Every minute of every day there is always someone in need of blood across the world. This shows the need and importance of blood in saving lives. In order to bring about awareness of blood donation, WHO (World Health Organization)…
June 8th is World Brain Tumor Day
World Brain Tumor day is observed on June 8th every year, across the world to spread awareness of brain tumors. Tumor or cancer simply means growth. Sometimes it is self-contained and in some cases, it may be uncontrolled and spread to other areas of…
Ring Worm (Tinea)
Ring worm is a fungal infection of the skin, also known as dermatophytosis, affecting different areas of the body. It is generally classified depending on the area of the body affected and is caused by related yet different species of…
Be Sun Smart, Prevent Heat Stroke
With the summer raging and the atmospheric temperatures setting a new high every day, there is a possibility of sunstroke. Sunstroke, also known as Heat stroke, is a condition that occurs when the body is exposed to excessive sun or…
Sesame Seeds – Big nutrition in a small package
Sesame or till in Hindi is a herb that is mainly found in hot climates. The seeds are edible and can be used whole, broken, crushed, raw, husked, roasted, or powdered. It gives a crunchy and nutty texture and enhances…
Stay Hydrated this Summer
Dehydration is a common problem, especially among children and the elderly, that occurs mostly during summer. It is a condition that occurs when the amount of fluid lost from the body is more than one’s water intake. There are a…