INTRODUCTION Holi is known as the Festival of Colors. According to the Hindu Calender, it is celebrated on the full moon day of Phalguna month. Holi is celebrated in India with traditional rituals. The festival is held for two days. They are Holika Dahan and Dhulandi. The second day, Dhulandi, is the day of colors. …
The body has several fluids that are important for its defence: blood, lymph, and mucus. Blood is the body’s main defence fluid, and contains antibodies, proteins, and other components that fight off infections and other diseases. Lymph is a clear fluid that helps transport white blood cells throughout the body, helping to fight off infections …
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The skin is the body’s largest and most important defence against pathogens, injury, and other harmful agents. It is a tightly regulated barrier that helps protect the body from invasion and damage, while preventing excessive water loss. The skin has several layers and functions, including a protective outer layer (epidermis), a middle layer (dermis), and …
A plant disease is any abnormal condition that affects a plant’s health and well-being. Plant diseases can be caused by a variety of factors, including insects, fungi, bacteria, viruses, environmental factors, and even human activities. Plant diseases can cause reduced growth and yield, or even death in extreme cases. To minimize the impact of plant …
Disease and pathogens Anthrax and inflammation of udder – Bacteria Foot and mouth disease – Virus
Smoking is a major health hazard and can cause a variety of serious health problems. Smoking is linked to an increased risk of many diseases and conditions, including cancer (lung, throat, mouth, bladder, kidney, pancreas, and cervical cancers), heart disease, stroke, COPD, and reproductive health problems. It can also worsen existing conditions like asthma, ulcers, …
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Lifestyle diseases are health conditions which result from unhealthy habits and lifestyles. Examples include heart disease, stroke, obesity, type 2 diabetes, and some forms of cancer. These diseases are largely preventable, and are caused by a combination of environmental, physiological and behavioural factors.
cancer is a group of diseases that cause cells in the body to grow and spread uncontrollably. These cells can invade and damage nearby tissues and organs. Cancer can also spread (metastasize) to other parts of the body, through the bloodstream or lymphatic system. Cancer cells are abnormal cells that grow and divide in an …
How does the deformity of red blood cells in sickle cell anaemia patients affect their body The abnormal shape of the red blood cells in sickle cell anaemia patients affects the body in a variety of ways. The abnormal shape of the red blood cells makes them more prone to breakage and clumping together, which …
Sickle cell anaemia is an inherited disorder that affects the red blood cells. It is caused by a genetic mutation in the hemoglobin molecule that causes red blood cells to become sickle-shaped and rigid when exposed to low oxygen levels. This shape makes them unable to pass easily through blood vessels, leading to blockages and …