Mohan Garikiparithi got his degree in medicine from Osmania University (University of Health Sciences). He practiced clinical medicine for over a decade before he shifted his focus to the field of health communications. During his active practice he served as the head of the Dept. of Microbiology in a diagnostic centre in India. On a three-year communications program in Germany, Mohan developed a keen interest in German Medicine (Homoeopathy), and other alternative systems of medicine. He now advocates treating different medical conditions without the use of traditional drugs. An ardent squash player, Mohan believes in the importance of fitness and wellness.
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Being forgetful is something we have all experienced from time to time, and it can be frustrating when we finally remember what we forgot. Forgetting to pick something up from the store or forgetting your phone at home: these are all minor nuisances, but when we realize we forgot something, we always tell ourselves it ...click here to read more
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There is no better time than now to be a pet owner, according to a University of Alberta study on the effects of pet exposure on allergies and obesity in children. They do advise, however, not to go out and get a furry friend just yet. The study showed that babies from families with pets ...click here to read more
Approximately seven million Americans suffer from excessive sweating, also known as hyperhidrosis. It can be uncomfortable, smelly, and downright embarrassing. There is nothing worse than having sweaty pits when at work or in a social situation and having people around you notice. This often leads those suffering from the condition to avoid socializing, often becoming ...click here to read more
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