Understanding How Malaria Parasites Take Over Human Red Blood Cells

Malaria is a deadly disease that affects more than 200 million people annually, resulting in almost half a million deaths each year. This disease is caused by Plasmodium parasites, which cause extremely high fevers and shaking chills by infecting and reproducing inside human red blood cells. The parasites are transmitted between humans by mosquitoes. When […]
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What is Acid reflux?

Acid reflux is when stomach acid flows into the throat. It produces a burning sensation or mild pain in the chest or upper abdomen, which is commonly referred to as heartburn. Usually, a muscle called the lower esophageal sphincter keeps a tight seal between the stomach and throat. But if this muscle weakens or doesn’t […]
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HOW THE DIGESTIVE SYSTEM WORKS

Your digestive system consists of all the organs involved in breaking down the food you eat, absorbing nutrients, and eliminating waste products. When you take a bite of food, your digestive system is automatically activated. In the stomach, the food is broken down into smaller pieces and digestive juices are added. The food, which has […]
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Understanding HIV infection and stages.

HIV is one of the deadliest infections in the world, and it is caused by the human immunodeficiency virus that mainly targets the immune system. The immune system is the body’s special defense mechanism, which deals with germs, infections, and generally anything that does not belong in the body’s general system. The HIV virus mainly […]
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#WorldPancreaticCancerDay

Understanding Pancreatic Cancer The pancreas is a large gland located in the abdomen surrounded by the stomach, liver and spleen. The pancreas has two main functions, an exocrine function, which helps the body digest food and absorb nutrients, and an endocrine function, which helps control blood sugar levels. Pancreatic cancer occurs when malignant tumors develop […]
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Why do we Cry?

Beyond destroying mascara, puffing up eyes, and the universal gloomy look, what purpose do our tears serve? First off, you should know that not all tears are the same. There’s the sudden eye irritation tears, they are not the same as the tears of the broken heart. In fact, we humans are lucky enough to […]
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WorldLungCancerWeek: The Staging Process of Lung Cancer

When you inhale, the lungs transfer oxygen from the air to your blood. They also take carbon dioxide from your blood and get rid of it when you exhale. Lung Cancer is a disease caused by the unchecked growth and spread of some cells from the lungs. There are two major types of lung cancer: […]
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What are cavities and what causes it?

You have whole communities of microbes living in your mouth right now and if you don’t treat them right, they’ll make holes in your teeth. No matter how much you brush your mouth is filled with microbes. Thousands of bacteria live on every single one of your teeth. And that’s if you have excellent oral […]
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HOW THE IMMUNE SYSTEM WORKS

You are always under attack. Harmful and deadly microorganisms such as viruses, fungi and bacteria are always trying to invade your body. To repel these attacks, the body system developed a special defensive mechanism called the Immune System to protect your health from all unwanted guests at all times. The immune system is not one […]
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Why do we shiver?

Ever been stuck under heavy rainfall? You finally find shelter along the way, but suddenly; your teeth begin to chatter and your body begins to shake uncontrollably or in other words, you start to shiver. Shivering is a method through which the body tries to keep you warm when it’s cold out there. It is […]
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