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What is Rhinocerebral Mucormycosis?

Rhinocerebral mucormycosis is a highly lethal fungal infection that is the most common type of mucormycosis to affect human beings.

17 Aug 2021

Viral vs Bacterial Pneumonia

Pneumonia is an infection of one or both lungs which affects alveoli. This article looks at the differences between bacterial and viral pneumonia.

12 Aug 2021

New Biomarkers Discovered for IBS

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) affects a significant number of people across the world. This article looks at identifying biomarkers for IBS.

12 Aug 2021

COVID-19 and Autoimmune Diseases

The ongoing pandemic of COVID-19 caused by SARS-CoV-2 has caused severe or critical illness in a significant minority of patients.

11 Aug 2021

Humanitarian Aid in the COVID-19 Pandemic

In this article, we will look at the role of humanitarian aid throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.

10 Aug 2021

Non-Communicable Diseases

In this article non-communicable diseases are discussed, exploring the common conditions and global distribution.

9 Aug 2021

Fighting Fatigue

More than half of those who recover from COVID-19 go on to report fatigue months later. s the pandemic endures, data continues to emerge revealing the prevalence of what has been coined 'long COVID'.

9 Aug 2021

Importance of a Work-Life Balance

The ongoing pandemic has highlighted the difficulty of achieving satisfaction within and outside of work hours. In this article the importance of a work-life balance.

6 Aug 2021

Innate versus Adaptive Immunity

The human immune system is split into the innate immune system and the adaptive immune system. Both systems work in harmony to protect us from infections and disease.

6 Aug 2021

The characteristics of an organism emerge through complex interactions of its genetic make-up and the effects of the environment. This article discusses this terminological distinction –– that of the genotype versus the phenotype.

5 Aug 2021

COVID-19 and the Gastrointestinal Tract

In this article, the impact of COVID-19 on the gastrointestinal tract is explored.

4 Aug 2021

Health Benefits of Chia Seeds

Chia seeds are an ancient grain whose growing popularity worldwide is driven by its nutritional profile that offers a wealth of functional benefits.

3 Aug 2021

A Guide to Fasting Healthily for Ramadan

Fasting during the month of Ramadan is an obligatory practice for healthy adult Muslims. This article serves as a guide to fasting healthily for Ramadan.

3 Aug 2021

Lung Health and Vaping

In this article, we discuss the various studies that have recently been published that highlight the dangers of vaping to health, particularly lung health.

29 Jul 2021

Ocean Pollution and Human Health

Although it may not be obvious to us in our day to day lives, the health of the ocean has significant consequences on human health.

29 Jul 2021

What is Autoimmune Hepatitis?

Autoimmune hepatitis (AIH) is a rare and chronic disorder occurring when the body’s immune system attacks the liver cells, causing inflammation.

27 Jul 2021

The Elimination of Hepatitis: A Goal for 2030

Hepatitis is a general term to describe inflammation of the liver tissue. It can arise from several causes, although the most common cause is a viral infection.

27 Jul 2021

What is Alcoholic Hepatitis?

Alcoholic hepatitis is a severe syndrome whereby inflammation of the liver is caused by alcohol consumption.

27 Jul 2021

Ending the Stigma Against Hepatitis

Stigmatization refers to the action of placing a mark of disgrace upon a person, based upon some characteristic that distinguishes them from other members of society.

26 Jul 2021