Category: General Awareness

Significance of World Liver Day 2025 World Liver Day is an annual global event observed on April 19th. The celebration intends to create awareness and highlights the significance of the second largest organ in the human body- the liver. Every year this dedicated day reminds us to learn more about the liver and take care…

National Vaccination Day is a significant observance that highlights the crucial role of vaccines in preventing diseases and safeguarding public health. It serves as a reminder of the progress made in immunisation programs and the need to continue efforts to eradicate deadly infections.  Vaccines are among the most incredible medical advancements, saving millions of lives…

The changing seasons bring more than just shifts in temperature; they also affect our health in significant ways. From flu outbreaks in winter to allergies in spring, different seasons create conditions that allow certain diseases to thrive. Understanding how seasonal changes impact our bodies can help us take preventive measures to stay healthy year-round. In…

The pharmaceutical industry finds, develops, makes, and sells pharmaceutical drugs that can cure patients, protect them from diseases, or make them feel better. In the last 20 years, the pharmaceutical industry has dramatically improved public health in India and worldwide. Even though lockdowns and restrictions were put in place all over the country when the…

Modern medicine has revolutionised healthcare in the 21st century.Modern medicine is a healthcare branch that uses scientific knowledge, technology, and evidence-based practices to diagnose, treat, and prevent illnesses. Since its inception in the 19th century, modern medicine has undergone tremendous changes in diagnostic techniques, medical technology, pharmaceuticals, and treatment protocols. Over the years, modern medicine…

Online pharmacy – new age venture The Internet has become an indispensable part of each one of us. We use a variety of e-commerce platforms to buy clothes or groceries, enrol in educational programmes, or book airline tickets. Whether we register for an educational program or if we want to book flight tickets, we use…

The Internet has made our lives very convenient. According to Anand et al. (2010), the Internet reached approximately 150 million people in just five years; on the contrary, television and radio took 13 years and 38 years to become famous. Accessibility, convenience and speed are a few advantages of the internet that empowered people by…

Definition of a Pharmacist The modern chemist is a producer, a provider, a custodian, a patient counsellor, a researcher, an educator of drugs, and above all, a loyal and honourable citizen. The technologically advanced background of the drug expert enables them to guarantee the provision of services in an ethical manner geared toward the fulfilment…

As per a study, virtual bridge to Universal Healthcare in India. Thirty specialist physicians across eight cities ‌treated over 500 patients through virtual care/treatment. The physicians did this for the first time through social media—Facebook. The idea, though, was to cater to the needs of the hour. But on a deeper note, it created an…

Drugs or painkillers are like double-edged weapons that protect and destroy depending on their use or misuse. The two most important things in using a prescribed drug or a painkiller are its correct dosage and timing to get the best-desired result. Most common painkillers such as aspirin, ibuprofen, and naproxen are available without prescription to…