Every year, the United Nations observes 1 October as the International Day of Elderly People. The International Day of Older People is an occasion to recognize the significant contributions made to society by older people and to increase awareness of the benefits and problems of aging in the world today. The United Nations draws attention […]
What is special on September 29 every year? Well, it is World Heart Day. It is a global campaign that promotes a healthy lifestyle. And spreads awareness about cardiovascular diseases and ways to prevent them. However, many people are unaware of this special campaign’s importance. This article will explain everything about World Heart Day, its […]
World Contraception Day takes place on September 26th every year. The annual worldwide campaign centers around a vision where every pregnancy is wanted. Launched in 2007, WCD’s mission is to improve awareness of contraception and to enable young people to make informed choices on their sexual and reproductive health. When is it Celebrated? World Contraception […]
What is diabetes? Diabetes is a chronic disease that occurs either when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin or when the body cannot effectively use the insulin it produces. Insulin is a hormone that regulates blood sugar. Hyperglycemia, or raised normal blood sugar, is a common effect of uncontrolled diabetes and over time leads […]
Dengue fever, also known as breakbone fever, is a mosquito-borne infection that can lead to a severe flu-like illness. It is caused by four different viruses and spread by Aedes mosquitoes. What is Dengue Dengue (DENG-gey) fever is a mosquito-borne disease that occurs in tropical and subtropical areas of the world. Mild dengue fever causes […]
Scoliosis is a sideways curve of the spine. Kids and teens with scoliosis have an irregular spine curve in S-shaped or C-shaped form. The curve will occur on either side of the spine, and in different spine locations. Symptoms can manifest at any age, but it mostly occurs from 10 to 12 years of age, […]
Neutropenia is a very rare blood disorder blood that produces a decreased number of neutrophils, or a complete lack. Neutrophils are a type of blood cell that protects the body from bacterial infections. Neutropenia types include Congenital, Idiopathic, Cyclic, and Autoimmune. The symptoms experienced by patients depend on the Neutropenia level. The smaller the number […]
What is Endocarditis? The endocardium is the heart’s inner lining. Endocarditis is an inflammation of the inner lining. Endocarditis typically occurs when bacteria, fungi, or other germs from the atmosphere or other areas of the body, such as your mouth, spread into your bloodstream and bind to heart valves. Endocarditis may weaken or kill your […]
Vasculitis is an inflammation of blood vessels in the body. It happens when the blood vessels are incorrectly targeted by the immune system, whether due to an infection, medication, or another disease. This can restrict blood flow and cause damage to tissues and organs. This can damage veins, arteries, and capillaries. When a blood vessel […]
A heel spur is a calcium deposit that caused bony development. These growths can occur in the back of or below your heel, or under your foot sole. Many people may have no symptoms while others may have severe heel pain. A heel spur can also be associated with plantar fasciitis, an inflammation of the […]
