Colleen Fleiss's Profile
M.Sc

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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World Autism Awareness Day 2025: Neurodiversity for a Better Tomorrow
World Autism Awareness Day 2025 encourages us to embrace neurodiversity and take simple actions to support people with autism, creating a more inclusive world.

Why Do We Smell? The Shocking Science of Body Odor!
Body odor is caused by skin bacteria metabolizing sweat, producing volatile compounds. Factors like genetics, diet, and age influence scent, with potential health links.

Pregnancy and Smoking: Menthol E-Cigarettes Could Lead to Birth Defects
Menthol from vaping during pregnancy may activate stress channels in embryos, disrupting development and increasing birth defect risks.

Indigenous MRI Set for Human Trials
AIIMS Delhi to begin human trials for India’s first indigenous 1.5T MRI system in October under MeitY’s IMRI mission.

Tamil Nadu Gears Up to Combat Heatwave Threat With Preventive Measures
Tamil Nadu rolls out medical preparedness, hydration points, and public advisories to tackle rising heatwave risks.