Sushma Rao's Profile
M.A (Communication & Journalism)
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.
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Alectinib May Be Drug Of Choice to Treat Non-Small-Cell Lung Cancer
Alectinib, a next generation tyrosine kinase inhibitor found to improve the symptoms associated with anaplastic lymphoma kinase (ALK)-positive non-small-cell lung cancer than with the standard treatment of crizotinib.
Increase in Pollution-causing Particles Cause Lung Infections in Children
Even short-term exposure to fine particulate matter may cause lung infections in children.
New Mosquito Net can Protect Children from Malaria
A novel mosquito net treated with piperonyl butoxide, a chemical that blocks the mosquito’s natural defense mechanisms has been developed to tackle the spread of malaria.
Every Bowel Tumor Has a Unique Genetic Blueprint
Single cell and organoid technology show that every cell of the tumor is genetically different.
"Say No To Unnecessary C-Sections" - Cesarean Awareness Month
Did you know that one third of all deliveries is by cesarean section? Cesarean awareness month, observed in April aims to create awareness on cesarean section births and reducing unnecessary cesarean sections.