Sushma Rao's Profile

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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Paper-based Test Diagnoses Zika Infection in Just 20 Minutes

Paper-based Test Diagnoses Zika Infection in Just 20 Minutes

New diagnostic test for Zika virus detects the viral protein NS1 in the blood sample of the patient accurately. This test helps avoid false positives of other viruses.

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Can Scar Tissue After a Heart Attack be Turned Back into Functioning Heart Muscle?

Can Scar Tissue After a Heart Attack be Turned Back into Functioning Heart Muscle?

Can scar tissue after a heart attack be turned back into functioning heart muscle using stem cells regeneration techniques?

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World Heart Day: Share the Power

World Heart Day: Share the Power

The theme of World Heart Day 2017 is to share how you power your heart, inspiring people to be heart healthy and prevent cardiovascular diseases.

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Milk Substitutes Increase Risk of Iodine Deficiency

Milk Substitutes Increase Risk of Iodine Deficiency

People who replace cow’s milk with milk-alternative drinks are more likely to lack iodine, a micronutrient important for thyroid function and brain development.

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Rabies Can Be Prevented – World Rabies Day

Rabies Can Be Prevented – World Rabies Day

World Rabies Day observed worldwide on the 28th September every year aims to raise awareness about rabies and its prevention in humans, as well as animals.

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