Dr Srimukhi Anumolu, Consultant pediatrician and Neonatologist. Managing cough and cold in children during summer can be challenging, even though they are commonly associated with colder months. As a medical practitioner, we understand the difficulties parents face in dealing with these ailments, especially when temperatures are soaring. Despite the misconception, summer coughs and colds are prevalent due to triggers such …
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Unveiling the Spectrum of Thalassemia: Insights and Advances on World Thalassemia Day
“Beta-thalassemia is an inherited blood condition caused by mutations in the HBB gene. This disrupts production of beta-globin, a vital protein in red blood cells for carrying oxygen. The resulting deficiency leads to anemia, with symptoms ranging from mild (carriers) to severe (thalassemia major) including fatigue, paleness, and weakness. India has the highest number of affected children worldwide with an …
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E-cigarettes (vapes) have gained popularity in recent years, often touted as a safer option compared to traditional cigarettes. This perception stems from the absence of tobacco combustion in vapes, leading many to believe they’re a healthier alternative. However, despite a complete ban on e-cigarettes in India, including sale, storage, and manufacture, young people, particularly Gen Z millennials, are still finding …
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Dietiting refers to restricting yourself to a small amount of food or following a special diet. It is a practice of eating food in a regulated way to decrease, increase or to prevent or treat diseases. There are various myths behind this. Myth: carbohydrates are the main culprit for weight gain. If one can stop taking carbohydrates in their diet …
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Testicles, also known as testes, are a vital part of the male reproductive system responsible for producing sperm and hormones such as testosterone. They are located in the scrotum. The scrotum helps regulate the temperature of the testes to ensure proper sperm production. Despite its importance, testicular health is frequently ignored until problems materialize. Today’s lifestyle factors, including sedentary behavior, …
Read More »FASHION RUNWAY OF INDIA-2024 by Showtheeme Production
People in India have got influenced and adapted the fashion which has become a vibrant scene and turned out a colorful and a glamorous world where everyday a new trend is getting introduced. Until recently, people have focused on couture lines and wedding trousseau but now the Indian fashion has gone up to international market and got combined with the …
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Pregnancy and motherhood are one of the most profound experiences, but they can also be incredibly challenging both physically and mentally. Mothers become intensified with the growing societal pressures and expectations which significantly leads to mental health issues among them. Which further makes it mandatory to support them mentally, physically, and emotionally because having someone by their side in this …
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Breast cancer is one of the most common types of cancer to affect women across the globe. Since breast cancer can develop in different parts of the breast, including the ducts, lobules, and connective tissues, it is crucial to restrict its spread, especially in high-risk individuals. One of the ways in which this is done is mastectomy, which is a medical intervention …
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Malaria, a disease caused by the Plasmodium parasite and transmitted through the bite of infected mosquitoes, continues to be a significant public health challenge in many parts of the world. Despite concerted efforts to eradicate it, malaria persists in certain countries, posing a threat to millions of lives. Understanding the reasons behind its persistence, the measures taken by countries that …
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Ingredients 60 ml PATRÓN Reposado 30 ml Fresh Lime Juice 15ml Agave Syrup 15ml Passionfruit Syrup 3 Seedless Jalapeño Slices (Add Bird’s Eye for a bigger punch) Tajin Rim Method 1. Gently muddle the jalapeño slices in the cocktail shaker. 2. Add Patron, lime juice, agave, passionfruit, and ice to the shaker. 3. Shake and strain into a rock glass …
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