From July 22 to 28, 2024, the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation announced a Week of Prevention of Liver Diseases (in honor of World Hepatitis Day on July 28). The medical staff of the sanatorium "Krasivo" join the information campaign and prepare lectures, talks, booklets, films on the topic of prevention for vacationers. The liver is a unique organ that daily takes over protection from fatty foods and toxic substances, from alcohol and drugs, performing many vital functions. The problem of viral hepatitis continues to be extremely relevant. Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver, as a result of which liver cells are destroyed. The cause of the disease can be infections, alcohol abuse, fatty foods, poisoning, and an improper lifestyle. If the body does not have time to restore the destroyed liver cells, they are replaced by connective tissue. Then the patient has fibrosis. The severe stage of fibrosis, when a significant part of the liver is replaced by connective tissue, is called cirrhosis. In light of the growing prevalence of obesity, we will pay special attention to the issues of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. Non—alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a chronic disease associated with insulin resistance and characterized by excessive accumulation of fat in the liver. The disease currently affects between 25% and 30% of adult residents. The main measures to prevent the disease are rational nutrition and sufficient physical activity. Take care of yourself!

World Brain Day is a holiday dedicated to the most complex and perfect human organ. The holiday was established in 2014 by the World Federation of Neurology in order to remind about the importance of brain health and to popularize knowledge about the functioning of our nervous system. Doctors of the sanatorium "Krasivo" join the infocampany and hold lectures, talks and meetings on this topic. The brain serves as the central command center of the body. A healthy brain is crucial for optimal mental functioning, including memory, attention, and problem-solving ability. It also plays a key role in maintaining emotional stability and overall well-being, and we need to know how to protect the brain from ailments? First of all, you need to remember about the risk factors that can lead to vascular catastrophes. 1. Hypertension. 2. Overweight. 3. Insufficient motor activity. 4. Bad habits (smoking, alcohol). These risk factors lead to the formation of chronic circulatory insufficiency of the brain. Therefore, it is important to undergo medical examination, monitor blood pressure and weight, move more, read, solve crosswords, learn poetry and lead a healthy lifestyle. Take care of yourself!

The purpose of the immune system is to protect the body from the effects of microorganisms, not only from microbes and parasites, but also from out-of-control cells of its own body. To preserve the health of the immune system, it is important to follow the rules: 1. Proper nutrition: The diet should be rich in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that support the immune system. Include fresh fruits, vegetables, herbs, nuts, fish, dairy products and other nutritious foods in your diet. 2. Physical activity: Regular exercise strengthens the immune system. Exercise, exercise, go for a walk in the fresh air – all this will help to increase the overall resistance of the body. 3. Sleep and Rest: Ensure that you get enough quality sleep and regular breaks for rest and relaxation. 4. Stress Management: Look for ways to manage stress, such as meditation, deep breathing, or relaxation. 5. Avoid bad habits: Smoking and alcohol consumption weaken the immune system and make the body more vulnerable. Take care of your immune system and live a healthy life!

Mortality from external causes is of particular concern to society, since in most cases these causes are avoidable and, moreover, on average, they differ in a relatively low age of death. Doctors of the sanatorium "Krasivo" join the infocampany and give lectures on this topic, distribute booklets and leaflets. The study of mortality from external causes and the identification of ways to reduce it remain one of the urgent medical and social problems. The responsibility for injuries lies both on the individual behavior of people and on the institutions designed to protect their health and life. Accordingly, the prevention of injuries and violence should be aimed at both the formation of rational behavior among the population and the creation of a safer physical and social environment. Reducing mortality and injuries is possible through preventive measures aimed at developing an individual's ability to withstand the negative effects of the external environment, as well as measures to transform the physical and social environment into a safer one. Take care of yourself!

The modern pace of life forces us to lead a sedentary lifestyle: we sit a lot at work, use transport, an elevator and other benefits of civilization. It is very difficult to force yourself to go to the pool, gym, fitness or just walk after a hard day. As a result, our health suffers from a "sedentary" lifestyle. Physical activity and human health are closely related to each other. Movement contributes not only to an increase in overall tone, but also supports the work of all vital organs and human systems. Physical activity is beneficial to everyone, regardless of age. Both moderate and intense exercise contribute to improving health. The time of moderate physical activity should be at least 45 minutes per day, and to reduce excess body weight, the time should be increased to 60-90 minutes daily. Remember that an active lifestyle allows you to live longer and get sick less. Physical activity is not only prevention, but also an effective medicine that we always have at hand. It has been proven that people who lead an active lifestyle live longer and get sick less. In old age, they are bypassed by many dangerous diseases, such as atherosclerosis, ischemia or hypertension. And the body itself begins to age much later. It is important to remember that health is in our hands. And being healthy should become a natural desire of every person. "Movement is life, and life is movement."

The Russian Ministry of Health is holding a Week of Drug use prevention. Doctors of the sanatorium "Krasivo" join the infocampany, prepared lectures. conversations, booklets and flyers on the topic. Drugs are substances that can affect the nervous system and cause a change in human consciousness. All narcotic substances are involved in chemical processes occurring in the brain, their use leads to the development of addiction – a persistent need to constantly take a psychoactive substance. The main sign of the development of drug addiction: addiction to the drug, the need to increase the dose and frequency of intake, the appearance of physical dependence on the drug. Drug use causes a change in mental state, isolation, impoverishment of emotional reactions, perception disorders, motor disorders. Since all poisons in the body are neutralized by the liver, taking drugs causes the death of its cells and the development of cirrhosis. And due to the constant stimulation of the body's systems, drug addicts quickly deplete their heart muscle and significantly reduce their immunity. Most people become addicted to drugs "for the company", because of the desire to seem older, to "fight problems" or to get thrills. The addict loses most of his social contacts. Due to the violation of the emotional and personal sphere, he becomes uninterested in former friends. Give up drugs. Take care of yourself!

The Long-term Savings Program (PDS) began its work in January 2024. PDS is a savings product that will allow citizens to receive additional income in the future or create a "safety cushion" for any purpose. Participation in the program is voluntary. The long-term savings program can be used by citizens of any age from the moment of coming of age. In addition, a long-term savings agreement can be concluded in favor of your child or any other person, regardless of their age. Non-governmental pension funds are the operators of the program that ensure the safety and profitability of savings and make payments of these savings. A person can form savings independently through contributions from personal funds, as well as through previously created pension savings. It is possible to transfer your funds from a pension account to an account under a long-term savings agreement by submitting an application to the NPF. A list of NPFs that have joined the program can be found on the website of the Association of Non-Governmental Pension Funds (http://www.napf.ru/PDS ). The Program does not provide any requirements for the amount and frequency of contributions paid under the Program. The amount of both the first and subsequent contributions is determined by the citizen independently. In addition, the employer will also be able to make contributions under the long-term savings program. The funds deposited to the account will be insured for 2.8 million rubles. The new mechanism provides various incentive measures for program participants, including additional co-financing from the state up to 36 thousand rubles per year. In addition, the participants of the system will be able to issue an annual tax deduction of up to 52 thousand rubles when paying contributions of up to 400 thousand rubles per year. The generated funds will be invested in OFZ, infrastructure bonds, corporate bonds and other reliable securities. At the same time, a citizen can conclude contracts with several operators. Savings can be used as additional income after 15 years of participation in the program or upon reaching the age of 55 for women and 60 for men. Funds can be withdrawn at any time, but it is possible to withdraw money ahead of schedule without loss of income in case of special life situations — for expensive treatment or for the education of children. The funds of citizens under the program are inherited in full, minus the funds paid (except if a lifetime periodic payment is assigned to the participant of the program). You can learn more about the terms of the program on the My Finances website: https://xn--80apaohbc3aw9e.xn--p1ai/programma-dolgosrochnyh-sberezhenijnew/

In the period from June 10, 2024 to June 16, 2024, a week of alcohol abstinence prevention is held in Russia. The medical staff of the sanatorium "Krasivo" join the information campaign and have prepared talks, lectures, booklets, videos and leaflets for vacationers. Alcohol is one of the most common drugs in the world. An attempt to lower the level of anxiety and fear with alcohol, raise the mood and drown out the feeling of loneliness turns into severe depression and the formation of a stable dependence on an easily available narcotic drug. Whatever the reasons for drinking alcohol, a person eventually discovers that none of his problems have been solved, which leads to a new attack of unwillingness to solve these problems and a new alcoholic oblivion. The circle closes, tightly holding its victim in alcoholic fetters. Experts emphasize that there are no safe doses of alcohol, and the safest degree is zero. Alcohol has a negative effect on almost all cells of the human body. Oxygen starvation begins in the human brain after drinking alcohol, as a result – memory loss, decreased mental abilities and personality degradation. Ethanol methodically destroys the body, destroys family and friendships, moral principles, the ability to think and analyze. Giving it up will help you regain your health and position in society, feel the joy of critical thinking and the ability to look at the world soberly. Take care of yourself!

Tobacco Cessation Week, in 2024, timed to coincide with World No Tobacco Day. The purpose of the week is to raise public awareness of the importance of avoiding the use of nicotine—containing products. The doctors of the sanatorium "Krasivo" join the information campaign, have prepared lectures, talks, leaflets and films on the topic. The topic is significant, because tobacco addiction is considered one of the most widespread in the history of mankind.

Smoking is one of the main causes of the development of many serious diseases. The main harm falls on the respiratory system, as harmful substances affect the respiratory tract. As a result, all inhaled substances and microorganisms settle in the tissues of the lungs, from where they are absorbed into the blood and spread throughout the body, provoking a wide range of diseases.

Smoking also harms the health of the gastrointestinal tract, causing the formation of polyps of the large intestine, ulcers of the stomach and duodenum, gastritis, gastroduodenitis, etc.

Cigarette smoking provokes the development or exacerbates the course of bronchial asthma, chronic rhinitis, tuberculosis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and bronchitis.

A person who starts smoking needs to be aware that nicotine addiction is quickly formed, which is then difficult to deal with. Take care of yourself!

The thyroid gland is the most important organ of the endocrine system, its diseases disrupt the metabolism in the body. Thyroid hormones regulate many processes that ensure the normal functioning of the body. Therefore, the prevention of thyroid diseases is an essential condition for maintaining health.

According to statistics, most thyroid diseases appear after suffering from stress – single acute or permanent minor ones. In this regard, stress tolerance plays an important role in the prevention of the thyroid gland. It is necessary that a person has a normal sleep and wakefulness regime, enough time for walks and hobbies. One should try to avoid psychoemotional overstrain wherever possible.

The second factor that triggers destructive processes in the thyroid gland is infectious diseases. Acute viral infections are especially common – acute respiratory infections, ARVI, influenza, as well as chronic infectious processes in the ENT organs. Therefore, to prevent thyroid diseases, it is necessary to increase the protective properties of the body and strengthen the immune system.

Nutrition is always in an important place during the prevention of hypothyroidism. It is found in seaweed, red fish, fish roe, seafood, walnuts, tomatoes, celery, spinach. Iodized salt is available for sale – it is worth giving preference to these products. And also eat fruits and vegetables, as well as greens, meat and honey, fish and seafood. Be sure to undergo a medical examination. Take care of yourself!