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When an area of the brain experiences an interruption in its blood supply, the result is a stroke. Typically, this is caused by an obstruction of the arteries, such as a clot, that prevents oxygen-rich blood from reaching the brain cells. These are referred to as ischemic strokes. As you age and possess a family […]

Dengue manifests without symptoms most of the time, which makes it challenging to detect. When the symptoms appear, it’s crucial to identify and differentiate them as mild or severe. This will ensure the appropriate treatment is done accordingly. Mild symptoms of Dengue are often confused with other illnesses that cause fever, aches, and pain or […]

As the peak of winter illness season approaches, a new variant of the COVID-19 virus, known as JN.1, originating from the Omicron family, is gaining attention worldwide.Initially identified in the U.S. in September, JN.1 gradually spread worldwide. Recent data from CDC-affiliated labs reveal its rising prevalence, surpassing 20% in the two weeks concluding on December […]

A cancer diagnosis can influence a person’s emotional health, family, and support system. People experience fear, anxiety, sadness, anger and shaken. It’s all right to feel diverse emotions when facing a cancer diagnosis. The World Health Organization (WHO) states that cancer is one of the most prevailing conditions globally. There are over 100 types of […]

What is fatty liver disease? It is a condition that is characterised by fat build-up inside the liver. The liver is the largest organ inside the human body. It helps in the digestion process, energy storage and removal of toxins from the body. There are two types of fatty liver disease What is non-alcoholic fatty […]

Hepatitis means the inflammation of the liver. The liver in the human body is responsible for processing nutrients, filtering the blood and fighting infections. When the liver is damaged, and its function is altered, it may no longer function normally. Hepatitis may be due to heavy use of alcohol, toxic/harmful substances and some harmful medical […]

Typhoid is among the deadliest bacterial infections occurring in children. Typhoid is prevalent in conditions where sanitation is poor and getting clean drinking water is impossible. A weak immune system is the key culprit for typhoid in kids. The typhoid-causing- salmonella is an acid-sensitive bacteria that will perish in the stomach’s acidic environment under normal […]

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, […]

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”, […]

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 […]