Colleen Fleiss's Profile
M.Sc
Colleen is a well-versed medical writer, who has written on various medical topics. She writes under her pen name contributing news to Medindia.
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COVID-19's Impact on Life Expectancy Surpasses Prior Estimates
The study reveals a notable surge in global mortality among individuals aged over 15, attributed to excess mortality from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Beyond the Cough: Advancing Tuberculosis Diagnosis Strategies
While a persistent cough typically acts as the primary diagnostic indicator, in 80 percent of tuberculosis cases where this symptom is absent, diagnosis may be delayed.
Innovative Blood Marker Unveils Sleep Deprivation Levels
Given that 20% of road accidents worldwide are attributed to sleep deprivation, researchers intend to utilize the blood test to identify sleep-deprived drivers in the future.
Unveiling Higher Cardiovascular Risks for Women With Depression
Women diagnosed with depression face a comparatively higher relative risk of encountering adverse heart-related health outcomes than men.
The Silent Threat: Diabetes and Blindness Among Working-Age Indians
Uncontrolled Diabetes Mellitus impacts various parts of the eye consequently influencing eye pressures leading to glaucoma.