health-assistant

Personal Health Manager 🏥

Your comprehensive personal health companion for daily wellness management.

When to Use

Use this skill whenever the user mentions:

• Health tracking, records, or data
• Medication management or reminders
• Symptoms, feeling unwell, or health concerns
• Exercise, fitness, or workout advice
• Diet, nutrition, or meal planning
• Travel preparation or trip planning
• First aid or emergency health advice
• General wellness questions

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User Profile Setup

Before providing personalized advice, always check or ask for:

Basic Information

• Age: Required for exercise/diet recommendations
• Gender: Important for certain health considerations
• Weight & Height: For BMI calculation
• Medical History: Chronic conditions, past surgeries
• Current Medications: For drug interaction checks
• Allergies: Drug, food, environmental
• Lifestyle: Sedentary, active, smoking, alcohol

Health Profile Template

👤 Profile:
- Name: [optional]
- Age: ___
- Gender: ___
- Height: ___cm
- Weight: ___kg
- BMI: ___ (auto-calculated)
- Blood Type: ___
- Allergies: ___
- Medical Conditions: ___
- Current Medications: ___
- Emergency Contact: ___

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Core Features

1. Health Data Recording 📊

Track and record various health metrics based on user profile:

Blood Pressure 💉

Blood Glucose 🍬

Heart Rate ❤️

BMI Calculator ⚖️

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2. Age-Specific Health Guidance

👶 Children (0-12 years)

Common Concerns:

• Growth and development tracking
• Vaccination schedule
• Common childhood illnesses
• Screen time guidelines
• Sleep requirements by age

Exercise:

• Active play 60+ minutes/day
• Limit sedentary time

Sleep:

👦 Teenagers (13-19 years)

Common Concerns:

• Puberty and development
• Mental health
• Academic stress
• Screen time balance
• Sports nutrition

Exercise:

• 60 min moderate-vigorous daily
• Muscle-strengthening 3x/week

Nutrition Focus:

• Calcium (bone growth)
• Iron (especially females)
• Protein for development

� adults (20-39 years)

Common Concerns:

• Work-life balance
• Stress management
• Preventive care
• Sexual health
• Building healthy habits

Exercise:

• 150 min moderate or 75 min vigorous/week
• Muscle-strengthening 2x/week

Screenings:

• Annual physical
• Blood pressure
• BMI
• Mental health check

👨 Middle-Aged (40-59 years)

Common Concerns:

• Metabolic changes
• Heart health
• Bone density
• Vision changes
• Hormonal changes (menopause/andropause)

Exercise:

• 150 min moderate + 2 strength sessions/week
• Balance exercises to prevent falls

Additional Screenings:

• Cholesterol (every 5 years)
• Blood glucose (every 3 years)
• Colon cancer screening (45+)
• Bone density (women 65+, men 70+)

👴 Seniors (60+ years)

Common Concerns:

• Fall prevention
• Cognitive health
• Medication management
• Chronic disease management
• Nutrition for aging

Exercise:

• 150 min moderate (spread out)
• Balance exercises 3x/week
• Strength training 2x/week

Fall Prevention:

• Home safety check
• Regular vision/hearing checks
• Review medications that cause dizziness

Nutrition Focus:

• Protein (prevent muscle loss)
• Vitamin D + Calcium
• Hydration (thirst decreases with age)
• Fiber (prevent constipation)

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3. Gender-Specific Health

🩺 Women's Health

Reproductive Health:

• Menstrual cycle tracking
• Pregnancy planning
• Menopause management
• PCOS/Endometriosis awareness

Screening Schedule:

Common Concerns:

• Iron deficiency (especially during menstruation)
• Thyroid (women 5x more likely)
• Osteoporosis risk
• Mental health (postpartum, menopause)

Pregnancy Considerations:

• Pre-conception care
• Prenatal vitamins (folic acid)
• Weight gain guidelines
• Exercise during pregnancy

Menopause:

• Symptoms management
• Hormone therapy considerations
• Heart health post-menopause
• Bone health

🩹 Men's Health

Screening Schedule:

Common Concerns:

• Prostate health
• Testosterone changes
• Heart disease (men 2x higher risk before 65)
• Mental health stigma

Testosterone:

• Symptoms of low T: fatigue, low libido, mood changes
• Not always need treatment
• Discuss with doctor

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4. Medication Management 💊

Features:

• Add/edit/delete medications
• Track dosage and frequency
• Set medication schedules
• Drug interaction warnings
• Refill reminders
• Medication history

Common Medications by Condition

Hypertension:

• ACE inhibitors (enalapril, lisinopril)
• ARBs (losartan, valsartan)
• Beta blockers (metoprolol)
• Diuretics (hydrochlorothiazide)

Diabetes:

• Metformin
• Sulfonylureas
• SGLT2 inhibitors
• Insulin

High Cholesterol:

• Statins (atorvastatin, rosuvastatin)
• Fibrates
• Ezetimibe

Pain:

• Acetaminophen
• Ibuprofen
• Naproxen

Drug Interactions to Watch:

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5. Symptom Analysis 🩺

Process:

1. Collect symptom details (location, duration, severity)
2. Ask relevant follow-up questions
3. Provide possible causes (informational only)
4. Recommend when to seek medical attention
5. Suggest self-care measures if appropriate

Age-Specific Symptom Considerations

Children:

• Temperature thresholds lower
• Behavior changes more important than specific symptoms
• Dehydration happens faster
• When to seek care: fever >48h, unable to drink, rash with fever

Adults:

• Standard symptom assessment
• Chronic conditions affect presentation
• Medication side effects

Elderly:

• Symptoms often less typical
• Confusion can be only sign of infection
• Falls may indicate underlying problem
• Medication side effects more common

Red Flags - Seek Immediate Care 🚨

• Chest pain + sweating + pain in arm/jaw
• Difficulty breathing
• Severe bleeding
• Sudden severe headache
• Confusion/loss of consciousness
• Sudden weakness/numbness (stroke)
• High fever + rash
• Severe vomiting + unable to keep fluids down
• Overdose symptoms

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6. Exercise Recommendations 🏃

By Age & Fitness Level

Beginner (Any Age):

• Start with 10-minute walks
• Chair exercises
• Water aerobics
• Dancing

Intermediate:

• Brisk walking 30 min
• Swimming
• Cycling
• Light strength training

Advanced:

• Running
• HIIT
• Heavy strength training
• Sports

By Health Condition

High Blood Pressure:

• Walking, swimming, cycling
• Avoid heavy weightlifting
• Include cool-down

Diabetes:

• Check blood sugar before/after exercise
• Carry fast-acting carbs
• Avoid exercise if glucose >250

Arthritis:

• Swimming (joint-friendly)
• Stationary bike
• Gentle yoga
• Avoid high-impact

Heart Disease:

• Cardiac rehab programs
• Start slow, gradual increase
• Monitor heart rate

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7. Nutrition Advice 🥗

By Age

Children:

• Make food fun
• Involve in cooking
• Model healthy eating
• Don't force foods

Adults:

• Balanced macronutrients
• Meal prep for busy days
• Mindful eating
• Limit processed foods

Seniors:

• High protein (1.0-1.2g/kg)
• Vitamin D + B12
• Easy-to-chew foods
• Small, frequent meals

By Condition

High Blood Pressure:

• Low sodium (<1500mg/day)
• DASH diet
• Limit alcohol

Diabetes:

• Consistent carb intake
• High fiber
• Limit simple sugars
• Spread meals throughout day

High Cholesterol:

• Low saturated fat
• High fiber
• Omega-3 fatty acids
• Plant sterols

Weight Management:

• Calorie awareness (not counting)
• Protein + fiber for fullness
• Limit added sugars
• Drink water before meals

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8. Travel Health Preparation ✈️

Pre-Trip Planning

🧳 Clothing Checklist:

• Weather-appropriate attire
• Comfortable shoes
• Extra layers
• Rain gear
• Sun protection

💊 Medications:

• Regular meds (extra supply)
• Pain relievers
• Anti-diarrheal
• Antihistamines
• Motion sickness pills
• First aid basics
• Destination-specific needs

🏥 Health Documents:

• Travel insurance
• Emergency contacts
• Medical history
• Prescription copies
• Vaccination records

By Destination

Tropical:

• Mosquito protection
• Sun protection
• Water safety
• Food safety

Cold Climate:

• Layer clothing
• Protect extremities
• Indoor air dryness
• Frostbite awareness

High Altitude:

• Acclimatization days
• Altitude sickness meds
• Extra hydration
• Limited exertion

Long Flights:

• Compression socks
• Move every 2 hours
• Stay hydrated
• Avoid alcohol/caffeine

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Data Storage

Local Storage:

• JSON files in workspace
• Export to CSV/JSON

Privacy:

• All data stored locally
• No external servers by default
• Easy export/deletion

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Emergency Information Template

🚨 EMERGENCY HEALTH CARD
─────────────────────────────────
Name: _________________
Blood Type: ___
Allergies: _________________
Medical Conditions: _________________
Current Medications: _________________

Emergency Contact:
Name: _________________
Phone: _________________

Doctor:
Name: _________________
Phone: _________________

Insurance: _________________
Policy #: _________________
─────────────────────────────────

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Disclaimer

⚠️ This provides health INFORMATION only, not medical advice. Always:

• Recommend professional medical consultation
• Suggest emergency services for serious symptoms
• Never claim to diagnose conditions
• Encourage regular health checkups
• Respect user privacy with health data

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Best Practices

1. Personalize: Ask age, gender, conditions before advice
2. Clarify: Ask follow-up questions
3. Context: Remember conversation history
4. Empathize: Be supportive about health concerns
5. Safety First: Err on side of caution
6. Empower: Teach, don't just give answers
7. Follow Up: Check on previous concerns

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9. Drug Regulations & International Travel 🌍

When users ask about bringing medications across borders, traveling with medicines, or drug regulations in different countries, provide accurate information based on official sources.

General Principles

Key Countries/Regions

🇯🇵 Japan

• OTC medicines available in drugstores (drugstore cosmetics)
• Some cold medicines contain codeine/methylephedrine - restricted
• Personal import: up to 2 months supply for personal use
• Declare at customs

🇺🇸 USA

• FDA regulates all drugs entering US
• 3-month supply allowed for personal use
• Controlled substances require prescription
• Some ingredients banned (ephedrine in large quantities)

🇦🇺 Australia

• Strict customs control
• TGA approval needed for some medicines
• Declare all medications
• 3-month supply for prescription drugs

🇸🇬 Singapore

• Very strict drug laws
• Codeine-containing medicines restricted
• Prescription required for many drugs
• Severe penalties for violations

🇨🇦 Canada

• 90-day supply allowed
• Prescription for controlled substances
• Health Canada import rules

🇳🇿 New Zealand

• 3-month supply for prescription drugs
• 1 month for controlled drugs (e.g., pseudoephedrine)
• Declare all medications

🇹🇭 Thailand

• Codeine/morphine controlled
• Prescription needed for sedatives
• Tourist-friendly but check ingredients

🇭🇰 Hong Kong

• 7-day supply for prescription drugs
• RX标志 (registered pharmacy) recommended
• Avoid unregistered "药坊"

Common Restricted Ingredients

Special Cases

Traditional Chinese Medicine:

• 麝香 (musk), 虎骨 (tiger bone), 犀牛角 (rhino horn) - BANNED
• Other TCM usually OK in reasonable quantities
• Keep original packaging

Online Pharmacy:

• Many countries restrict cross-border drug sales
• Personal import usually OK in small quantities
• Requires prescription documentation

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10. Mental Health Support 🧠

When users ask about mental health, psychological issues, emotional wellbeing, or psychological counseling.

When to Use

Use this section for:

• Depression, anxiety, stress
• Sleep disorders
• Mental health of special groups (teens, elderly, postpartum)
• Psychological counseling
• Trauma recovery
• How to help others with mental health issues

Depression

Common Symptoms (lasting >2 weeks):

• Persistent sadness, emptiness
• Loss of interest in hobbies
• Fatigue, low energy
• Sleep changes (insomnia or oversleeping)
• Appetite changes
• Difficulty concentrating
• Feelings of worthlessness
• Thoughts of self-harm

When to Seek Help:

• Symptoms lasting >2 weeks
• Affecting daily life
• Physical symptoms without clear cause
• Thoughts of self-harm

How to Help:

• Listen without judgment
• Encourage professional help
• Offer companionship
• Crisis hotline: 400-161-9995 (China)

Anxiety

Normal Anxiety vs Anxiety Disorder:

Coping Strategies:

• Deep breathing (4-7-8 method)
• Physical exercise
• Sleep management
• Cognitive restructuring
• Mindfulness meditation
• Limit caffeine/alcohol

Mental Health by Age Group

Adolescents

• Emotional regulation
• Academic stress
• Peer relationships
• Screen time balance
• Signs to watch: mood changes, social withdrawal, sleep changes

Postpartum

• Baby blues vs postpartum depression
• Support systems
• When to seek help: persistent sadness >2 weeks, thoughts of harm

Elderly

• Loneliness, social isolation
• Cognitive changes
• Depression often mistaken for aging
• Importance of social connection

Psychological Counseling

When to Consider:

• Persistent emotional problems
• Relationship difficulties
• Life transitions
• Trauma recovery
• Behavioral issues

Types of Help:

• Counselor: mild-moderate issues
• Psychiatrist: medication needed
• Psychotherapist: deep treatment (CBT, EMDR)

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11. Pet Health 🐕🐱

When users ask about pet care, animal health, pet nutrition, or veterinary questions.

Dogs

Common Health Issues:

Vaccination Schedule:

• 6-8 weeks: First DHPP vaccine
• 10-12 weeks: Second vaccine
• 14-16 weeks: Third vaccine + rabies
• Annually: Booster

Food & Nutrition:

• High protein, animal-based
• Avoid: chocolate, grapes, onions, xylitol
• Puppies: high-protein, high-calorie
• Seniors: joint support, lower calories

Emergency Signs:

• Difficulty breathing
• Seizures
• Ingestion of toxins
• Severe bleeding
• Bloated/stretched abdomen

Cats

Common Health Issues:

Vaccination:

• FVRCP (core): 8, 12, 16 weeks
• Rabies: 12-16 weeks
• Annual boosters

Litter Box:

• Clean daily
• Full change weekly
• 1.5-2 inches of litter
• One box per cat + 1

Food & Nutrition:

• Obligate carnivore - needs animal protein
• Wet food for hydration
• Avoid: dog food, raw eggs, milk

Small Pets

Hamsters:

• Diet: seeds, grains, vegetables, protein
• Avoid: citrus, onions, almonds
• Fresh water daily
• Exercise wheel (solid surface)

Rabbits:

• Hay: 80% of diet
• Pellets: limited
• Vegetables daily
• Not: ice lettuce, potatoes

General Pet Care

Parasite Prevention:

• Dogs: monthly flea/tick, heartworm prevention
• Cats: monthly topical/oral
• Indoor cats: still at risk

Senior Pets:

• More frequent vet visits (every 6 months)
• Joint supplements
• Comfortable bedding
• Adapted exercise

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