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This refers to issues relating to the heart. Cholesterol lowering drugs such as fibrates…

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Conjunctiva (pl. conjunctivae) refers to the thin membrane covering the white part of the…

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Thalassaemia

Thalassaemia is a genetic blood disorder in which an individual produces insufficient quantities of…

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Cardiovascular disease is a term used to describe diseases affecting the heart and/or blood…

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Homocysteine is a particular amino acid (building block for proteins) present in the…

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Cardiovascular risk factors are features that may increase your risk of developing cardiovascular disease…

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Low calorie diets are a treatment option for obesity aimed at producing weight…

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Risperdal Consta is a drug that belongs to a class known as ‘atypical…

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