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  Diabetes is a growing concern of the current era. Regardless of age and gender, any person can be diagnosed with diabetes anytime in their lifespan. The primary forms of it are Type 1 & Type 2 diabetes. According to a resource, type 1 affects 8% of everyone with diabetes. At the same time, type 2 diabetes affects about 90%. Although both type 1& type 2 are somehow similar, there are still lots of differences between them, like their risk factors, prevention tips, and symptoms. This article mainly highlights what you should know about type 1& type 2 diabetes. On this page, you will find: ● What is insulin? ● What is Type 1& Type 2 diabetes? ● What are the risk factors? ● How to manage them? ● What is the cure & prevention tips? Before starting with type 1 & type 2 diabetes, let us know about insulin. What is insulin? Insulin is a hormone that enables sugar to enter the bloodstream to be used by cells for energy or stored for later use. What is Type 1 & ...

Communicable diseases have been a leading cause of mortality across the globe. It becomes the major cause of concern in some underdeveloped countries due to improper access to healthcare facilities. These communicable diseases can sometimes lead to severe complications resulting in numerous deaths. A newly emerged infectious disease COVID-19 has become the top cause for many deaths in the past year. Some other examples of communicable diseases are hepatitis A, B, and C, HIV, salmonella, measles, and blood-borne illnesses. These infectious diseases can generally spread through food, sexual intercourse, insect bites, contact with contaminated fomites, droplets, fecal-oral route, or skin contact. Even today, infectious diseases have the potential to disturb or destroy human life. Hence, it becomes essential to understand more about these infectious diseases, how they spread, and measures needed for prevention. Let us discuss all the vital factors you need to be aware of regarding co...

  World Immunization Day Epillo Health Systems ( https://www.slideshare.net/EpilloHealth/presentation-on-world-immunization-by-epillo-health-systems ) VACCINES have brought us closer, and will bring us closer again! 2 “Vaccines are one of our most important tools for preventing outbreaks and keeping the world safe. While most children today are being vaccinated, far too many left behind. Unacceptably, it’s often those who are most at risk- the poorest, the most marginalized, those touched by conflict or forced from their homes — who are persistently missed. — Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General World Health Organisation TABLE OF CONTENT Introduction Vaccines Analysis 1 2 3 3 Conclusion 4 INTRODUCTION 4 Every year, 10th November is celebrated as World Immunization Day. It is observed with the aim of highlighting vaccination as a low-tech, cost effective, high impact solution to preventing illness and disease in individuals of all ages. This day is celebrated to make peo...

  When it comes to  drug interactions  , education and communication are most essential. While taking mu l tiple drugs,  drug interactions  can be intimidating. You need not be afraid of taking your medication because of the possible drug interactions. You can learn about these interactions to prevent them from causing any harmful effects. Most drug interactions are generally not serious, but few can result in fatal consequences.  Health professionals  and  pharmacists  are well trained to predict these interactions. You can also use  online tools  to check these issues. It’s hard to keep track of how and when to take your prescribed medications. This article helps to understand the risk associated with taking multiple drugs together. We will also discuss a few tips that help keep track of your medicines and how to take them safely. Drug-Drug Interactions Sometimes you are advised to take multiple medications because of complex heal...

  All of us want to live longer and a healthy life. But you know what, a healthy lifestyle is the outcome of the diet we intake. By consuming food, we not only feed our body but our mind and soul too. A nutritious diet is essential for our body. The complete well-being and   health   emphasized the required nutrition, physical fitness, and moderate body weight. A balanced diet not only means havin g   food free from trans-fat, salt, and sugar. Instead, it requires a balance of the required proteins, vitamins, carbs, and essential minerals. A person’s calorie requirement depends on his age, gender, and physical activity. Right kind of meal regulates metabolism and energy levels in an individual’s body. In today’s article, let’s dig more into how diet and nutrition management is essential for your life. 1. Helpful in Weight Management Weight is one of the biggest concern with all age groups. You will find people feeling conscious of being either underweight or overweig...

  Around 40% of the U.S population receive prescriptions for four or more medicines, due to which there is a drastic increase in potential drug interaction and its adverse effects. Adderall is prescribed medicine to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy. Adderall is a combination of two central nervous system (CNS) stimulants, amphetamine and dextroamphetamine.   This drug belongs to the class of medicines called stimulants.  Statins help to lower the levels of cholesterol in the blood by reducing the production of cholesterol. It blocks the enzyme in the liver that is responsible for making cholesterol.  When these drugs are taken together; potential drug interactions may lead to several severities such as myopathy, rhabdomyolysis, and myoglobinuria. Hence, take these medicines only on your doctor’s advice.  This article helps you to understand what Adderall and statin drugs are, how they work, and the potential drug ...