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National Dengue Day, observed on May 16 every year, is paramount in combating dengue fever’s spread. Its observance is a crucial reminder of the significance of raising awareness about dengue prevention, recognising its symptoms, and taking proactive measures to protect ourselves and our community. The dengue virus causes dengue fever. There are four different serotypes […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

The use of wearable technology for tracking and improving health has become increasingly popular in recent years. With the rise of smartwatches and fitness trackers, individuals now have access to a wealth of information about their health and fitness. From tracking daily steps to monitoring heart rate and sleep patterns, wearable devices have become indispensable […]

Holi, the vibrant celebration of colours, is a rejoicing festival that radiates with the joy of togetherness. It is a time when the vivid shades of spring burst into our lives, making everything colourful and lively. It is essential to take precautions while playing with colours, as the synthetic colours used during the festival can […]

What is high blood pressure in children? Paediatric Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure in children, is a condition in which a child has consistently elevated blood pressure readings. In recent years, the prevalence of high blood pressure in children and adolescents has increased with the prevalence of overweight and obesity due to poor […]

What are digestive enzymes, and what do they do? Digestive enzymes are proteins secreted by the gastrointestinal system that help break down the food we eat into smaller components easily absorbed by our body. Our food contains carbohydrates, proteins, fats and other micronutrients that give us the energy to perform daily tasks. The digestive enzymes […]