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Human diseases : Communicable & Non Communicable Diseases, Acute and Chronic Diseases; Causes and Prevention of Infectious, Genetic and Lifestyle Disease.

Diseases – Communicable diseases, Endemic diseases Top 10 Causes of Death (Source: WHO World Health Statistics 2012) Ischemic heart disease 12 % Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease 11% Stroke 9% Diarrheal disease 6% Lower respiratory infections 5% Preterm birth complications 4% Tuberculosis 3% Self-inflicted injuries 3% Falls 3% Road injuries 2% Communicable diseases Communicable diseases continue … Read more

Human health and diseases

Human Health and diseases According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), health is defined as: Health is a state of complete physical, mental, and social well being and not merely absence of disease or infirmity. Good health of an individual is important in order to ensure happiness and our ability to work. There are many … Read more

Health Care- For RAS/RTS Mains and Prelims

[su_posts template=”templates/teaser-loop.php” posts_per_page=”320″ post_type=”post,page” tax_term=”1316″ tax_operator=”0″ order=”desc”], Health care is a broad term that encompasses the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. It is a complex system that involves a variety of stakeholders, including patients, providers, payers, and policymakers. The health care system in India is a complex and fragmented one. It is made up … Read more

Emphysema

Emphysema: A Silent Killer in the Lungs Emphysema, a chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), is a progressive lung condition that destroys the tiny air sacs (alveoli) in the lungs. This damage makes it difficult to breathe, leading to shortness of breath, wheezing, and a persistent cough. While often associated with smoking, emphysema can also be … Read more

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