Sushma Rao's Profile

M.A (Communication & Journalism)

Sushma Rao

Sushma's passion for writing has taken her far and wide, to places in the advertising and IT industries, where she has contributed towards Content and Digital Marketing. Her other interests are baking, dancing and traveling.

Written / Edited / Medically Reviewed

Nipah Virus Re-emerges for the Third Time in India

Nipah Virus Re-emerges for the Third Time in India

Re-emergence of the Nipah virus in India could be due to rapid urbanization and changing climate, say scientists.

Health In Focus
World No Tobacco Day

World No Tobacco Day

World No Tobacco Day observed on 31st May is mainly aimed at highlighting the importance of avoiding tobacco and its associated diseases.

Health Watch
Dengue Cases Worldwide Could Reduce If Global Warming is Limited

Dengue Cases Worldwide Could Reduce If Global Warming is Limited

Limiting global warming to 1.5oC as set by the Paris Climate Agreement could reduce the number of dengue fever cases by up to 3.3 million cases per year.

Health In Focus
World Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Day

World Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Day

World Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Day is observed every year on the 30th of May. For 2018, the theme of the campaign is ‘Bringing Us Closer’ with the aim to help connect those affected by MS with people involved in MS research and fundraising.

Health Watch
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Performs Better Than Dermatologists in Diagnosing Skin Cancer

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Performs Better Than Dermatologists in Diagnosing Skin Cancer

Artificial intelligence (AI) or deep machine learning appears to be more accurate and experienced compared to dermatologists in the diagnosis of melanoma, the most aggressive form of skin cancer.

Health In Focus