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Omicron Delta variant of COVID-19 first recorded in October 2020 from India, and it is the most dominant SARS-CoV-2 variant some common symptoms of OMICRON variant Runny Nose Headache Fatigue Sneezing Sore Throat Persistent cough Chills or shivers Fever

monkeypox virus   Monkeypox is an illness caused by the monkeypox virus.  a  zoonotic virus  in the genus  Orthopoxvirus .  Monkeypox is a rare infection. It's mainly spread by wild animals in parts of west or central Africa. The rash often begins on the face, then spreads to other parts of the body.   Transmission can occur through exposure to infected body fluids,  contaminated objects , by  small droplets  and possibly the  airborne route   . he disease can resemble  chickenpox ,  measles  and  smallpox  but is distinguished by the presence of  swollen glands What are the signs and symptoms of monkeypox? Fever . Headache . Muscle aches and backache. Swollen lymph nodes ("swollen glands"). Chills. Exhaustion. How do you prevent monkeypox virus? Avoid contact with infected animals (especially sick or dead animals). Avoid contact with bedding and other materials contaminated with the virus. Thoroug...

  Emergency contraception Emergency contraceptives pills (ECPs) are described as drugs that work by either inhibiting or delaying ovulation without affecting implantation.  Hormonal contraceptives are available as pills (oral contraceptives), injections, implants, intrauterine devices, patches, and vaginal rings In what situations can emergency contraception be used? When no contraceptive has been used. Sexual assault when the woman was not protected by an effective contraceptive method. When there is concern of possible contraceptive failure, from improper or incorrect use, such as: EC pills are not meant to be used as a regular form of contraception and should not replace the use of regular contraceptive methods. Additionally, EC does not prevent against HIV or other sexually transmitted infections. condom breakage, slippage, or incorrect use; 3 or more consecutively missed combined oral contraceptive pills or 3 days late during the first week of the cycle; more than 3 hours...

  Ectopic pregnancy . An ectopic pregnancy is a pregnancy that happens outside of the uterus,  occurs when a fertilized egg implants and grows outside the main cavity of the uterus.  Unfortunately, an ectopic pregnancy is fatal for the fetus. It cannot survive outside of the uterus. One of these steps is when a fertilized egg travels to the uterus to attach itself. In the case of an ectopic pregnancy, the fertilized egg doesn’t attach to the uterus. Instead, it may attach to the fallopian tube, abdominal cavity, or cervix. As the pregnancy grows, it can cause the tube to burst (rupture). A rupture can cause major internal bleeding. This can be a life-threatening emergency that needs immediate surgery. Normal pregnancies develop inside your  uterus , after a fertilized egg travels through your  fallopian tube  and attaches to your uterine lining. Ectopic pregnancy is when a fertilized egg attaches somewhere else in your body, usually in your  fallopian ...

  Mood swings during pregnancy. Mood swings are normal during pregnancy .   Pregnancy mood swings can happen during all the trimesters & after delivery too. Hormone changes are one reason for these mood swings. Pregnancy hormones are the primary reason for emotional changes in a woman The constant shift between estrogen and progesterone can make you irritable towards small inconveniences. Chemically, the good emotions that you feel during pregnancy are linked with the rise in estrogen hormones. Estrogen is responsible for regulating your mood and is associated with serotonin When you  get  pregnant , the amount of estrogen and progesterone in your blood  increases . Mood changes during pregnancy can be caused by physical stresses, fatigue, changes in your metabolism or by the hormones estrogen & progesterone.  During pregnancy, the body ramps up  production of estrogen and progesterone , which can trigger moodiness as well as other not-so-fun ...