Diseases & Conditions

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The Importance of Vaccines in Disease Prevention

Vaccines are drugs based on biological products, usually microorganisms that serve to prevent infectious diseases. They are currently on the agenda due to the emergence of COVID-19. The mechanism of action of the vaccines consists of activating our organism so that it develops specific defenses against each disease. That is, when receiving a vaccine, our immune system produces antibodies against …

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6 Misleading Theories About STIs That You Should Know About

Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) – often used synonymously with Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) – are, as the name suggests, illnesses that are passed down from one individual to another during sexual intercourse Some of the most common STIs, that you’ve probably heard the name of, include chlamydia, gonorrhea, warts, herpes, pubic lice, syphilis, and scabies.  …

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Adjusting to Life After a Stroke

In America, stroke is the third leading cause of death. The brain and heart rely on each other to sustain basic functionality of the human body. The brain controls a large portion of the body’s range of capabilities and nerve signaling. Your brain has multiple purposes, but a single stroke can put those critical functions …

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