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World Malaria Day – April 25th

World Malaria Day – April 25th

World Malaria Day is observed to bring global attention to the efforts being made to bring an end to malaria, and encourage action to reduce suffering and death from the disease. Malaria is an acute febrile illness caused by Plasmodium parasites, which are spread to...
First Aid for Heat Syncope

First Aid for Heat Syncope

Heat exhaustion is a heat-related illness that can occur after you’ve been exposed to high temperatures, and it often is accompanied by dehydration. There are two types of heat exhaustion: Water depletion. Signs include excessive thirst, weakness, headache, and...
World Hemophilia Day

World Hemophilia Day

Hemophilia is usually an inherited bleeding disorder in which the blood does not clot properly. This can lead to spontaneous bleeding as well as bleeding following injuries or surgery. Blood contains many proteins called clotting factors that can help to stop...
World Liver Day – April 19

World Liver Day – April 19

There are many kinds of liver diseases and conditions. Some, like hepatitis, are caused by viruses. Others can be the result of drugs or drinking too much alcohol. Long-lasting injury or scar tissue in the liver can cause cirrhosis. Jaundice, or yellowing of the skin,...
World Sarcoidosis Awareness Day – April 13

World Sarcoidosis Awareness Day – April 13

Every year on April 13th, World Sarcoidosis Awareness Day draws attention an inflammatory disease and encourages those who have this condition to support one another and educate others about living with sarcoidosis. Sarcoidosis is a condition that causes our immune...
National Safe Motherhood Day – April 11

National Safe Motherhood Day – April 11

Every year National Safe Motherhood Day is celebrated on April 11 with an aim to raise awareness of good healthcare and safety of all mothers or expecting mothers. It is an initiative undertaken by the government of India, aimed at reducing maternal and neonatal death...