Meet Nana Adwoa Takyi, the beautiful

Nana Adwoa Takyi,

who helped deliver a baby on a plane from Ghana to the US

Meet Nana Adwoa Takyi, the beautiful Ghanaian nurse who helped deliver a baby on a plane from Ghana to the US; About three weeks ago, news about a woman who went into labor on a plane from Ghana to the US caused a stir on the internet.

Everybody who heard the news was elated about how this miraculous event took place.

The woman was believed to have gone into labor a month earlier than the due date for delivery. She was at 36 weeks when she went into labor.

Fortunately, there was a registered nurse and a doctor on board who sprang into action to ensure a safe delivery aboard.

“When we realized that the mom-to-be was going to give birth on the 11-hour flight, the flight attendant had to clear the area after opening up the emergency kit due to turbulence, Takyi said in an interview with our Accra mail team.

“The mom-to-be was a little bit concerned, especially about the baby, and she was in a lot of pain asking if we could give her anything and we knew that wasn’t possible”.

The team was particularly concerned because we didn’t have all the medical equipment we needed for the delivery at our disposal but had to improvise with the resources available.

All the same, we had to resume attending to the mother because the baby’s head was showing. To God’s glory, we had an uneventful delivery. Mummy and baby are doing well”, the beautiful Ghanaian nurse concluded.

Nana Adwoa Takyi, together with Dr. Stephen Ansah- Addo who is also a Ghanaian and a flight attendant who happened to be a former nurse did all they could to make sure the delivery was successful and without any complications.

Nolan was the youngest passenger on board.

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Everything you need to know about Nana Adwoa Takyi;

• The beautiful Ghanaian by name Nana Adwoa Takyi is a registered nurse who practices in Ohio.
• She was born and bred in Ghana. Had her basic and secondary education in Ghana.
• She is a proud product of Aburi Girls’ Senior High School.
• Offered Science as a course and graduated in 2013 after which she studied Bachelor of Science in Nursing at the Xavier University in the United States.
• She graduated from Xavier University in 2019 and has since been practicing as a nurse in Ohio.
• Nana Adwoa is married and living happily with her husband in the states.
• Well done Nana Adwoa for making Ghana proud. We love you!

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Know your genotype and its implications before you get married

Knowledge of Genotype has become one of the most discussed topics among people seeking to make life partners.

What then is Genotype?

According to the National Human Genome Research Institute, a genotype is an individual’s collection of genes. It defines two alleles inherited for a particular gene. The resulting phenotype (individual observable traits/features) is an expression of the genotype.

There are six (6) genotypes identified. They include;

• AA
• AS
• AC
• SS
• SC 
• CC

A and S are traditionally considered normal and sickled alleles respectively. There is also a third allele C considered to be susceptible and it combines with normal allele A and sickle allele S to produce other genotypes.

AA is normal but susceptible to malaria, AS individuals are not severely debilitated, but they are resistant to malaria, SS individuals are severely affected and rarely survive to reproduce. AC is normal but susceptible to malaria, SC has mild anemia and CC is normal and resistant to malaria.

Sickle cell is a great concern to people as it presents different issues that can psychologically, socially, and economically affect individuals. It is therefore very important to understand your genotype and that of your partner before you decide on giving birth. People with sickle cell usually experience severe bodily pains where oxygen flow is compromised due to the blockage in the blood vessels.

The chart below explains the various genotypes and their combined effects. From the chart, it can be seen that people with AA genotype are safe to marry persons with any of the genotypes. With the exception of AA, the compatibility of AS, SS, and AC is very risky and therefore requires advice from health professionals.

It is therefore very important to run some blood tests with your partner to be sure of your genotypes and their implications. Health professionals can advise you on the best ways to handle the situation.

Studies Say Prolonged Sitting Is As bad As Smoking A Cigarette Pack Daily

Prolonged sitting leads to several health concerns like obesity, high blood sugar, excess body fat around the waist, and abnormal cholesterol levels.

Did you know, sitting for long hours at a stretch can give you high blood pressure and increase the risk of death from cardiovascular disease and cancer? In fact, any extended sitting such as at a desk, behind a wheel, or in front of a screen can be harmful.

When we sit, we use less energy as compared to standing or moving. Research has linked sitting for long periods of time with several health concerns. They include obesity and a cluster of conditions — high blood sugar, excess body fat around the waist, and abnormal cholesterol levels. Prolonged periods of sitting also seem to increase the risk of death from cardiovascular disease and Cancer.

Several studies done to understand the link between sitting time and health risk factors found that those who sat for more than eight hours a day with no physical activity, faced similar risks of dying as posed by obesity or smoking. Therefore, living a sedentary lifestyle can be dangerous to your health. The less sitting or lying down you do during the day, the better your chances for living a healthy life. We know that due to the pandemic, most people are confined to their homes and work-from-home has added up to more working hours, leading to long sitting hours in front of the screens. But the health impact it has is manifold.

How long sitting hours affect your body:

Humans are built to stand upright. Our heart and cardiovascular system work more effectively that way. Our bowel function is also more efficient when we are upright. It is common for people who are bedridden in the hospital to experience problems with their bowel function, isn’t it? Similarly, sitting for long or being inactive for prolonged hours can be very harmful to your health.

• Leg and gluteals (bum muscles): Sitting for long periods can lead to weakening and wasting away of the large leg and gluteal muscles. These large muscles are important for walking and for stabilizing us. If these muscles are weak, we are more likely to get injured from falls, and from exercises.

• Metabolic problems leading to heart diseases and stroke: Moving the muscles helps our body digest the fats and sugars we eat. If we spend a lot of time sitting, digestion is not as efficient, so the body will retain those fats and sugars.

• Hip and joint problems: Sitting causes our hip flexor muscles to shorten, which can lead to problems with hip joints. Sitting for long periods can also cause problems with the back, especially if one consistently sits with poor posture or doesn’t use an ergonomically designed chair or workstation. Even if you exercise but end up spending a large amount of time sitting, you are still at risk of health problems such as Metabolic Syndrome.

• Cancer: Emerging studies suggest that the dangers of sitting include increasing your chances of developing some types of Cancer, including lung, uterine, and colon cancers.

How to stay active and healthy during work time:

Prolonged sitting as bad as smoking a daily cigarette pack a day. When you are active your levels and endurance improves, and your bones maintain strength. You might start by simply standing rather than sitting when you have the chance, or finding ways to walk while you work.

1. Every 30 minutes, take a break from sitting
2. Stand while talking on the phone or while watching television
3. If you work at a desk, try a standing desk — or improvise with a high table or counter
4. Position your work surface above a treadmill — with a computer screen and keyboard on a stand or a specialized treadmill-ready vertical desk, so that you can be in motion throughout the day

The impact of movement, even leisurely movement, can be profound. For starters, you will burn more calories. This might lead to weight loss and increased energy levels. Also, physical activity helps maintain muscle tone and leads us to overall mental well-being.

source: news18