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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.

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Type 2 Diabetes and Heart Attack Risk: Central Arterial Stiffness May Be The Vital Link

Type 2 Diabetes and Heart Attack Risk: Central Arterial Stiffness May Be The Vital Link

Measurement of central arterial stiffness is a simple, non-invasive method to predict risk of development of atherosclerosis and heart disease in Type 2 diabetes.

Health In Focus
Top 7 Risks of Bad Posture

Top 7 Risks of Bad Posture

Bad posture results due to misalignment of spine. If not given proper attention in early stages, it can lead to bad effects on overall health.

Disease & Condition
Anti-hypertension DASH Diet May Reduce The Risk Of Gout

Anti-hypertension DASH Diet May Reduce The Risk Of Gout

The DASH diet is likely to be an ideal preventive approach for those who are at high risk for gout, especially those who also have hypertension.

Health In Focus
World Lupus Day 2017: Exclusive Interview With Dr. Swapan Nath, Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation

World Lupus Day 2017: Exclusive Interview With Dr. Swapan Nath, Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation

World Lupus Day is observed on 10 May every year to raise awareness about the condition. Dr. Swapan Nath discusses the genes that are associated with lupus.

Medindia Exclusive - Interviews and In depth Reports
Have a ‘Sweet Tooth’? Hormone Regulating Sugar Craving Identified

Have a ‘Sweet Tooth’? Hormone Regulating Sugar Craving Identified

The level of hormone FGF21 secreted by the liver is found to be associated with the regulation of sugar intake, providing a molecular basis for sweet cravings.

Health In Focus