test at least twice a year, but ideally up to four times a year. An A1c test measures the average level of blood sugar over the past three months.