2. WHAT IS SEXUAL HEALTH?
According to WHO (1975), defined sexual health as, "integration of somatic, emotional, intellectual and
social aspect of sexual being, in ways that are positively enriching and that enhances personality,
communication and love.
Health
A state of complete physical, mental, and social well being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
HYGIENE
• Refers to behaviors that can improve cleanliness and lead to good.
• Hygiene practice are employed as preventative measures to reduce the incidence and spreading of
diseases for the preservation of health
REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH?
Refer to the state of complete physical, mental, social well-being and not merely the absence of disease
or infirmity in all matters relating to the reproductive system and to its functions and processes at all
stages of life.
3. OILY HAIR
The hormones that creates acne are the sane ones that can make you feel like you're suddenly styling
your hair with a comb dipped in motor oil. Each strand of hair has its own sebaceous glands produce
extra oil, it can make your hair look too shiny, oily and greasy.
SWEAT & BODY ODOR
Perspiration, or sweat comes from sweat glands that you have always had in your body, but thanks to
puberty, these glands not only become more active than before, they also begin to secrete different
chemicals into the sweat that has a stronger smelling odor.
BODY HAIR
Body hair in new places is something you can count on - again, they are hormones in action, you may
want to start shaving some places where body hair grows, but whether you do is up to you. Some
guys who grow facial hair like to let it develop into a mustache and beard. Some girls may decide to
leave the hair on their legs and under their arms as in.
4. DENTAL HYGIENE
Dentist say that the most important part of tooth care happens at home. Brushing and flossing
properly along with regular dental check ups, can help prevent tooth decay and gum disease. To
prevent cavities you need to remove plaque, the transparent layer of bacteria that coats the teeth.
The best way to do this is by brushing your teeth twice a day and flossing at least one a day.
Tips on Proper Brushing
Dentist say that the minimum time you should spend brushing your teeth is two minutes twice a day.
Here are some tips on how to brush properly.
•Hold your brush at a 45 degree angle against your gum tine, Gently brush from where the tooth and
gum meet to the chewing surface in short (about half-a-tooth-wide) strokes. Brushing too hard can
cause receding gums, tooth sensitivity, and, over time, loose teeth.
•Use the same method to brush all outside and inside surfaces of your teeth.
•To clean the chewing surfaces of your teeth,, use short sweeping strokes, tipping the bristies into the
pits and crevices.
5. •To clean the inside surfaces of your top and bottom front teeth and gums, hold the brush almost
vertical. With back and forth motions, bring the front part of the brush over the teeth and gums.
•Using a forward-sweeping motion, gently brush your tongue and the roof of your mouth to remove
the decay-causing bacteria that exists in these places.
•The main reason to going to the dentist regularly - every six months - is prevention. The goal is to
prevent tooth decay, gum disease and other disorders that put the health of your teeth and mouth at
risk.
6. HEALTHCARE CHECK FOR THE FEMALE
The best time for a self-breast exam is about a week after the last day of your menstruation, when
your breasts are not tender and swollen. This should be done at the same time each month when you
no longer have your menstrual period.
•Use soap and water to ash the external genitalia and your underarms everyday, especially during
menstruation.
•Use either a disposable pad made of cotton, which has a nylon base, or a clean piece of cloth to
absorb blood during menstruation.
•Properly dispose the pad after each use, or wash and dry the piece of cloth used as a menstrual pad
before reuse.
7. •Wash only the external genitalia. Do not try to clean the inside part of the vagina.
•While washing, wash starting from the vagina towards the anus. Do not wash from the anus towards
vagina. This will allow germs to enter the inner genitalia easily and cause infection.
•Be aware of abnormal fluids from your vagina. Do not confuse this with normal vagina fluids.
•If you see any changes in the vagina fluid - a change in color or odor, please see a health
professional.
8. HEALTHCARE FOR THE MALE
KEEPING THE EXTERNAL MALE GENITALIA CLEAN
•Wash the external genitalia at least daily with soap and water, as you wash the rest your body.
•Boys who are not circumcised need to pull back the foreskin and gently wash underneath it with
clean water.
•Be aware of any abnormal fluids coming from your penis. Do not confuse with the presence of
normal.
•If you see any abnormal fluid or wound, please visit health professional.
