Category: General Awareness
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Eating out in the Rain: Choosing Safe Restaurants and Food Vendors
The rainy season is the time of the year making you crave hot, tangy and spicy foods. Eating out in the monsoon is a unanimous choice for various reasons like they have a huger platter of dishes and are quickly available at your comfort. A few things we have to be mindful of while eating…
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Strengthening Global Sickle Cell Communities: A Step Towards a Brighter Future
Sickle cell anaemia is the most common form of inherited blood disorder. Blood contains an essential component called Red blood cells or RBCs. These RBCs aid in carrying oxygen to all body parts. Usually, RBCs are disc-shaped. Thus, it helps them to move through the narrow blood vessels. In some people with sickle cell anaemia,…
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Benefits of blood donation: Side Effects, Advantages, and More
Blood donation is a precious and life-saving gift we can offer others. Even though our contribution may appear small, it plays a vital role in saving lives. It helps in situations like accidents, surgeries, and complications during pregnancy. Medical conditions such as thalassemia, leukaemia, sickle cell disease, aplastic anaemia, bleeding disorders, and certain types of…
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Eight Reasons to Make Women Health a Priority on International Day of Action
When I see girls in their 20s, I feel happy for them, but I also worry about their health. I’m not concerned because they are growing and achieving their goals. But because they often ignore their health. Starting today, taking care of our bodies is essential for a longer and happier life. When I was…
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Beating the Heat: Tips for Staying Safe and Healthy During Heat Waves
As temperatures continue to rise during the summer months, heat waves have become increasingly common, resulting in a multitude of environmental changes. Unfortunately, the effects of heat waves on health and well-being are far from desirable. If this trend continues, the next generation will face a world that is vastly different from what we consider…
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All about World Liver Day 2025: Significance, Diseases, and Tips
Significance of World Liver Day 2025 World Liver Day is an annual global event observed on April 19th. The celebration intends to create awareness and highlights the significance of the second largest organ in the human body- the liver. Every year this dedicated day reminds us to learn more about the liver and take care…
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National Vaccination Day
Introduction A vaccine has saved countless lives and is one of the most effective tools for preventing the spread of infectious diseases. As we battle the COVID-19 pandemic, the importance of vaccines has become increasingly apparent. This article will examine why National Vaccination Day matters and what you need to know. What is National Vaccination…
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Effect of Seasons Upon Diseases and Their Prevention
The changing seasons bring more than just shifts in temperature; they also affect our health in significant ways. From flu outbreaks in winter to allergies in spring, different seasons create conditions that allow certain diseases to thrive. Understanding how seasonal changes impact our bodies can help us take preventive measures to stay healthy year-round. In…
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The Role of The Pharmaceutical Industry in Healthcare
The pharmaceutical industry finds, develops, makes, and sells pharmaceutical drugs that can cure patients, protect them from diseases, or make them feel better. In the last 20 years, the pharmaceutical industry has dramatically improved public health in India and worldwide. Even though lockdowns and restrictions were put in place all over the country when the…
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The History and Evolution of Modern Medicine
Modern medicine has revolutionised healthcare in the 21st century.Modern medicine is a healthcare branch that uses scientific knowledge, technology, and evidence-based practices to diagnose, treat, and prevent illnesses. Since its inception in the 19th century, modern medicine has undergone tremendous changes in diagnostic techniques, medical technology, pharmaceuticals, and treatment protocols. Over the years, modern medicine…