In response to the outbreak, the state health department has stepped up surveillance and issued an alert. | Representative image: Reuters 1 minute read Last update: August 26, 2024 | 21:14 IS The Odisha government has culled over 11,700 chickens in Pipili in Puri district following the detection of the H5N1 strain of bird flu, … Read more
Optical Illusion Test: The First Thing You See Reveals Whether You’re an Overthinker or a Daydreamer (Image: Pinterest) Optical illusions are fascinating visual tricks that trick our brain into seeing something different than reality. These illusions use patterns, colors, and shapes to create images that can be interpreted in a variety of ways. For example, … Read more
What is inflammation? Inflammation is the body’s natural response to injury, infection, or harmful stimuli. It is a protective mechanism designed to eliminate the cause of the damage and promote healing. In the short term, inflammation is beneficial and necessary for recovery. However, when inflammation becomes chronic, it can lead to serious health problems, including … Read more
Changes in the spike protein increased the coronavirus’ ability to infect the brain. 3 minutes reading time Last update: August 26, 2024 | 14:46 IS Changes in the spike protein increased the coronavirus’ ability to infect the brain, which could underlie brain-related symptoms of the disease, including brain fog from long Covid, a new study … Read more
High-risk HPV in men is linked to fertility problems A new study has found that men who have the high-risk form of the virus that causes cervical cancer, or HPV, have higher amounts of dead sperm, which negatively affects their fertility. The study was published in the journal Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology and … Read more
Plastic surgery is a topic that continues to fascinate and sometimes polarise. While more and more people are embracing the benefits of cosmetic and reconstructive surgery, misconceptions about plastic surgery persist. These myths can often deter people from making informed decisions, whether due to sensationalist depictions in the media or outdated stereotypes. Dr Vipul Nanda, … Read more
Check out the health benefits of hemp seeds here Seeds have earned a place in people’s daily diet. They are rich in nutrients and offer several health benefits, one of them being hemp seedsThis seed is known for its high protein content and has several important fatty acids, including omega-3 and omega-6. Hemp seeds are … Read more
Skin cancer spreads to nearby tissue or other areas of the body if not detected early. It is normal to have spots on your face, which can be due to the type of skin you have, pollution, some hormonal changes or even deadly and dangerous diseases like cancer. According to doctors, spots, pimples and acne … Read more
The H5N1 strain is highly pathogenic and can also be transmitted to animals such as pigs, horses, big cats, dogs and occasionally humans. According to media reports, Odisha has culled more than 1,000 chickens after testing positive for the highly pathogenic H5N1 strain of bird flu. Reuters said the epicentre of the outbreak was in … Read more
Federal health officials have announced that free virus testing kits will be mailed to homes starting in late September. As COVID-19 cases continue to rise in the United States, federal health officials have announced that free virus testing kits will be mailed to homes starting in late September. According to the U.S. Health and Human … Read more
