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 A hernia is basically a rupture in the muscle tissue through which a bodily structure protrudes into an area where it is not normally contained. Being a mechanical defect, this is a purely surgical condition and does not respond to medicines. Medicines can only be given to offer symptomatic relief in some cases, just [...]
  Family planning is a way of thinking and living adopted voluntarily on the basis of knowledge, attitudes and responsible decisions by individuals and couples so as to promote the health and welfare of the family, and thus, contribute effectively to the social development of a country. Family planning refers to practices that help individuals [...]
 Abortion is a word that stirs various emotions in the hearts of people. While some associate the term with pregnancy in an unmarried woman, others think of it as a solution to an issue such as failure of contraception or an unwanted child. In spite of a ban on the determination of the sex of [...]
  Pregnancy is the sensational journey of a woman towards motherhood. The word ‘Mother’ is associated with tenderness, care, affection, and love. Mother’s love is boundless and her care is infinite. The Jewish proverb rightly states, ‘God could not be everywhere, so he created mothers.’ Care during pregnancy is very essential to ensure that we [...]
We all are aware of the fact that smoking is injurious to health. This statement is printed on the cigarette packs but still the packs are sold. The increase in the sales of these cigarette packs is because smoking is an addiction. Some common reasons for getting involved in smoking are peer pressure or following [...]
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