Health & Wellness Articles

The skin is the largest organ in the human body and a barrier to prevent pathogens and other harmful agents from entering your body. It protects your from several virus and bacteria. It also protects you from the harsh rays of the sun that can harm your cells. Therefore, taking good care of your skin …

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You may be working at home or busy with your daily routine. Here’s good news for you – there’s a day coming up to break the monotony. Each year, March 30 is observed as National Take a Walk in the Park Day to provide an opportunity for recreation and enjoy nature in the best way. …

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Breast cancer occurs when breast cells grow abnormally. It is the most common cancer diagnosed in the US after skin cancer. There are different types of breast cancer based on the particular cells in the breast that are affected. Nearly all breast cancers are carcinomas, or tumors that start in the epithelial cells lining the …

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A type of bacteria called Mycobacterium tuberculosis causes Tuberculosis (TB), a contagious infection that primarily affects the lungs. TB can also affect any part of the body like the brain and the spine. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), TB is one of the top 10 causes of death worldwide and killed an estimated …

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A healthy mouth is important for a healthy body. It is very important to pay attention to your oral health as the mouth is one of the main doorways for the virus that can cause COVID-19 and other infections such as the flu. Adopting a good oral hygiene routine and managing risk factors is important …

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“Quarantine 15” is the weight gain many people experienced when the pandemic-driven stay-at-home guidelines went into effect. The interruption in daily routine and habits and the stress and self-isolation brought on by the pandemic is believed to account for this weight gain. Boredom and stress have a powerful effect on appetite and cause people to …

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Spring is around the corner! The season heralds new hope and spending time outdoors can be a big stress reliever after the long winter and stay-a-home restrictions imposed by COVID-19 pandemic. Spring is the best time for a body tune-up and doing the right exercises can help you shake off sluggishness and enjoy the beautiful …

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Job-related eye injuries are getting more common. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that each day approximately 2,000 U.S. workers sustain a job-related eye injury that requires medical treatment. About one third of these injuries are treated in hospital emergency departments, and more than 100 result in one or more days away …

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Water is an important nutrient and necessary for all forms of life to sustain. The body loses its water throughout the day, mostly through urine and sweat and from regular functions like breathing. To prevent dehydration (losing more fluids than you are taking in), you should drink plenty of water every day. One common question …

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Looking at a computer, smartphone or any other digital screen for long periods of time can be tough on your eyes and lead to eye strain. The ongoing pandemic has increased the screen time. According to an Eyesafe Nielsen report, the average screen time per person rose 60%, to more than 13 hours a day, …

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