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Concept of Biotechnology The term ‘Biotechnology’ may Sound futuristic, but it is nearly as old as civilization itself. We have begun growing crops and raising animals 10,000 years ago to provide a stable supply of food and clothing. We have been using the biological processes of Microorganisms for 6,000 years to make useful … Read more
Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana (PMSSY): Transforming India’s Healthcare Infrastructure Introduction India, with its vast population and diverse healthcare needs, faces significant challenges in providing equitable and accessible healthcare services. The country’s healthcare infrastructure has long been plagued by disparities, with rural areas and underserved communities facing limited access to quality medical facilities. Recognizing the … Read more
PUBLIC/PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP IN Health CARE Services IN INDIA It is widely accepted that the deficiencies in public sector health system can only be overcome by significant reforms. The need for reforms in India’s Health sector has been emphasized by successive plan documents since the Eighth Five-Year Plan in 1992, by … Read more
Charaka: The Father of Indian Medicine Charaka, a legendary figure in the history of Indian medicine, is revered as the “Father of Ayurveda.” His contributions to the field of medicine, documented in the seminal text Charaka Samhita, have profoundly influenced healthcare practices in India and beyond for centuries. This article delves into the life, teachings, … Read more
Preliminary idea of medicine and its Classification Medicine is the field of Health and healing. It includes nurses, doctors, and various specialists. It covers diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease, medical research, and many other aspects of health. Medicine aims to promote and maintain health and wellbeing. Conventional modern medicine is sometimes called … Read more
Narcotics Narcotics are a class of drugs that are used to relieve pain and induce sleep. They are also known as opioids, and they include drugs such as heroin, morphine, and codeine. Narcotics work by binding to opioid receptors in the brain, which blocks the transmission of pain signals. They can also cause a euphoric … Read more
Usefulness of Plants and human affairs (utility) Food Plants are the main source of food for humans. Plants, unlike humans and animals, manufacture their own food. They do so by the process known as Photosynthesis in their green leaves by use of sunlight. They can convert and store the Light energy in the … Read more
Disease is a condition that impairs the proper functioning of the body or its parts. A disease can be defined as: Any deviation from normal functioning or state of complete physical and mental well being. Types of diseases: The human diseases are broadly classified into following four categories: Acute diseases Chronic diseases Congenital diseases Acquired … Read more
Gene editing tool CRISPR-cas 9 and emerging new world Vast number of patients suffering from lifelong incurable diseases such as Sickle cell disease , Cystic fibrosis or Haemophilia and many more are at the threshold for a complete reversal of the disease and in near future shall influence favourably the treatment of poorly treated cancer … Read more
Unveiling the Mysteries of Jivaka Chintamani: A Journey Through the Heart of Ancient Indian Medicine The Jivaka Chintamani, a monumental work of Sanskrit medical literature, stands as a testament to the rich and sophisticated medical knowledge that flourished in ancient India. This treatise, attributed to the legendary physician Vagbhata, offers a comprehensive exploration of the … Read more