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Tagged bioterrorism, destructions, infection, population, weapons

Bioterrorism and Weapons of Mass Destruction

Bioterrorism is defined as “the intentional use of microorganisms like infectious substance, virus or any biological product that may be engineered as a result of biotechnology or any naturally occurring or bioengineered component of any such organism, virus, infectious substance or biological product, to cause death, disease, or other biological malfunction in a human, an animal, a plant, or another living organism in order to influence the conduct of government or to intimidate or coerce a civilian population.

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Tagged Aam Aadmi, Delhi, Mohalla Clinics, pharmacy

Are Aam Aadmi Mohalla Clinics in Delhi working efficiently?

Aam Aadmi Mohalla Clinics (AAMCs) was established by Aam Aadmi Party, Delhi Government in the year 2015. These are also called Mohalla clinics. The first clinic was set up in Peeragarhi in July 2015. Government has plans to open 1000 clinics by the year 2020 but so far around 50% has been achieved. The main idea to open these clinics was to make healthcare accessible and free of cost for all. These provide essential services such as consultation, diagnostics, and medicine at no cost at all. The goal behind this initiative is to reduce the OOPE (out-of-pocket-expenditure) as many studies in the literature have shown that only 17% of people are covered with any kind of health insurance in a country in India

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Tagged Adolescent, Education, Health Problem, immunity

An Overview of Adolescent Health Problems

Keywords – Adolescent, health problems Author: Dr. Shruti In a country like India, 21% of the population is adolescents and they are considered as the future of our country. Poor access to education and many […]

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Tagged DNA, Engineering, RDT, Recombinant, Society

Recombinant DNA Technology – Betterment of the Society

Recombinant is something formed by combining existing elements in a new combination. So, Recombinant DNA (RDT) referring to an organism created in the lab by adding DNA from another species. If we consider History then in 1973 this technique is successfully done by Herbert Boyer and Stanley Cohen showing that genetically engineered DNA molecules may be cloned in foreign cells.

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Tagged 21st Century, Empowering, Empowerment, Female, Male

Women Empowerment in the 21st Century

It feels strange that we have something called “women empowerment” but we don’t have an equivalent of this for men. This proves that women are not as empowered as men, and it shows anywhere and everywhere you lay your eyes on. In some workplaces, women are still not given equal pay as men, when both have the same qualifications and are doing the same work. The hilarious fact is we are living in the 21st century and gender inequality is still prevalent. I have seen the female office goers of my family suffer from this.

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Tagged Consciousness, Mechanics, Quantum

Exploring Consciousness as a Quantum Phenomenon

A mental state is assumed to be stable depending on how long it remains in one state. If the mental state is stable, and consistent in reacting to stimuli, it means that a schema is activated in the brain, causing the reaction. According to several accounts, schemas correlate with the activities of neuronal assemblies, which are groups of coupled neurons. These neurons are connected to form an assembly. The connection between the neurons within the assembly is stronger than the connections between the neurons and the environment.

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Tagged Human, International, International law, Security, UNDP

Human Security in International Relations

In the year 1994, UNDP gave the first attested definition of human security in Human Development Reports, which contended that “human security means safety from chronic threats such as hunger, diseases, and repression, and it also meant protection from sudden and hurtful disruptions in the patterns of daily life.”Human security is a holistic approach supported by the coalition of certain states and Supranational Organisations, and the state has to play a central role here by providing both military and human security to all the people and communities.

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Tagged Disposal, Health, Plastic, Public Health, Waste

Impact of Waste Disposal on Public Health

Plastic is also one of the major factors in waste generation. It has various applications such as clothes, food packaging, medical, electronic, bottles, etc. It consists of synthetic polymers, and causes a significant increase in environmental pollution, leading to an environmental burden. Its effects are worrisome. It was estimated that plastic was produced 380 million tonnes in 2018. It has been predicted also by the end of 2050; oceans will be filled with plastics more than fishes. It is killing marine lives.

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Tagged Clinical Tips, COVID-19, Endodontics, Medical, Pandemic

Endodontics in the Pandemics : Clinical Tips and Considerations

Endodontic care was as critical as ever during the COVID-19 epidemic. But because of this constant epidemic, we must adapt our practise with the adoption of particular procedures, as we encounter never before seen clinical problems. We should focus on the fast and successful endodontic treatment and a decrease in viral dental hazards is to be adapted to COVID-related issues.

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Tagged Adolescent, Depression, Student, Suicide

Alarming Suicide Rates in Adolescent

Suicide is often the successor of several health problems, but more commonly, depression. Suicide in adolescents is more common in developing and third-world countries and India is no stranger to this. The National Crime Records Bureau has reported that every hour, one student commits suicide in India.

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