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Samhita has just completed her Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology from SRM Institute of Science and Technology. Her areas of interest are Cancer Biology and Molecular Biology. She is a pet lover, and during her leisure time, she volunteers in several adoption drives for Indian cats and dogs.
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COVID-19 Causes Anxious and Upsetting Dreams
There is an increase in anxious and upsetting dreams due to the impact of COVID-19. The study suggests that women’s dreams are more strongly affected by pandemic than men’s dreams.
Tattoos Impair Sweating and Increase Risk of Heat-Related Damage
Tattooed skin does not sweat as much as normal skin, and this could overheat the body. Small tattoos do not cause much impact but larger the tattoo, the more it affects the body’s ability to cool down.
Novel Drug Target for Deadly E.coli Infections
A new molecular pathway has been discovered by researchers that control the production of Shiga toxins in deadly Enterohemorrhagic E. coli (EHEC) infections.
Worsening Symptoms for People With Musculoskeletal Pain in Lockdown
People with bone, joint and muscle pain have reported that their symptoms have worsened during the lockdown. People who experience loneliness and social isolation were also less likely to access healthcare.
Women With Ovarian Tumors can Conceive
Women with borderline ovarian tumors can mostly have children naturally without requiring assisted reproduction with fertility-sparing surgery. These women also had a high survival rate.
