World contraception day (WCD) was first conceived in the year 2007 by 10 international family planning organizations in order to spread awareness and education about effective and safe contraception methods. The event has a theme which culminates from an individual perspective of living a responsible life. The motto is: “It’s your life, it’s your future,…
DetailsUnderstanding environmental health The International Federation of Environmental Health, better known by its acronym IFEH, works to impart knowledge regarding environmental health and promote co-operation between countries where environmental health issues are a major concern. The federation chose 26th of September as World Environmental Health Day. How we live the world? Environmental health aims at…
DetailsNewborn screening test (also known as Guthrie test) is one of the successful innovations in the modern era. It is a procedure where in the newborn infants are pricked at the heel to test their blood for rare genetic, endocrine and metabolic conditions that can be harmful or serious. Also tested for hearing loss before…
DetailsFast Facts 2 A genetic disease, resulting from environmental (gluten) and genetic (HLA and non-HLA genes) factors. Estimated 1 % Americans (1 in 133) has celiac disease. 5-22% of celiac patients have an immediate family member involved. Infertility, reduced bone density, neurological disorders, some cancers, and other autoimmune diseases are other disorders associated with celiac…
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