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Diabetes Type 1& Type 2: Things You Should Know

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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 & ...

World Immunization Day by Epillo Health Systems

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  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...

Possible Drug Interaction Between Adderall and Statin Drugs

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  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 ...

Here's an M-App Connected With a Futuristic Virtual Healthcare Platform And Digital Therapeutics In Asia

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  Epillo's operations are available in India, South Asia, and UAE, though you can get it on your device anywhere in the world Europe-based digital health startup   Epillo has launched a unique integrated mobile application for patients, connected with a digital health delivery system for healthcare practitioners, and care providers. This interconnected technology is here to transform the quality of virtual care for patients while increasing the reach for patients, and healthcare providers (doctors, care teams, clinic managers, pharmacies, laboratories, health coaches, dieticians). While COVID-19 has accelerated the shift towards digital health, the tech companies have driven fresh optimism, and could bring a turning point for the burdened healthcare industry, while increasing access to quality care and optimizing patient health outcomes. The  Epillo  mobile app is available on iOS and Android Play stores in Asia and UAE. Epillo’s e-medical records service intui...

Top 5 Astonishing Advantages of Telemedicine in 21st Century

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  Working from home is the new normal. Nowadays, people prefer to utilize technology for performing routine work. These activities are manageable from the comfort home; shopping for groceries, attending college lectures, enjoying leisure time, etc. But there is something that we can’t do by staying at home; visiting doctors for regular check-ups. All thanks to technology for resolving this concern and contriving our life more flexible. Now, medical consultations are conducted with the help of  telemedicine  using digital media. Telemedicine is a tool that eases the medical intervention between a doctor and a patient. Teleme d icine  has advantages for both patients as well as service providers. Let’s discuss them in detail. 1. Convenience in Medical consultation The primary advantage of telemedicine is the convenience it delivers during communication. Earlier, patients need to visit the doctor’s clinic physically after managing their time. The whole physical process ...