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Osteoporosis is a state that leads to fragile bones. The osteoporosis increase the risk of fractured bones. Proteins, calcium and collagen gives strength to bones that prevent bones from breaking down or facture. Bones affected by osteoporosis can break with a relatively minor injury that normally would not cause...

After the end of the Kurukshetra war, the Pandavas performed the Ashvamedha yagya. After the end of yagya, Yudhisthir, now the Emperor along with his brothers and Lord Krishna went to Bheeshm to get their blessings. Bheeshm, who was lying on the bed of arrows since the war, gave...

The public health departments from across the world are all neck deep in their concern for the vaccinations required for Rio Olympics. All participating countries at the Rio games have been issuing notifications for traveling residents to get vaccinated before setting foot on Brazilian soil. It is essential that...

Pregnant women are most widely affected with the Zika virus. In Colombia it infected around 3100 pregnant women. The virus has been related to the shocking birth defect microcephaly, which prevents fetus’ brains from developing properly. There is no vaccine or treatment. There are lots of questions and confusions...

Holi, is one festival, where people love to get filthy, and one of those festivals that people celebrate despite their religious and cultural inclinations. Called, festival of colors, Holi sees a very vibrant and colorful surroundings. Why is  Holi Celebrated? The word Holi has its origins from “Holika”, the demonic sister...

Pink eye could be caused due to a virus, it could be a bacterial infection, or it actually may be an allergy. An occasional day with your eyes shaded in the tinge of the rising sun, may prove to be handy in not making eye contact with people. Yet the...

Gangaur is celebrate in honor of Goddess Gauri. A manifestation of Parvati, representing purity and austerity. “Gana” is another word for Lord Shiva, and Gangaur signifies Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati together. It’s believed that Parvati returned to her parental home to bless her friends with marital bliss. On her...

Skin rashes, often accompanied by superficial bumps, are characterized by redness and an itchy inflammation. The colour and the texture of the skin may change according to the severity of the situation. Excessive sweating, coming in contact with some infectious fungus, virus or chemical, allergies due to cosmetic, soap or...

The start of the time when the sun enters into Sidereal Aries, also called Ashwini nakshatra—is celebrated as Vishu. According to traditions, what one sees when one first opens one’s eyes on Vishu morning is an indication of the year to come. Thus on Vishu, an effort is made...

Pushkaram is an Indian festival dedicated to worshiping of rivers. It is celebrated at shrines along the banks of 12 major sacred rivers in India, in the form of ancestor worship, spiritual discourses, devotional music and cultural programs. The celebration happens annually, once in 12 years along each river....