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Diabetes patches – what are they and who should use them?

Diabetes has become increasingly common over the years, with India being home to nearly 77 million diabetics as of Nov 2019. Insulin, the hormone which regulates sugar metabolism, is either

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What is the function of bone marrow? How are bone marrow tests done?

Bone marrow is a spongy, gelatinous tissue found at the core of several bones in the body. Bone marrow is of two types – red and yellow. Red marrow, known

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The Pancreas and its functions

What is the Pancreas? The pancreas is a leaf-shaped gland present in the upper-left part of the abdomen and behind the stomach. The pancreas is spongy, 6 to 10 inches

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Fungal Infection – Types and Treatment

Fungi are unique microorganisms that feed on organic matter and are found abundantly in nature. They are present in the soil, water, air, on the surface or inside the bodies

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The importance of Day-care services in a hospital

One of the recent healthcare trends around the world, and in India too, is the emergence of Day-care hospitals. Day-care hospitals are more than an outpatient clinic and less than

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Thrombolysis and Mechanical Thrombectomy

Before we delve into the details regarding thrombolysis and mechanical thrombectomy, it is necessary to get acquainted with some facts regarding stroke. A stroke is an acute vascular event of

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Brown Rice vs. White Rice – A Comparative Study

Rice is a popular staple in most parts of India and there are as many as 6000 varieties of rice grown here. In this article, we will stay focused on

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All you need to know about Brachial Plexus Injury

What is Brachial Plexus? The Brachial Plexus is an important member of the Central Nervous System. It’s a network of nerves that start from nerve roots in the neck and

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All that you need to know about Food Borne Illnesses

Food-borne illnesses are a lot more common than you are aware. Worldwide, 125000 deaths occur every year due to food-borne illnesses, out of which as much as 40% are children

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When do swollen lymph nodes mean cancer?

The simplest answer would be – hard to say! While some general indications are there, these are not enough to confirm or rule out cancer.  There are some physical markers

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