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Colleen Fleiss

Colleen is a well-versed medical writer, who has written on various medical topics. She writes under her pen name contributing news to Medindia.

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Summer Heat and Poor Hygiene: A Risky Combo for Your Child's Stomach

Summer Heat and Poor Hygiene: A Risky Combo for Your Child's Stomach

Extreme summer heat weakens digestion and increases stomach infections in children due to dehydration and unhygienic eating habits.

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Popular Contraceptive Pill Desogestrel May Double Brain Tumor Risk

Popular Contraceptive Pill Desogestrel May Double Brain Tumor Risk

Contraceptive pills, especially desogestrel when used long-term, may increase brain tumor risk in some women.

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Sickle Cell Anemia Day 2025: Global Voices, Local Impact

Sickle Cell Anemia Day 2025: Global Voices, Local Impact

An overview of World Sickle Cell Anemia Day 2025 and the global and local challenges of managing sickle cell disease.

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Pride Month: More Than a Parade-It's Love Rising Above Suppression

Pride Month: More Than a Parade-It's Love Rising Above Suppression

Pride Month honors LGBTQ+ courage, celebrates identity, and urges acceptance while spotlighting global struggles and India’s ongoing journey.

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Acupuncture May Ease Nocturia in Prostate Cancer Survivors

Acupuncture May Ease Nocturia in Prostate Cancer Survivors

Acupuncture may ease nocturia in prostate cancer survivors better than standard care.

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