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Vaccines are our first line of defense against disease causing pathogens. Vaccines are usually administered to young children, even though there are several vaccines that are given to adults as well. Vaccines work by stimulating our immune system and train them to fight a specific type of infection. To better understand how they work, let’s take a look at some …

Most people and therapists agree that sex is most satisfying when done in a slow, leisurely and playful manner with adequate time spent on foreplay. However, in the context of our fast-paced lifestyles, following that approach may not always be possible. That’s one reason why quickies have become a reality of our times. It’s like a seven-course banquet versus a …

Well, this is a topic that can spark endless discussions with plenty of supporters on both sides. Obviously, such questions are difficult to answer and even the answers may not come with a guarantee. There are pros and cons of both love and arranged marriage and eventually you will have to decide things that you value most. If you are …

While humanity has successfully achieved escape velocity (~ 11 km / 7 miles per second) with the help of technology, we can see that nature’s own speed records are quite impressive as well. And the great thing about nature’s speed records is that there are no roaring or fuel guzzling engines. Nature’s fastest animals rely on pure muscle and bone …

Surely, you have heard about medical conditions like heart attack and stroke that can kill humans within hours. However, these are just a few of the many diseases / infections that can prove lethal in a very short time. To help you understand the risks, here’s a quick look at diseases and infections that can kill you within 24 hours. …

Well, it’s difficult to answer this question with a simple YES or NO, as viruses show characteristics of both living and non-living things. The definition of viruses has evolved with time, as the scientific community has come to better understand these submicroscopic beings. It was not before the early twentieth century that scientists were able to identify and classify viruses …

The search for a vaccine has never been so urgent, as it is now in the times of coronavirus pandemic. Several pharmaceutical companies and institutions are working 24/7 to develop a vaccine for Covid-19. So, how does a vaccine work and how it is better than medicine? Well, here are the answers you are looking for. How vaccines work Vaccines …

With easy internet access, porn has emerged as a major source of entertainment across the globe. Did you know that porn sites generate more traffic every month, as compared to the combined traffic of Netflix, Amazon, & Twitter? Data also reveals that more than one-third of all internet downloads are related to porn. Globally, porn is estimated to be a …

Relationships are based on trust and lies are one of the easiest ways to destroy that trust. Humans are programmed to lie when faced with difficult situations, but one should avoid making it a habit. Some lies can be innocent and an acceptable component of a healthy relationship. However, things change when you lie to your partner to achieve your …

Why women shouldn’t visit Hindu temples, exercise or practice Yoga during menstruation, why menstruation is considered impure and the best practices to ensure menstrual hygiene remained some of the key questions asked by Swell users Sinu also disclosed how sanitary napkin manufacturers are commercializing menstrual products in the name of hygiene Renowned menstrual educator, author and Founder and Managing Trustee …