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Madhumathi Palaniappan

Madhu, an alumni of Madras Medical College writes on drugs and handles the drug section on Medindia. Her long term dream and desire is to become an entrepreneur in the Pharma field.

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How Do We Detect the Hidden HIV?

How Do We Detect the Hidden HIV?

The Hidden HIV virus can be detected by a new test that is less labor-intensive and provides the result within one week.

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Promising Pancreatic Cancer Target Identified

Promising Pancreatic Cancer Target Identified

Pancreatic cancer can be treated by promising treatments that could suppress the GRP78 protein.

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HIV Vaccine Design: Immunogen Identified to Combat Different HIV Strains

HIV Vaccine Design: Immunogen Identified to Combat Different HIV Strains

New vaccine candidate designed by combining an immunogen could combat different HIV strains.

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Test Your Knowledge on Dehydration

Test Your Knowledge on Dehydration

Dehydration occurs when there is depletion of body fluids without adequate replacement. Test your knowledge on dehydration by taking this quiz.

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Diabetics Can Now Heal Their Wounds With Designer Worm Spit

Diabetics Can Now Heal Their Wounds With Designer Worm Spit

Designer worm spit from a Thai liver parasite could be a solution to non-healing wounds in diabetic patients.

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