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Raising Awareness for Thalassemia on World Thalassemia Day
May 08 marks an annual observance of World Thalassemia Day, aimed at raising awareness about the disease and recognising the hardships faced by those affected by it. The day serves to highlight the challenges and struggles that patients encounter in their daily lives, as well as to promote understanding and empathy towards their condition. Through…
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All about World Liver Day 2023: Significance, Diseases, and Tips
Significance of World Liver Day 2023 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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Purple Day for Epilepsy 2023: Health through Awareness
Purple Day aims to create a fact-based understanding of disease and eliminate unnecessary myths. Cassidy Megan gave birth to the purple day in 2008. Its purpose was to raise awareness about epilepsy. She began her journey of epilepsy awareness with positive encouragement from her personal life. The theme for purple epilepsy day 2023 is “stigma”,…
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7 Mistakes to Avoid for Better Sleep
Are you facing problems with sleep? Do you get enough sleep every night? Are you trying too hard to sleep but still failing? Do you wish to change your sleep pattern to get enough sleep? Many of us have not considered how we sleep, as a body’s natural cycle happens automatically. But we all experience…
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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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The Key Difference Between Piles and Fissures
If you’re looking for information on piles and fissures, you’ve come to the right place. Piles and fissures are two types of anal disorders that are often confused. While both conditions can cause discomfort and pain, they are different in terms of their causes, symptoms, and treatments. Both piles and fissures can be treated with…
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How To Treat Melasma During Pregnancy
What is Melasma? Melasma is a skin condition that results in dark spots on the face, particularly on the cheeks, forehead, nose, upper lip, and neck pigmentation during pregnancy. It is commonly called a “pregnancy mask” because it occurs in many women during pregnancy, although it can also affect men and non-pregnant women. Melasma is…
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Mitral Valve Prolapse: Overview, Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
What is Mitral Valve Prolapse? Mitral valve prolapse is a very common heart valve abnormality. It is also known as “click murmur syndrome” and “Barlow’s syndrome”. Women are more susceptible to this condition than men. A normal mitral valve is composed of two thin leaflets that are located between the heart’s left atrium and left…
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Pilonidal Cyst: Overview, Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
What is a pilonidal cyst? It is a tissue sac with fluid or air in it. This is also known as pilonidal sinus, intergluteal pilonidal disease, or simply pilonidal cysts. In simple terms, they are benign skin growths that develop in the buttock crease. A few people develop pilonidal cysts yearly, making it a common…
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Reduce Anxiety: 14 Mindfulness Tricks
Being mindful means slowing down and appreciating the little moments we often ignore. The mind needs to be calmed by giving attention to the body. Incorporate brief periods of mindfulness throughout the day using all these strategies to reduce stress and find mental peace. 1. Think of what you want to accomplish and aim for…
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