Himabindu Venkatakrishnan's Profile

B.Sc

Himabindu Venkatakrishnan

Her expertise is in the area of speech and hearing and she also holds a certificate in Medical Transcription. She is an activist against 'heavy school bags' that can cause damage to the "backs" of young kids in India.

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Intra-amniotic Infection

Intra-amniotic Infection

Intra-amniotic infection, or Chorioamnionitis, is one of the common causes of early preterm rupture of membranes and is known to induce preterm labor.

Disease & Condition
All You Need to Know About Foodborne Illnesses

All You Need to Know About Foodborne Illnesses

Do you ignore mild stomach pains? Then beware you may face severe complications of foodborne illnesses that can be very difficult to treat later.

Disease & Condition
Effect of an Exercise Intervention to Quit Smoking During Pregnancy

Effect of an Exercise Intervention to Quit Smoking During Pregnancy

Physical activity has been found to contribute to successful smoking cessation programs in combination with smoking cessation medications.

Health In Focus
Homemade Cough Syrups

Homemade Cough Syrups

Homemade cough syrups can be a natural cough suppressant, without causing any side effects. Here are a few ways to make cough syrup at home.

Home Remedies
Home Remedies for Genital Warts

Home Remedies for Genital Warts

If you’re looking to get rid of genital warts, also known as HPV warts, read our exhaustive list of home remedies. What’s more, there are no side-effects!

Home Remedies