More Zika virus cases reported in Maharashtra

More Zika virus cases reported in Maharashtra

Most of the Zika virus cases has been detected in Pune and the tally now stands at 18 Representational Pic/File/iStock Your browser doesn’t support HTML5 audio The number of Zika virus cases has shown an upward trend in parts of Maharashtra. There are a total of 21 cases detected in Kolhapur and …

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Is it a signal of stress or something else entirely?

Is it a signal of stress or something else entirely?

A neck or buffalo hump refers to a fatty deposit that forms at the base of the neck. It might look like a little bump or hump. But, what leads to this condition? Ananya, a nutritionist and content creator informs her followers on Instagram, “Did you know neck/buffalo hump is a sign of excess cortisol …

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How To Keep Thyroid Under Control During Pregnancy

How To Keep Thyroid Under Control During Pregnancy

Thyroid hormones are responsible for boosting metabolism. The thyroid gland produces more hormones during pregnancy to meet the mother’s and the foetus’ needs. Pregnancy is one such stage in a woman’s life, where her body undergoes many physical changes. Even the hormones change. One such hormone is the thyroid, which plays an important role in …

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How ADHD affects adults: experts on symptoms, causes, tests and treatment, and why men and women present differently

How ADHD affects adults: experts on symptoms, causes, tests and treatment, and why men and women present differently

Symptoms often start in early childhood, but a lot of adults only begin to consider whether they might have ADHD following a diagnosis for their child. When a child is diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), many parents begin to look at their own emotions and behaviour with new eyes. Might they also have ADHD, as …

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IBS Drug Restores Chemotherapy Effectiveness against Resistant Prostate Cancer

IBS Drug Restores Chemotherapy Effectiveness against Resistant Prostate Cancer

Research by a Washington State University-led team of scientists has identified a receptor protein, CHRM1, as a key player in prostate cancer (PC) cells’ resistance to docetaxel (DTX), a chemotherapy drug used to treat advanced cancer that has spread beyond the prostate. The team’s study also showed that in resistant prostate cancer cell lines, and …

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Amrita Hospital puts the spotlight on Sarcoidosis

Amrita Hospital puts the spotlight on Sarcoidosis

With Covid-19 putting the spotlight on respiratory illnesses, Kochi’s Amrita Hospital has further focused its attention on Sarcoidosis, a rare inflammatory disorder primarily affecting the lungs and lymph nodes. The hospital has started a dedicated Sarcoidosis Clinic and an ILD (Interstitial Lung Disease) Clinic, to address established intestinal diseases, pulmonology issues, and sarcoidosis. Sarcoidosis is …

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Caring for children with blood cancer: A guide for parents

Caring for children with blood cancer: A guide for parents

In the intricate tapestry of life, the diagnosis of blood cancer in a child can shatter the most resilient hearts and it is a moment when time seems to stand still for parents while the world turns into a labyrinth of uncertainty and fear but amid this daunting journey, parents emerge as the unwavering pillars …

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World Radiography Day 2023: History, Significance and Celebration

World Radiography Day 2023: History, Significance and Celebration

Published By: Nibandh Vinod Last Updated: November 08, 2023, 07:00 IST World Radiography Day is celebrated annually on November 8. (Image: Shutterstock) World Radiography Day reminds of the pivotal role radiography technology plays in modern healthcare. World Radiography Day is celebrated annually on November 8. The vital day serves as a global tribute to a …

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