
anatomy and community medicine

Bihar is all set to organize the 7th Swami Vivekananda Swasthya Sewa Yatra (SVSSY) on 12th January 2025, which promises to be one of the largest health camps ever held in India. This initiative, led by the[…]

Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) is a respiratory virus of family pneumoviridae, whose members are commonly known to affect various animal species, causing upper and lower respiratory tract infections. It was first discovered in the Netherlands in 2001 and[…]

NEET UG 2025: Complete Guide on Website, Syllabus, and Exam Pattern The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) UG is the single largest medical entrance examination in India, conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). It is[…]

What Are Ultra-Processed Foods (UPFs)?Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are artificially manufactured edible products created fromnatural food components or synthesized organic substances. These foods typically undergo multiple processing stages, including the addition of substances like preservatives, emulsifiers, synthetic sweeteners,[…]

Paracetamol (also known as acetaminophen) is a widely used over-the-counter medication for pain relief (analgesic) and fever reduction (antipyretic). In India the paracetamol is one the most commonest drug used. It is the most demanding drug in[…]

An AIIMS intern was physically assaulted at PHC Chhainsa and slapped hard by an attendant. Patient attendant has given death threat to that ‘intern on duty’ as well as other doctors working at PHC chainnsa. While coming[…]

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) classifies drinking/mineral water under the ‘high-risk’ food category, mandating annual third-party food safety audits. The move is effective immediately following an order dated November 29, 2024, and central[…]

In a heart-wrenching incident, four medical students lost their lives in a tragic road accident in Kerala. The devastating news has sent shockwaves across the state, leaving their families, friends, and communities in deep sorrow. The accident[…]
Table of Contents 1. Introduction to Sodium: An Essential Electrolyte 2. Daily Sodium Requirements: What You Need to Know 3. Crucial Roles of Sodium in the Body – Regulation of Body Fluid Balance – Ionic Balance and[…]