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Vaccines:Shield of Nature Against Diseases

INTRODUCTION  Vaccines are known as the most powerful and life-saving weapons in the battle between human beings and infectious diseases. They are known for transforming the public health and rewriting the story of human survival by wiping out deadly viruses like smallpox and also prevents millions of childhood death every year. Instead of their remarkable success,vaccines are mostly misunderstood. In this blog post,we will delve into the world of vaccines by knowing about their working,types and why they are so important for the humankind. Let’s explore the enchanting science, history, and future of vaccines — nature’s invisible shield against disease. Sup HISTORY OF VACCINES The credit for that invention of vaccines goes to an English physician named Edward Jenner approximately more than 200 years ago. In the year 1796,he observed that the nilkmaids who contracted cowpox which is a mild diseases in cows,were not affected by the deadly smallpox which means that they ...

The Global Health Threat:PANDEMICS

INTRODUCTION  A disease which has a global outbreak and affects millions of people across multiple countries or even continents is known as a Pandemic. Throughout human history,the phenomenon of pandemic is recurring which causes widespread illness,death and disruption to societies. Recently, the world has witnessed various pandemic,including the most highlighted pandemic which was known as COVID-19. It is essential to understand the pandemics, their causes, their impacts so that people can prepare themselves for such global health threats. In this blog post,we will discuss about the most famous pandemics along with their causes,impacts and prevention strategies.  Sup MAJOR PANDEMICS IN THE HISTORY OF MANKIND Since ancient civilizations, pandemics have significantly affected human beings by causing widespread illness which lead to death and disruption of society. Some of the most important pandemics which couldn't be unnoticed are as follows: ●Prehist...

HEPATITIS

INTRODUCTION  A medical condition which is characterized by the inflammation of the liver is known as Hepatitis. It is mostly caused by viral infections,however it can also get triggered by other methods such as exposure to toxins,certain medications or autoimmune diseases.  In this blog post,we will explore about the disease Hepatitis by knowing about its types,causes,symptoms,diagnosis, treatment options and prevention strategies.  TYPES OF HEPATITIS  There are various types of Hepatitis each with its own unique characteristics and mode of transmission. The five types of Hepatitis are as follows: ●Hepatitis A:   This is a basic type of Hepatitis which is primarily spread by the fecal-oral route,mostly through contaminated food or water. It is usually self-limiting and does not lead to chronic infection.  ●Hepatitis B:   This type is mainly transmitted by bodily fluids such as blood,semen and vaginal fluids. It can cause both a...

MARASMUS and KWASHIORKOR

INTRODUCTION  The human body requires several nutrients to function properly, if such requirements are not fulfilled then the body suffers from malnutrition. It happens due to unbalanced diet which may be lacking in nutritious food or the person has certain medical conditions. It can be caused due to poverty which means limited access to nutritious food,insecurity of food or some conditions which affect the absorption of food in the body. Malnutrition have several consequences such as impaired growth and development which can be seen in small children,immune system becomes weak which makes the body more susceptible to infections, the risk of developing a chronic disease increases. The root cause of malnutrition should be addressed by providing access to nutritious food and healthcare so that it can be prevented and managed. In this blog post,we will explore two of the diseases which arise because of malnutrition:- MARASMUS and KWASHIORKOR. Their symptoms, causes and ris...

Common Health Issues in Newborn

INTRODUCTION  The most momentous,excited and anticipated occasion for parents is the arrival of newborn. They begin their journey of nurturing, caring and protecting the tiny new life. However, this journey is filled with challenges mainly when it comes to health and well-being of the little one.  Small babies,especially those who are born prematurely or with some underlying medical conditions are more prone to range of diseases and health conditions. The immune system of the newborn is immature and organs are also not fully developed to their potential, so they are fragile and more susceptible to infections,diseases and other health issues. The first few weeks after the birth are considered to be very critical because any health issues which arise during this phase can have serious impact on the baby's long-term health and development.  Some of the diseases or conditions by which newborns are affected can be congenital or may develop after birth. Such conditi...