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Mental Illness

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Meaning of Mental Illness According to the Persons with Disabilities (P W D) Act, 1995, “Mental Illness” refers to any mental disorder excluding mental retardation. In modern terminology, mental retardation is more appropriately referred to as intellectual disability, and it is treated as a distinct category of disability under the Act. Understanding Mental Illness Mental …

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Guillain- Barré (Gb) Syndrome

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Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) or Lower motor neuron(LMN) palsy is a rare neurological disorder where the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks it’s own the peripheral nervous system. According to World Health Organization (WHO) GB syndrome is  an acute, immune-mediated disorder characterized by the rapid onset of muscle weakness and often accompanied by sensory changes. It is …

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Foods to Avoid When You Have a Cold

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Winter’s here, bringing the usual cough & cold woes. When we’re unwell, we focus on what to eat, but often ignore what to avoid for a speedy recovery.

Health Benefits of Spiny Gourd

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Spiny gourd, also known as spine gourd or bitter gourd, is a vegetable with numerous health benefits. Some of its potential health benefits include: Prevents hypertension and improves cardiovascular health:  The high antioxidant activity of spiny gourd aids blood flow and protects against atherosclerosis, thus benefiting cardiovascular health. It can help maintain healthy arterial walls …

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