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Greetings on the onset of monsoon!
Monsoon is a refreshing season, as rain brings in the much needed relief from the grueling heat of the summer, but there are certain health hazards that come along with it too. People must be careful about these. Read more on how to take care of your health during the Monsoons in this issue of PSM India Capsule.
A move that must be appreciated! Telangana state government initiates a unique healthcare initiative of supporting free organ transplantation surgeries under Aarogyasri Health Insurance Scheme and providing costly medicines free of cost.
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Dr. Poonam Khetrapal SinghDirector, WHO South-East Asia Region
Monsoon and You!
Monsoon season is nothing short of a blessing in disguise, as it makes the environment cool, providing much needed relief from the scorching heat. Again, even with the cool showers, there are certain health risks that your body may get prone to; such as infection, allergies or indigestion. One must take possible precautions to keep illness at bay. Allergies get worse after showers, which is quite normal. Hence, people with asthma need to be more vigilant during this season of the year because allergens, such as pollens, molds, fungi, and dust act as major illness factors, which can worsen the attack of asthma. It's not just allergies; many people suffer from conjunctivitis during monsoon while others tussle against rashes and itching, mostly, resulting from moist conditions, wet clothes, and other such factors that contribute towards the spread of infections.
Photosynthesis may help treat heart disease
Boston, June 2017: Stanford scientists have found that using blue-green algae and light to trigger photosynthesis inside the heart could help treat cardiac disease, the top cause of death globally.
Here's why some babies are born too smallWashington DC, June 2017: Why is one twin smaller than the other? According to a recent study, the answer could lie in the placenta.
200 scientists call for new restrictions on antimicrobial chemicals in personal-care productsWashington, June 2017: The Food and Drug Administration took the bold step late last year of banning 19 chemicals in hand and body soap because of questions about their benefits and concerns about their impact on human health and the environment. What many consumers don't know is that these ingredients are still commonly used in other personal-care products.
Canadian Online Pharmacy Retains Canadian License Despite U.S. Allegations Of Selling $78 Million In Fake Drugs To Americans
June, 2017: Online pharmacy Canada Drugs, under indictment for selling millions of dollars worth of fake and misbranded cancer medications to U.S. medical offices, still retains its license to operate from the College of Pharmacists of Manitoba, according to CBC’s Karen Pauls. Despite accusations from U.S. federal prosecutors for allegedly selling $78 million of unapproved, misbranded and counterfeit drugs to US doctors, the College of Pharmacists of Manitoba admits to only observing the extradition court proceedings. The College of Pharmacists warn that “CanadaDrugs.com has two licenses” one through them and another through Health Canada.
Canada Drugs Indictment: Six Canadians Arrested and Facing Extradition
June 2017: Almost three years after the original grand jury indictment in November 2014, the owner of Canada Drugs and five of his co-conspirators were arrested on June 14 and 15 in Canada under the Extradition Act, reports CBC News. Kristjan Thorkelson, Thomas Haughton, Ronald Sigurdson, Darren Chalus, Troy Nakamura, and James Trueman have been arrested in connection with the distribution of counterfeit cancer medication in the United States. Prosecutors originally made the extradition request in 2015, according to the Billings Gazette.
Frequently Asked Questions Q1. What is the Amoebiasis?
Amoebiasis (pronounced as ami-b-asis) is a germ that mainly leads to diarrhea. It is caused by a parasite called Entamoeba histolytica.
How does Amoebiasis spread?
Amoebiasis usually occurs by consumption of contaminated water or food that contains the cysts of entamoeba. Most often it spreads by house flies and cockroaches.
What are the symptoms of Amoebiasis?
Children with amebiasis present with loose motions with blood and mucus, foul smelling flatus and uneasiness. Chronic infection may lead to weight loss and malnourished children. There is pain in lower abdomen especially on passing a bowel motion. If infection period is long it can involve liver and other body organs also leading to a condition called as amoebic abscess.Read More>>>
Beware of Packed Juices!
Article contributed by one of our Subscriber: Dr. Madhvi Patel, Physician, AhmedabadToday, there is a countless array of packed juices and soft drinks choices available in the market. Still, it is significant to judge what is safe and healthy for you. Always buy pasteurized juices, do check for labels, date of manufacturing and use by date.
Dr. Debasis Mohanthy, Physician, KolkataGreat Applause to PSM-India as they are efficiently promoting awareness against spurious medicine across the country.
Dr. Izra khan, MD, Lucknow Thank You! PSM-India for helping the people to know their medication closely.
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