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In Loving Memory of a Dear Cousin: A Heartfelt Journey from Life to Death

Today, I am writing to express my feelings about life and death—a journey. I lost one of my dear cousin sisters today. She had been ill for many months and bravely fought, but in the end, this relentless illness prevailed. I am truly shattered, and my heart aches for her and her family. I can't help but wonder what her two children will do without her. She also left behind her husband, who is a gem of a person and stood by her side throughout this journey. Receiving the news of her passing has left me in disbelief. Although I hadn't seen her in a long time, she was very dear to me, and I regret not having the chance to express that to her. My wife was deeply concerned as her condition deteriorated day by day and prayed for her recovery. My elder son had many fond memories of playing with her when she lived with us before her marriage. I am at a loss for words and struggle to express what I want to convey. You left too soon, dear. Your departure has left us ...

Understanding Arthritis: Myths, Facts, and Dietary Tips

 owadays, we have seen that many people, young or old, are suffering from various types of arthritis . Arthritis comprises more than 100 disorders characterized by joint inflammation, stiffness, swelling, and pain. The most common types are osteoarthritis , a painful condition in which joint cartilage gradually breaks down, and rheumatoid arthritis , a systemic disease that can cause severe pain and disability. People with osteoarthritis may have defective cartilage that makes their joints vulnerable to wear and tear, while Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) develops when an overactive immune system attacks connective tissue in the joints and other organs, causing inflammation and pain. Myth and Reality Myth: Nightshade vegetables aggravate arthritis. The nightshades includes eggplant, bell peppers, tomatoes and potatoes. Reality: No scientific studies support this belief. Patients with Arthritis should be encouraged to eat plenty of these nutritious vegetables. ...

Understanding Herd Immunity and the Global Fight Against COVID-19

 All around the globe, COVID-19 has made life miserable in developed countries, so you can imagine how the situation would be in developing and underdeveloped countries. People, in general, have taken the situation very lightly by not following all the necessary instructions. Governments worldwide are now coming to the conclusion that we will have to learn to live with the coronavirus . Still, the daily count of COVID-19 cases increases day by day, and the question remains: how can we fight against coronavirus while staying at home? How can we boost our immunity while working from home or staying indoors? The answer lies in working towards Herd Immunity . When most people are immune to an infectious disease, it provides indirect protection to those who are not immune, and this is called Herd Immunity or Herd Protection . An example of this is when 80% of the population is immune to a virus, four out of five people who encounter someone with the disease will not transmit t...

A Moment of Reflection in Times of Crisis

We are seeing a lot of forwarded videos and people literally running for ' Panic Shopping ,' stocking up things in their houses! But hey, WAIT! In this time of crisis, maybe we need to pause for a moment and think! This might be a ' SILENT SLAP ' from a higher power, considering the current incidents happening around the world. Maybe it's an opportunity for all of us to pause and introspect within ourselves! Perhaps we need to think before taking any action, asking ourselves if we are doing the right thing. Maybe we should consider whether, if we have a cough or fever, we are staying at home or being careless and going out, unconsciously spreading illness. Maybe we need to pause and think, are we forwarding the right information on WhatsApp or social media , ensuring it won't create unnecessary panic in people? Running for 'Panic Shopping' and hoarding supplies for months, emptying shelves without considering the person who is c...