World Hepatitis Day - 28 July 2015

www.healthlibrary.com World Hepatitis Day - 28 July 2015 Discover and share this  health topic Hepatitis causes inflammation of the liver. Hepatitis B and C are spread through  infected blood and body fluids. Hepatitis B is spread most often during sexual contact  and when people share needles to inject drugs. Hepatitis C also is spread through shared needles.  Both types can be spread when an infected person shares items such as razors  or toothbrushes. Sometimes a baby is infected at birth because the mother has hepatitis. Like us on facebook

	I feel tired, sick, have lost weight without trying to and my skin and eyes have a yellowish tinge.  What should I do? View Answer
	Is it true that people who are infected with hepatitis B virus (HBV) or hepatitis C (HCV) virus may develop a chronic infection that can lead to cirrhosis? View Answer
	Should I take anti-viral medicines for chronic Hepatitis B? View Answer
	How should a Hepatitis B patient avoid spreading the virus? View Answer

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World Thalassemia Day - 8 May 2015

www.healthlibrary.com World Thalassemia Day - 8 May 2015 Discover and share this week’s pick of a health topic Thalassemia is a blood disorder passed down through families (inherited) in which the body makes an abnormal form of hemoglobin. Hemoglobin is the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen. The disorder results in large numbers of red blood cells being destroyed, which leads to anemia. Like us on facebook

	What is Thalassemia? View Answer
	Most thalassemia major patients require transfusions every 2-4 weeks. How is Blood Transfusion carried out? View Answer
	How does removing the spleen help treat Thalassemia? View Answer

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World Asthma Day - 5 May 2015

Your weekly roundup of the best presentations, infographics and documents on SlideShare www.healthlibrary.com  World Asthma Day – 5 May 2015 Discover and share this week’s pick of a health topic   If you or your child has asthma, you know how scary it can be when you can't catch your breath. Asthma is a long-term problem, but it doesn't have to limit you. Learning all you can about asthma is the first step to living the life you want, and our asthma topics are here to help.  Like us on facebook

	What is Asthma ? View Answer
I have been diagnosed with Asthma. How do I take charge and lead a full and active life ? View Answer
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I find it difficult to take daily medicines. How do I overcome obstacles to taking medicines? View Answer

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Your weekly roundup of the best presentations, infographics and documents on SlideShare www.healthlibrary.com World Malaria Day – 25 April 2015 Discover and share this week’s pick of a health topic   What’s the most dangerous creature on earth? Without question the answer is: the mosquito. Mosquitoes and the diseases they spread have been responsible for killing more people than all the wars in history.  Like us on facebook

	What is Malaria ? Get Answers about the serious disease -  Cause, Symptoms, What increases your risk, when to call the doctor, prevention and home treatments. View Answer
Why should I be worried about a Plasmodium falciparum mosquito bite ? What are the life-threatening situations because of malaria infection with P. falciparum? View Answer
	How do I get the most accurate information about malaria medicine resistance in specific countries? View Answer
How will my doctor determine if I have malaria? View Answer

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