Author: Subin Joshua

Hi there, my name is Subin Joshua, and I am a Medical student. I grew up in a family of teachers and know that being a social worker is my calling. My passion for helping others has been evident in my involvement in helping the poor and needy for the last three years. Through those experiences, I have learned to interact with a diverse group of people, which has increased my ability to relate to others.

What is Measles? Symptoms, Causes, Cure, Precautions

 What is Measles? Measles is a highly contagious disease caused by measles virus. Symptoms usually develop 10–12 days after exposure to an infected person and last 7–10 days. Initial symptoms typically include fever, often greater than 40 °C (104 °F), cough, runny nose, and inflamed eyes. —————————————————————— Detailed look :   Pathogen : Virus (Rubeola)    […]

Chicken Pox (Varicella) | Symptoms, Causes and Cure

 Everything About Chicken Pox! Chicken Pox, also called varicella, is characterized by itchy red blisters that appear all over the body. A virus causes this condition. It often affects children, and was so common it was considered a childhood rite of passage. It’s very rare to have the chickenpox infection more than once. And since […]

All About Human Immunity: Signs, Disease, Booster

  What is Immunity? Immunity is the capability of multicellular organisms to resist harmful microorganisms. Immunity involves both specific and nonspecific components. The nonspecific components act as barriers or eliminators of a wide range of pathogens irrespective of their antigenic make-up What are common diseases of the immune system? 1. Type 1 Diabetes. The immune system attacks the cells in the […]

All You Need To Know About “The Black Fungus”

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 First of all what is this Black Fungus?   Mucormycosis is an invasive infection caused by a class of molds called mucormycetes. These fungi are ubiquitous, naturally occurring in our environment, most commonly in soil. Humans get the infection by inhaling the fungal spores floating around in the air and in dust. How does black […]