Himabindu Venkatakrishnan's Profile

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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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Poor Blood Circulation

Poor Blood Circulation

Poor blood circulation is the impaired flow of blood to certain parts of the body. It is mostly noticed at body extremities like the toes and fingers.

Disease & Condition
How to Reduce School Bag Weight - Simple Tips

How to Reduce School Bag Weight - Simple Tips

Solutions to reduce the weight of heavy school bags is by carrying the right books and notes in the bag to prevent strain to the back, shoulders and hands.

Lifestyle Articles
Hookworm Infection

Hookworm Infection

Hookworm infection, a parasitic intestinal infection is more prevalent in places with poor sanitation and hygiene as the hookworms spread through contaminated soil.

Disease & Condition
Hallucinations

Hallucinations

Hallucinations or false perceptions, are often associated with mental disorders and neurological disorders. In the elderly, it occurs with dementia and auditory hallucinations are most common.

Disease & Condition
Middle East Respiratory Syndrome

Middle East Respiratory Syndrome

MERS, a newly discovered respiratory disease, was recently reported in the Arabian region. MERS is caused by a virus similar to that causing common cold and other respiratory illnesses.

Disease & Condition