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Dysphagia

Dysphagia

Although most take swallowing for granted when young, increasing dysfunction and dysphagia are associated with ageing and diseases of ageing. Oropharyngeal dysphagia is a neglected entity but common in old age and in certain neurological disorders.The resulting morbidity and mortality is usually a consequence of aspiration, but difficult medical and ethical issues also arise relating […]

Understanding Snake-Bites and On-Field Do’s and Don’t’s

Understanding Snake-Bites and On-Field Do’s and Don’t’s

What do you mean by Snake-bite Envenomation? Snakebite envenomation is a potentially life-threatening condition caused as a result of toxins in the bite of a venomous snake. Envenomation can also be caused by having venom sprayed into the eyes by certain species of snakes that have the ability to spit venom as a defense measure. […]

Happiness and Health

Happiness and Health

Happiness is an emotion more than a feeling. Characterized by the feeling of joy, satisfaction and contentment. Happiness could be achieved in multiple ways but could be achieved by doing good to others, doing the thing you are good at, doing things that are good to you. Happiness and health are closely connected, after all, […]