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Health Column
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Health implications of self-medication
A large number of people do not consult the physician when they fall sick. They either consult a chemist or obtain medicine from his shelf, or a neighbour who may have some left over tablets from his previous illness, and readily spares them. Self-medication for even minor ailments could lead to medical complications. People often pop pills for common ailments like fevers, colds, coughs, headaches and to alleviate symptoms of mental distress, stress and anxiety, without bothering to consult a doctor. The surprising part about this is that, some medical doctors or practitioners self-medicate when they happen to fall sick. ...more
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Cervical Cancer: What You Should Know
Cervical cancer is the term used to describe tumors that can grow at the lower end of the womb called the cervix; the lower part of the uterus, the place where a baby grows during pregnancy. As far back as the 1960s, it was discovered that cervical cancer is nearly always caused by a long-term infection with particular viruses. Treatment usually consists of surgery (including local excision) in early stages, and chemotherapy and/or radiotherapy in more advanced stages of the disease. ...more
Do men face workplace discrimination?
