Prevent illness and injury

Slow down. Do not drive after drinking alcohol. Use seat belts and motorcycle helmets. Watch children closely near roads.

Cross where drivers can see you. Look both ways. At night, carry a light or wear bright clothing when possible.

Alcohol, weapons and anger can cause death or lifelong injury. Violence against women, children or people accused of sorcery is never acceptable.

People who experience violence need safety, privacy and care without blame. Seek medical care quickly after physical or sexual violence.

Use safe drinking water. Boil or treat water when health workers say it is needed. Keep stored water covered.

Wash hands with soap after using the toilet and before preparing food. Cook food well and protect it from flies.

Protect water sources and store water safely. Plan early when water and food supplies are low.

Watch infants, children, pregnant women, older people and people with long term illness. Seek care early for diarrhoea, dehydration, weakness or poor nutrition.

TB and HIV can be tested and treated. See a health worker for a cough that does not go away, fever, night sweats or weight loss.

Take all treatment as directed. People living with TB or HIV deserve privacy, care and respect.

Bleeding, severe stomach pain, fainting or collapse during pregnancy or after pregnancy loss needs urgent care. Tell triage staff that the patient may be pregnant.

Donated blood saves people with severe bleeding, trauma, anaemia and pregnancy problems. Ask the hospital blood service about donating blood.

Chest pain, trouble breathing, sweating, faintness or pain in the arm, jaw or back may be a heart attack. A weak face or arm, trouble speaking, loss of balance or sudden loss of vision may be a stroke. Seek emergency care at once.

Do not smoke. Limit alcohol. Stay active. Eat healthy food when possible. Check your blood pressure, blood sugar and cholesterol.

Check both feet every day. Wear shoes. Seek care early for a cut, sore, swelling, redness, pus or dark skin. Early care can help prevent amputation.

Take medicines at the correct dose and time. Do not stop or share medicines without advice from a health worker. Tell the health worker if cost, side effects or supply problems make treatment difficult.