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Hemalatha Manikandan

Hemalatha Manikandan, Physician Assistant graduated from BITS Pilani, has extensive medical experience more than a decade specialising in Medical devices.

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How Childhood Bad Experiences Fuel Binge-Eating During College Days?

How Childhood Bad Experiences Fuel Binge-Eating During College Days?

Negative childhood events could release cortisol and adrenaline that impact brain health, resulting in binge eating during college days.

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Post-Menopausal Sleep Deprivation Raises Type 2 Diabetes Risk

Post-Menopausal Sleep Deprivation Raises Type 2 Diabetes Risk

Post-menopausal women are 20% more susceptible to sleep deprivation which increases the risk of type 2 diabetes and its associated disorders.

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FDA Approves First Vaccine for Chikungunya Virus

FDA Approves First Vaccine for Chikungunya Virus

The first chikungunya vaccine- Ixchiq, was licensed by the US FDA. It is given intramuscularly as a single dose to those at least 18 years and older.

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How Kid’s Genes Influence Poor Sleep?

How Kid’s Genes Influence Poor Sleep?

Children have a genetic predisposition to sleep deprivation, just like adults do, which can have long-term negative effects on their physical and mental health.

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Top 10 Health Benefits of Indoor Plants

Top 10 Health Benefits of Indoor Plants

Indoor plants, commonly used as home and office decor, help to improve physical, mental, and environmental health

Lifestyle and Wellness