What you need to know about the Coronavirus
The illustration of the virus you see reveals ultrastructural morphology exhibited by Coronaviruses. It is created at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).Note the spikes that adorn the outer surface of the virus, which impart the look of a Corona surrounding the virion, when viewed electron microscopically. A novel coronavirus , named Severe […]
What you need to know about Pneumonia
Pneumonia is an infection in one or both lungs. It can be caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi. Bacterial pneumonia is the most common type in adults. Pneumonia causes inflammation in the air sacs in your lungs, which are called alveoli. The alveoli fill with fluid or pus, making it difficult to breathe. Causes:Many germs […]
The difference between Covi-19 and Influenza
What we have learned over the last few weeks of lockdown, every body is trying to beat the system. People are finding reasons to be out, Let us stop that, if we continue finding reasons to be out there. We will prolong the period.Let us persevere a little for these extra days. Please follow the […]
How well do you know Sickle Cell disease
The term sickle cell disease (SCD)describes a group of inherited red blood cell disorders. People with SCD have abnormal haemoglobin, called haemoglobin S or sickle haemoglobin, in their red blood cells. Haemoglobin is a protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen throughout the body. “Inherited ” means that the disease is passed by genes […]
What you need to know about the Corona Virus
Corona viruses are a family of viruses that range from the common cold to MERS coronavirus which is Middle East Respiratory Syndrome coronavirus and SARS, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome coronavirus. Like its siblings SARS and MERS, the new coronavirus causes pneumonia-the infection of one or both lungs. But that may be only one potential syndrome, […]
Staying safe during the festive season
KmiL is here to fix those holiday ailments and we are also here to prevent you from falling victim.1.Wash hands often to help prevent the spread of germs. It’s flu(common cold)season. Wash hands with soap and clean running water for at least 20 seconds.2.Bundle up to stay dry and warm. Wear appropriate out door clothing: […]