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M.A (Communication & Journalism)

Sushma Rao

Sushma's passion for writing has taken her far and wide, to places in the advertising and IT industries, where she has contributed towards Content and Digital Marketing. Her other interests are baking, dancing and traveling.

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World Down Syndrome Day

World Down Syndrome Day

World Down Syndrome Day is marked on 21st March each year to celebrate children and adults with Down syndrome and focus on specific issues.

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International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination

International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination

International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination is observed annually on 21st March in order to remind the world community of the negative consequences of racism and to encourage people to stand up against it.

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Probiotics may Prevent Clostridium Difficile-associated Diarrhea's Occurrence

Probiotics may Prevent Clostridium Difficile-associated Diarrhea's Occurrence

Probiotics were found to lessen the occurrence of Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea (CDAD) in patients receiving antibiotics and a significant reduction in side effects when compared with a control group or placebo.

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World Oral Health Day - “Say Ahh! Think Mouth, Think Health”

World Oral Health Day - “Say Ahh! Think Mouth, Think Health”

On March 20, dentists from across the world will be celebrating World Oral Health Day, aimed at creating awareness on oral disease and the significance of oral hygiene.

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Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Scan to Check for Prostate Cancer can Avoid Follow-up Biopsy

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Scan to Check for Prostate Cancer can Avoid Follow-up Biopsy

Using MRI as the initial step in suspected prostate cancer patients can help avoid a follow-up prostate biopsy in a quarter of the men.

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