Effects of Radiation on Human Health

Radiation happens when an atomic nucleus of an unstable atom loses energy by emitting ionizing particles. When these particles come in contact with organic materials damage, may or probably will happen. Radiation can cause burns, cancers and even death.

Measurement Unit

The SI measurement unit to measure a radiation dose is sievert (symbol: Sv). Another unit used in roentgen equivalent in man (or mammal) or rem (symbol: rem).

18-03-2011 by Drali @mesrahealth

Home Remedies that Work

home remedies that work Home Remedies that Work

Well before prescriptions are in as today, there were home remedies which have been used by our parents or grandparents and so on. While some belong to the tales of old wives and sphere of folklore, scientists are noticing that some of these time-tested cures from the kitchen in fact do work. Sure, it is always safe to verify with your doctor or other health professional to ensure a treatment is right for you. You can try treating:

12-02-2011 by Drali @mesrahealth

Healthcare-Associated Infections

When someone develops an infection at a hospital or other patient care facility that they did not have prior to treatment, this is referred to as a Healthcare-Associated (sometimes hospital-acquired) Infection (HAI).

Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAIs) are a global crisis affecting both patients and healthcare workers.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), at any point in time, 1.4 million people worldwide suffer from infections acquired in hospitals.

25-01-2011 by Drali @mesrahealth

Important Facts on Antibiotic

Antibiotic Does Not Kill Virus

 Important Facts on Antibiotic

We know that antibiotic is often given to kill bacteria that cause disease. But you need to know that antibiotic is ineffective to kill virus.

Uncontrolled use of antibiotic now has caused many bacteria to become resistant to various antibiotics. The result? Most antibiotic produced could not kill disease-causing bacteria or it become less effective in fighting diseases.

30-01-2010 by Drali @mesrahealth

The Human Nervous System

 The Human Nervous System

The nervous system is the system of nerve cells and tissues that controls the actions and responses of the body. It consists mainly of the brain, spinal cord and a network of nerves that stretches throughout the body. The nervous system can be divided into two parts – the central nervous system and the peripheral nervous system.

The central nervous system is the part of the nervous system that includes the brain and spinal cord. Its job is to regulate bodily activity.

14-01-2010 by Drali @mesrahealth
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