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5 harmful effects of going overboard with antibiotics

Antibiotics are the most common antimicrobial substances that are actively used to fight bacteria by killing or suppressing their growth. However, with the advent of technology and easy access to information, many people are now commonly taking these drugs without a proper prescription, which has led to a rise in the number of cases related to antimicrobial resistance and side …

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How To Beat A Breathalyzer Test?

Drinking and driving can lead to accidents that can be fatal. Or even worse, one can end up with permanent disabilities. As a responsible individual, you should always avoid drinking and driving. If you are caught by cops, you will be asked to take a breathalyzer test. There may be situations when you may have taken just a drink or …

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Tips to maintain good cervical health

Dr. Sunil Eshwar, Lead Consultant – Laparoscopic Surgeon, Aster RV Hospital Cervical cancer is the 2nd most leading prevalent cancer in India. There are an estimated 123,000 new cases of cervical cancer in India every year with 67,000 deaths in women in India alone. Hence cervical health awareness is at most important. January of every year is marked as the …

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Infections would continue to be common, what can we do?

With winters giving way to higher temperatures and sunny days, most of us were anticipating a gradual decrease in the cases of seasonal flu and other viral infections. The reality, however, is seemingly different. Continued cases of influenza and viral infections are being reported from across Delhi-NCR and even in other cities. The latest viral variant to make headlines is …

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Are fad diets the way to go?

The fact is that most individuals wish to reduce weight as rapidly as possible and we live in a culture where fast satisfaction and instant results are anticipated. Fad diets are diet regimens that promise significant weight loss in a short amount of time. They are increasingly popular among the younger generation, who are searching for a quick fix to …

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MESOTHERAPY AND ITS APPLICATIONS AND ANDROGENETIC ALOPECIA

Mesotherapy is a convenient, safe, and painless non-surgical procedure. It has found its way into the aesthetic world and is employed for various indications such as lipolysis, skin rejuvenation, pigmentation and hair loss. The procedure involves delivery of mixture or cocktail of different compounds (plant extracts, nutrients, enzymes, homeopathic agents, pharmaceuticals, vitamins, amino acids, and other bioactive substances) into the …

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Immunotherapy – A game changer in cancer treatment

Authored by Dr. C N Patil, HOD and Lead Consultant – Medical Oncology & Haemato-Oncology, Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore With the ongoing techade, scientific advancements in cancer treatment have grown by leaps and bounds leading to immense progress in medical science and research in treating cancer. Today, breakthrough methods like immunotherapy are being referred to as a “game-changer” and a …

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Top 10 Amazing Facts About Playing Cards You Didn’t Knew

Most of us grew up playing them and there was hardly a dull moment. Even as adults and as we get older, many of us continue to enjoy playing cards. The only thing that changes is that playing card games were simpler in childhood, whereas more complex games are preferred by adults. There is also the group that likes to …

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Recipe : Quinoa and Millet Hearty Colour-blast Salad

Ingredients • White Quinoa-20Gm • Black Quinoa-20Gm •Poached Pear-5Gm •Black Olives-5Gm •Yellow Pepper coulis-1tea spoon •Beetroot Puree-1tea spoon •Green Pea Puree-1tea spoon •Yellow cherry tomato-2nos •Arugula-5Gm •Cucumber-5Gm •Cranberry -50gm •Agar agar-15Gm •Salt-1table spoon •Lemon Juice-5ml •Pomegranate-5gm •Chopped Bell pepper-5gm •Bajra flour-30gm   Method For making Cranberry Jelly Pour agar-agar into cold water and mix. Let stand for 10 minutes. Sort …

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Health Insurance for different phases of life

Health Insurance has become a necessity for everyone and there is no better time than this to invest in Health Insurance. While we make an investment, we need to be assured of the benefits it will reap in the future. Hence, it becomes essential to know about how Health Insurance can be beneficial during different stages of our lives and …

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