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BAMS, Post Graduate Diploma in Hospital Management

Dr. Meenakshy Varier

A doctor who is qualified in complementary medicine and keeps herself abreast with what is latest in the medical field through constant research. Meenakshy has worked as a content writer in the past and continues to contribute as a Freelancer. Her other interests include reading, writing, cooking view more..

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High Blood Pressure Medications Reduce Risk of Orthostatic Hypotension

High Blood Pressure Medications Reduce Risk of Orthostatic Hypotension

Treatment for lower high blood pressure does not increase the risk of developing orthostatic hypotension. On the contrary, lower blood pressure after treatment decreases the risk of orthostatic hypotension.

Hypertension News
New Tool Assesses COVID-19 Viral Mutations Effectively

New Tool Assesses COVID-19 Viral Mutations Effectively

The new tool, COVID-3D, contains all vital information about the protein structures of the COVID-19 virus and its every known genetic mutation and the resultant mutant protein structure. This information is crucial for developing effective treatments against the virus.

Coronavirus News
'Mozart Effect’ Helpful in Epilepsy

'Mozart Effect’ Helpful in Epilepsy

The Mozart music, also known as the Mozart Effect, can help reduce the frequency of epileptic seizures by causing neurostimulation in the brain. It helps in reducing the frequency of abnormal brain activities in epileptic patients called interictal epileptiform discharge

Research News
Change of Antiseptic Reduces Risk of Infection Post-Surgery by Half

Change of Antiseptic Reduces Risk of Infection Post-Surgery by Half

The risk of infection occurring after surgery can be reduced by replacing a conventionally used cleaning agent with alcoholic chlorhexidine gluconate or CHG. The use of CHG is safe and effective and minimizes the risk of infection post-surgery

Research News
Stress Management During Pregnancy Imperative for Newborn Well-Being

Stress Management During Pregnancy Imperative for Newborn Well-Being

Maternal psychological resilience during pregnancy has a positive effect on the telomere health of newborns. Newborns born to mothers who experienced stress during pregnancy.

Mental Health News