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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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The Role of a Comprehensive Stroke Care Center

Table of Content What is a Stroke? Types of Strokes Stroke Signs and Symptoms FAST ABCDD Score The Role of Comprehensive Stroke Care Centers What Happens at the Center? Stroke

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Impella Heart Pump – Necessity and Applications

The Impella Heart Pump is an external device that is temporarily introduced into the heart, to maintain healthy blood-flow during a high-risk, protected, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI). It is also

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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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