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Lab Values – Reference Range – LDL Cholesterol
LDL cholesterol, also known as low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, is a type of cholesterol that plays a significant role in the development of atherosclerosis, a condition characterized by the buildup of plaque in the arteries. LDL cholesterol is often referred to...
First Aid for Hypertension
When encountering someone with high blood pressure (hypertension) who is experiencing symptoms or a hypertensive crisis, it is essential to prioritize their safety and well-being. Here are some first aid measures you can take: Stay calm and reassure the person: Create...
World Thyroid Day – May 25
Thyroid hormones are a group of hormones produced by the thyroid gland, a butterfly-shaped organ located in the neck. Here are 10 key points about thyroid hormones: The primary thyroid hormones are thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3). These hormones play a...
World Schizophrenia Day – May 24th
Schizophrenia is a chronic mental disorder that affects a person's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is considered a severe psychiatric condition that can significantly impact a person's ability to function in daily life. Individuals with schizophrenia may...
Acidity – Less Known Facts
Acid reflux, also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), is a condition where the contents of the stomach, including stomach acid, flow back into the esophagus. The esophagus is the tube that carries food from the mouth to the stomach. In a healthy...
First Aid for Hypoglycemia
Low blood glucose is common among people with type 1 diabetes and among people with type 2 diabetes. Low blood glucose levels can be a side effect of insulin or some other medicines that help your pancreas release insulin into your blood Symptoms of low blood glucose...
World Aids Vaccine Day
HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) is a retrovirus that attacks the immune system, specifically targeting CD4 cells, which are crucial for fighting infections. HIV is primarily transmitted through unprotected sexual intercourse, sharing needles or syringes, and from...
International Nurses Day – 12th May
"Remembering the Lady with the Lamp, Florence Nightingale's Legacy in Healthcare preceding International Nurse Day." Some major job responsibilities of a nurse include: Maintaining care for all patients during their shift. Recognizing the change in a patient's health...
World Lupus Day – May10th
Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects the body's immune system. The condition can cause inflammation, pain, and damage to various organs in the body. Lupus can affect people of any age, gender, or race, but it is more common in women of childbearing age....
World Ovarian Cancer Day – 8th May
Ovarian cancer is not a common disease, but it accounts for more deaths than any other cancer of the female reproductive system. When women are diagnosed with cancer limited to the ovary that has not spread, their chance of survival is often high. Ovarian cancer...
Myth & Fact on Dieting
Do not skip breakfast - Skipping breakfast will not help you lose weight. You could miss out on essential nutrients and you may end up snacking more throughout the day because you feel hungry. Eat regular meals Eat plenty of fruit and vegetables that has lot of...
World Asthma Day
World Day for Safety and Health at Work – April 28
The Annual World Day for Safety and Health at Work on 28 April promotes the prevention of occupational accidents and diseases globally. Emerging risks at workNew and emerging occupational risks may be caused by technical innovation or by social or organizational...
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
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 loss...
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...
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