Above Clouds
Afghan Girls with sheeps
African Kids
Air baloon Fiesta Malasia 2009
An Egyptian man burns his passport during a demonstration in front of Egyptian Embassy in Beirut.
Monday, 30 March 2009
Photos
The Real King... King Cobra...
HAVE YOU EVER SEEN THIS BIG..........
THIS IS THE BIGGEST KING COBRA EVER FOUND IN THE WORLD..
AND CAUGHT IN ARALAM FARM (AROUND 55 KM EAST OF KANNUR TOWN , NEAR IRITTY) IN KANNUR DISTRICT, KERALA , INDIA ON 07/MARCH/2009.
THIS PERSON WHO CAUGHT HIM LIVE IS Mr. SREENATH AND HE IS SELECTED TO THE WILDLIFE ADVENTURES CREW IN N.G.C (NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC CHANNEL) THEY CALL HIM AS " THE EMPEROR " THIS WILL BE TELECAST ON "28/MARCH/2009 8:30 PM IST ON NGC................
IT"S WEIGHING AROUND 35 KGS AND IT IS 3.8MTRS LONG........
Neem
Neem is native to India and Burma. It is the state tree of Andhra Pradesh. Neem is a fast growing tree that can reach a height of 15-20 m, rarely to 35-40 m. It is evergreen but under severe drought it may shed most or nearly all of its leaves. The branches are wide spread. The fairly dense crown is roundish or oval and may reach the diameter of 15-20 m in old, free-standing specimens. The trunk is relatively short, straight and may reach a diameter of 1.2 m. The bark is hard, fissured or scaly, and whitish-grey to reddish-brown. The sapwood is greyish-white and the heartwood reddish when first exposed to the air becoming reddish-brown after exposure. The root system consists of a strong taproot and well developed lateral roots. The alternate, pinnate leaves are 20-40 cm long, with 20-31 medium to dark green leaflets about 3-8 cm long. The shape of mature leaflets is more or less asymmetric and their margins are serrated. The flowers (white and fragrant) are arranged axillary, normally more-or-less drooping panicles which are up to 25 cm long. The inflorescences, which branch up to the third degree, bear 150-250 flowers. An individual flower is 5-6 mm long and 8-11 mm wide.The fruit is a glabrous olive-like drupe which varies in shape from elongate oval to nearly roundish, and when ripe are 1.4-2.8 x 1.0-1.5 cm. But Neem is far more than a tough tree that grows vigorously in difficult sites. Among its many benefits, the one that is most unusual and immediately practical is the control of farm and household pests. Some entomologists now conclude that neem has such remarkable powers for controlling insects that it will usher in a new era in safe,natural pesticides
Although neem is one of the most ancient and most widely used herbs on earth, intense scientific investigations of the properties of neem are only now being undertaken. These studies are quickly verifying the efficacy of its traditional uses and are finding even more uses for neem. This illustrates again that traditional wisdom can guide the efforts of modern science in discovering remedies for human ailments.
From almost the very beginning of recorded human history, people have taken advantage of the remarkable neem tree. Even before ancient herbalists discovered the analgesic qualities of the willow tree-from which aspirin is derived -people used branches, fruit and leaves from the neem tree to cure many illnesses. Its medicinal qualities are outlined in the earliest Sanskrit writings and its uses in Hindu medicine date back to very remote times. Even today, rural Indians refer to the neem tree as their "village pharmacy" because it cures diseases and disorders ranging from bad teeth and bedbugs to ulcers and malaria.
Modern scientists are finding even more uses for this remarkable tree. The seeds, bark and leaves contain compounds with proven antiseptic, antiviral, antipyretic, anti-inflammatory, anti -ulcer and antifungal use. Although major studies to conclusively prove neem's effectiveness are limited by financing and the general lack of knowledge in the west about it, preliminary studies suggest exciting uses for neem:
Psoriasis- Neem seed oil and leaf extracts have been successfully treating the symptoms of psoriasis. It relieves the itching and pain while reducing the scales and redness of the patchy lesions.
Diabetes- Oral doses of neem leaf extracts reduced insulin requirements by between 30% and 50% for nonketotic, insulin fast and insulin-sensitive diabetes.
AIDS- The National Institutes of Health reports encouraging results from in vitro tests for neem as an antiviral agent against the AIDS virus.
Cancer- Polysaccharides and limonoids found in neem found in neem bark, leaves and seed oil reduced tumors and cancers without side effects in a number of different studies.
Heart disease- Neem extracts have delayed the coagulation of blood, calmed erratic heartbeats and helped reduce elevated heart rates and high blood pressure.
Herpes- Recent tests in Germany show that neem extracts are toxic to the herpes virus and can aid in a rapid healing of cold sores.
Periodontal disease- German and American researchers have proven that neem extracts prevent tooth decay and periodontal disease.
Dermatology- Neem is highly effective in treading skin disorders like acne, eczema, itching, dandruff and warts.
Allergies- Neem has antihistamine propertied that help inhibit allergic reactions when applied externally or consumed as a decoction.
Ulcers- Neem extracts give significant protection from discomfort and speed the healing of gastric and duodenal lesions.
Many of the more difficult to treat disorders against which neem has proven to be effective include heart disease, disease, diabetes, psoriasis, malaria, ulcers, Candida and gum disease. These diseases do not always respond to the most advanced treatments available through modern medicine. Neem offers its users the ability to take action against these and other seemingly intractable diseases with a safe and time-proven herb.
Back of the Book
NEEM, The Ultimate Herb is the most comprehensive book about neem available. This book presents current information about neem, one of the most ancient and widely used herbs on earth. A major herbal ingredient in Ayurvedic preparations, neem has been revered in India for over 4,000 years, yet is almost unknown to the West.
Neem has historically been used to help the body fight both temporary and chronic conditions. It is this long history of successful use against many diseases and ailments that provided the impetus for the hundreds of scientific studies into the properties and uses of neem that this book details.
Called possibly the most promising of all plants, neem yields a wide array of products. They range from non-toxic pest control to inexpensive medicines for many of the world's worst diseases and birth control for both men and women. This book concentrates on the medicinal properties while providing enough information about all of neem's marvelous attributes to answer most questions.
This book also provides easy-to -understand instructions for using neem along with credible scientific evidence as to its effectiveness. After finishing this book, you will understand and appreciate the amazing qualities in neem. You will also be able to more intelligently select quality neem products for your own use.
Saturday, 28 March 2009
Benefits of Grape fruits
Grapefruit
Name: Grapefruit
Scientific Name: Citrus paradisi
Family: Rutaceae
Grapefruit is believed to be native to Jamaica. It is sometimes confused with the pomelo (Citrus maxima), which is a close relation but is larger and pear-shaped.
The grapefruit tree can grow to a height of 26 to 30 feet. Grapefruits are round, with a diameter of between 4 and 6 inches. Their thin skin may be either completely yellow or yellow with a pinkish hue. The pulp of the fruit may be yellow, pinkish, or reddish. It can be more or less sharp-tasting, acidic, sweet, and fragrant.
The United States is the largest producer of grapefruit, accounting for over 40% of global production. Approximately 60% of the grapefruit crop is used for the manufacture of juice and canned grapefruit, while the rest is sold fresh.
BuyingChoose grapefruits that are heavy for their size, quite firm, with tight and shiny skin. Avoid overly soft fruits with dull- colored skin. Benefits
High in vitamin C and potassium.
A good source of folate, iron, calcium, and other minerals.
Pink and red varieties are high in beta carotene, a precursor of vitamin A.
High in fiber, low in calories.
Contain bioflavonoids and other plant chemicals that protect against cancer and heart disease.
Nutrition
Nutritional information per 100 g
Water
Protein
Fat
Carbohydrates
Fiber
Calories
91%
0.6 g
0.1 g
8g
0.6 g
30 to 33
The nutritional value of the grapefruit varies with the color (white, pink, or red). Red and pink grapefruits have a higher amount of vitamin A.
Half a grapefruit provides more than 50 percent of the adult Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) of vitamin C; it also has 325mg of potassium, 25mcg (micrograms) of folate, 40mg of calcium, and l mg of iron. The pink and red varieties are high in beta carotene, an antioxidant that the body converts to vitamin A.
A cup of unsweetened grapefruit juice has 95mg of vitamin C, more than 150 percent of the RDA, and most of the other nutrients found in the fresh fruit.
Medicinal Value
Grapefruit stimulates the appetite and is used for its digestive, stomachic, antiseptic, tonic, and diuretic qualities.
Grapefruit and Weight Loss Diets
Over the years a number of people have promoted the grapefruit as possessing a unique ability to burn away fat. People following grapefruit diets lose weight because they eat little else-a practice that can lead to nutritional deficiencies.
Grapefruits, however, are a good food to include in a sensible weight-loss diet; a serving contains less than 100 calories, and its high-fiber content satisfies hunger. If you're trying to lose weight, make grapefruit your first course to help prevent overeating. It's also an ideal snack food.
Grapefruit and Cholesterol Control
Grapefruits are especially high in pectin, a soluble fiber that helps lower blood cholesterol.
Grapefruit for Cancer Control
Recent studies indicate that grapefruits contain substances that are useful in preventing several diseases. Pink and red grapefruits are high in lycopene, an antioxidant that appears to lower the risk of prostate cancer. Researchers have not yet identified lycopene's mechanism of action, but a 6-year Harvard study involving 48,000 doctors and other health professionals has linked 10 servings of lycopene-rich foods a week with a 50 percent reduction in prostate cancer.
Other protective plant chemicals found in grapefruits include phenolic acid, which inhibits the formation of cancer-causing nitrosamines; limonoids, terpenes, and monoterpenes, which induce the production of enzymes that help prevent cancer; and bioflavonoids, which inhibit the action of hormones that promote tumor growth.
Other Uses of Grapefruit
Some people with rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and other inflammatory disorders find that eating grapefruit daily seems to alleviate their symptoms. This is thought to stem from plant chemicals that block Prostaglandins, substances that cause inflammation.
Safety
People who are allergic to citrus fruits are likely to react to grapefruits, too. The sensitivity may be to the fruit itself or to an oil in the peel.
Interactions With Drugs and MedicinesGrapefruit has serious interactions with many commonly prescribed medications.
Grapefruit juice inhibits a special enzyme in the intestines that is responsible for the natural breakdown and absorption of many medications. When the action of this enzyme is blocked, the blood levels of these medications increase, which can lead to toxic side effects from the medications.
Grapefruit juice research has suggested that flavonoids and/or furanocoumarin compounds are the substances that act to block the enzyme in the intestines that normally metabolizes many drugs.
The grapefruit juice-drug interaction can lead to unpredictable and hazardous levels of certain important drugs.
These medications should not be consumed with grapefruit juice unless advised by a doctor:
Statins (Cholesterol Lowering Drugs):
Baycol (Cerivastatin)
Mevacor (Lovastatin)
Lipitor (Atorvastatin)
Zocor (Simvastatin)
Antihistamines:
Ebastine
Seldane (Terfenadine, taken off the U.S. market) Calcium Channel Blockers (Blood Pressure Drugs):
Nimotop (Nimodipine)
Nitrendipine
Plendil (Felodipine)
Pranidipine
Sular (Nisoldipine) Psychiatric Medications:
Buspar (Buspirone)
Halcion (Triazolam)
Tegretol (Carbamazepine)
Valium (Diazepam)
Versed (Midazolam) Intestinal Medications:
Propulsid (Cisapride, taken off the U.S. market) Immune Suppressants:
Neoral (Cyclosporine)
Prograf (Tacrolimus) Pain Medications:
Methadone Impotence Drug:
Viagra (Sildenafil) Toxic blood levels of these medications can occur when patients taking them consume grapefruit juice. The high blood levels of the medications can cause damage to organs or impair their normal function, which can be dangerous.
The following drugs may potentially have interactions with grapefruit juice, but this potential has not been scientifically studied. Use caution:
Amiodarone (Cordaroneز)
Cilostazol (Pletalز)
Donepezil (Ariceptز)
Losartan (Cozaarز)
Montelukast (Singulairز)
Pimozide (Orapز)
Quetiapine (Seroquelز)
Sildenafil (Viagraز)
Tamoxifen (Nolvadexز)
Tamsulosin (Flomaxز)
Related Topic: Interactions of Grapefruit with Medications For a detailed description of how grapefruit affects the metabolism of prescription drugs.
Name: Grapefruit
Scientific Name: Citrus paradisi
Family: Rutaceae
Grapefruit is believed to be native to Jamaica. It is sometimes confused with the pomelo (Citrus maxima), which is a close relation but is larger and pear-shaped.
The grapefruit tree can grow to a height of 26 to 30 feet. Grapefruits are round, with a diameter of between 4 and 6 inches. Their thin skin may be either completely yellow or yellow with a pinkish hue. The pulp of the fruit may be yellow, pinkish, or reddish. It can be more or less sharp-tasting, acidic, sweet, and fragrant.
The United States is the largest producer of grapefruit, accounting for over 40% of global production. Approximately 60% of the grapefruit crop is used for the manufacture of juice and canned grapefruit, while the rest is sold fresh.
BuyingChoose grapefruits that are heavy for their size, quite firm, with tight and shiny skin. Avoid overly soft fruits with dull- colored skin. Benefits
High in vitamin C and potassium.
A good source of folate, iron, calcium, and other minerals.
Pink and red varieties are high in beta carotene, a precursor of vitamin A.
High in fiber, low in calories.
Contain bioflavonoids and other plant chemicals that protect against cancer and heart disease.
Nutrition
Nutritional information per 100 g
Water
Protein
Fat
Carbohydrates
Fiber
Calories
91%
0.6 g
0.1 g
8g
0.6 g
30 to 33
The nutritional value of the grapefruit varies with the color (white, pink, or red). Red and pink grapefruits have a higher amount of vitamin A.
Half a grapefruit provides more than 50 percent of the adult Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) of vitamin C; it also has 325mg of potassium, 25mcg (micrograms) of folate, 40mg of calcium, and l mg of iron. The pink and red varieties are high in beta carotene, an antioxidant that the body converts to vitamin A.
A cup of unsweetened grapefruit juice has 95mg of vitamin C, more than 150 percent of the RDA, and most of the other nutrients found in the fresh fruit.
Medicinal Value
Grapefruit stimulates the appetite and is used for its digestive, stomachic, antiseptic, tonic, and diuretic qualities.
Grapefruit and Weight Loss Diets
Over the years a number of people have promoted the grapefruit as possessing a unique ability to burn away fat. People following grapefruit diets lose weight because they eat little else-a practice that can lead to nutritional deficiencies.
Grapefruits, however, are a good food to include in a sensible weight-loss diet; a serving contains less than 100 calories, and its high-fiber content satisfies hunger. If you're trying to lose weight, make grapefruit your first course to help prevent overeating. It's also an ideal snack food.
Grapefruit and Cholesterol Control
Grapefruits are especially high in pectin, a soluble fiber that helps lower blood cholesterol.
Grapefruit for Cancer Control
Recent studies indicate that grapefruits contain substances that are useful in preventing several diseases. Pink and red grapefruits are high in lycopene, an antioxidant that appears to lower the risk of prostate cancer. Researchers have not yet identified lycopene's mechanism of action, but a 6-year Harvard study involving 48,000 doctors and other health professionals has linked 10 servings of lycopene-rich foods a week with a 50 percent reduction in prostate cancer.
Other protective plant chemicals found in grapefruits include phenolic acid, which inhibits the formation of cancer-causing nitrosamines; limonoids, terpenes, and monoterpenes, which induce the production of enzymes that help prevent cancer; and bioflavonoids, which inhibit the action of hormones that promote tumor growth.
Other Uses of Grapefruit
Some people with rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and other inflammatory disorders find that eating grapefruit daily seems to alleviate their symptoms. This is thought to stem from plant chemicals that block Prostaglandins, substances that cause inflammation.
Safety
People who are allergic to citrus fruits are likely to react to grapefruits, too. The sensitivity may be to the fruit itself or to an oil in the peel.
Interactions With Drugs and MedicinesGrapefruit has serious interactions with many commonly prescribed medications.
Grapefruit juice inhibits a special enzyme in the intestines that is responsible for the natural breakdown and absorption of many medications. When the action of this enzyme is blocked, the blood levels of these medications increase, which can lead to toxic side effects from the medications.
Grapefruit juice research has suggested that flavonoids and/or furanocoumarin compounds are the substances that act to block the enzyme in the intestines that normally metabolizes many drugs.
The grapefruit juice-drug interaction can lead to unpredictable and hazardous levels of certain important drugs.
These medications should not be consumed with grapefruit juice unless advised by a doctor:
Statins (Cholesterol Lowering Drugs):
Baycol (Cerivastatin)
Mevacor (Lovastatin)
Lipitor (Atorvastatin)
Zocor (Simvastatin)
Antihistamines:
Ebastine
Seldane (Terfenadine, taken off the U.S. market) Calcium Channel Blockers (Blood Pressure Drugs):
Nimotop (Nimodipine)
Nitrendipine
Plendil (Felodipine)
Pranidipine
Sular (Nisoldipine) Psychiatric Medications:
Buspar (Buspirone)
Halcion (Triazolam)
Tegretol (Carbamazepine)
Valium (Diazepam)
Versed (Midazolam) Intestinal Medications:
Propulsid (Cisapride, taken off the U.S. market) Immune Suppressants:
Neoral (Cyclosporine)
Prograf (Tacrolimus) Pain Medications:
Methadone Impotence Drug:
Viagra (Sildenafil) Toxic blood levels of these medications can occur when patients taking them consume grapefruit juice. The high blood levels of the medications can cause damage to organs or impair their normal function, which can be dangerous.
The following drugs may potentially have interactions with grapefruit juice, but this potential has not been scientifically studied. Use caution:
Amiodarone (Cordaroneز)
Cilostazol (Pletalز)
Donepezil (Ariceptز)
Losartan (Cozaarز)
Montelukast (Singulairز)
Pimozide (Orapز)
Quetiapine (Seroquelز)
Sildenafil (Viagraز)
Tamoxifen (Nolvadexز)
Tamsulosin (Flomaxز)
Related Topic: Interactions of Grapefruit with Medications For a detailed description of how grapefruit affects the metabolism of prescription drugs.
How to Convert Blood Glucose
What are mg/dl and mmol/l? How to convert? Glucose? Cholesterol?
There are two main methods of describing concentrations: by weight, and
by molecular count. Weights are in grams, molecular counts in moles. (If you
really want to know, a mole is 6.23*10^23 molecules.) In both cases, the unit
is usually modified by milli- or micro- or other prefix, and is always "per"
some volume, often a liter.
This means that the conversion factor depends on the molecular weight of the
substance in question.
mmol/l is millimoles/liter, and is the world standard unit for measuring
glucose in blood. Specifically, it is the designated SI (Systeme
International) unit. "World standard", of course, means that mmol/L is used
everywhere in the world except in the US. A mole is about 6*10^23 molecules;
if you want more detail, take a chemistry course.
mg/dl (milligrams/deciliter) is the traditional unit for measuring bG (blood
glucose). All scientific journals are moving quickly toward using mmol/L
exclusively. mg/dl won't disappear soon, and some journals now use mmol/L as
the primary unit but quote mg/dl in parentheses, reflecting the large base of
health care providers and researchers (not to mention patients) who are
already familiar with mg/dl.
Since m.h.d is an international newsgroup, it's polite to quote both figures
when you can. Most discussions take place using mg/dl, and no one really
expects you to pull out your calculator to compose your article. However, if
you don't quote both units, it's inevitable that many readers will have to
pull out their calculators to read it.
Many meters now have a switch that allows you to change between units.
Sometimes it's a physical switch, and sometimes it's an option that you can
set.
To convert mmol/l of glucose to mg/dl, multiply by 18.
To convert mg/dl of glucose to mmol/l, divide by 18 or multiply by 0.055.
These factors are specific for glucose, because they depend on the mass
of one molecule (the molecular weight). The conversion factors are
different for other substances (see below).
And remember that reflectance meters have a some error margin due to
both intrinsic limitations and environmental factors, and that plasma
readings are 15% higher than whole blood (as of 2002 most meters are
calibrated to give plasma readings, thus matching lab readings, but this
is a recent development), and that capillary blood is different from
venous blood when it's changing, as after a meal. So round off to make
values easier to comprehend and don't sweat the hundredths place. For
example, 4.3 mmol/l converts to 77.4 mg/dl but should probably be quoted
as 75 or 80. Similarly, 150 mg/dl converts to 8.3333... mmol/l but 8.3
is a reasonable quote, and even just 8 would usually convey the meaning.
Actually, a table might be more useful than the raw conversion factor, since
we usually talk in approximations anyway.
mmol/l mg/dl interpretation
------ ----- --------------
2.0 35 extremely low, danger of unconciousness
3.0 55 low, marginal insulin reaction
4.0 75 slightly low, first symptoms of lethargy etc.
5.5 100 mecca
5 - 6 90-110 normal preprandial in nondiabetics
8.0 150 normal postprandial in nondiabetics
10.0 180 maximum postprandial in nondiabetics
11.0 200
15.0 270 a little high to very high depending on patient
16.5 300
20.0 360 getting up there
22 400 max mg/dl for some meters and strips
33 600 high danger of severe electrolyte imbalance
Preprandial = before meal
Postprandial = after meal
More conversions:
To convert mmol/l of HDL or LDL cholesterol to mg/dl, multiply by 39.
To convert mg/dl of HDL or LDL cholesterol to mmol/l, divide by 39.
To convert mmol/l of triglycerides to mg/dl, multiply by 89.
To convert mg/dl of triglycerides to mmol/l, divide by 89.
To convert umol (micromoles) /l of creatinine to mg/dl, divide by 88.
To convert mg/dl of creatinine to umol/l, multiply by 88.
There are two main methods of describing concentrations: by weight, and
by molecular count. Weights are in grams, molecular counts in moles. (If you
really want to know, a mole is 6.23*10^23 molecules.) In both cases, the unit
is usually modified by milli- or micro- or other prefix, and is always "per"
some volume, often a liter.
This means that the conversion factor depends on the molecular weight of the
substance in question.
mmol/l is millimoles/liter, and is the world standard unit for measuring
glucose in blood. Specifically, it is the designated SI (Systeme
International) unit. "World standard", of course, means that mmol/L is used
everywhere in the world except in the US. A mole is about 6*10^23 molecules;
if you want more detail, take a chemistry course.
mg/dl (milligrams/deciliter) is the traditional unit for measuring bG (blood
glucose). All scientific journals are moving quickly toward using mmol/L
exclusively. mg/dl won't disappear soon, and some journals now use mmol/L as
the primary unit but quote mg/dl in parentheses, reflecting the large base of
health care providers and researchers (not to mention patients) who are
already familiar with mg/dl.
Since m.h.d is an international newsgroup, it's polite to quote both figures
when you can. Most discussions take place using mg/dl, and no one really
expects you to pull out your calculator to compose your article. However, if
you don't quote both units, it's inevitable that many readers will have to
pull out their calculators to read it.
Many meters now have a switch that allows you to change between units.
Sometimes it's a physical switch, and sometimes it's an option that you can
set.
To convert mmol/l of glucose to mg/dl, multiply by 18.
To convert mg/dl of glucose to mmol/l, divide by 18 or multiply by 0.055.
These factors are specific for glucose, because they depend on the mass
of one molecule (the molecular weight). The conversion factors are
different for other substances (see below).
And remember that reflectance meters have a some error margin due to
both intrinsic limitations and environmental factors, and that plasma
readings are 15% higher than whole blood (as of 2002 most meters are
calibrated to give plasma readings, thus matching lab readings, but this
is a recent development), and that capillary blood is different from
venous blood when it's changing, as after a meal. So round off to make
values easier to comprehend and don't sweat the hundredths place. For
example, 4.3 mmol/l converts to 77.4 mg/dl but should probably be quoted
as 75 or 80. Similarly, 150 mg/dl converts to 8.3333... mmol/l but 8.3
is a reasonable quote, and even just 8 would usually convey the meaning.
Actually, a table might be more useful than the raw conversion factor, since
we usually talk in approximations anyway.
mmol/l mg/dl interpretation
------ ----- --------------
2.0 35 extremely low, danger of unconciousness
3.0 55 low, marginal insulin reaction
4.0 75 slightly low, first symptoms of lethargy etc.
5.5 100 mecca
5 - 6 90-110 normal preprandial in nondiabetics
8.0 150 normal postprandial in nondiabetics
10.0 180 maximum postprandial in nondiabetics
11.0 200
15.0 270 a little high to very high depending on patient
16.5 300
20.0 360 getting up there
22 400 max mg/dl for some meters and strips
33 600 high danger of severe electrolyte imbalance
Preprandial = before meal
Postprandial = after meal
More conversions:
To convert mmol/l of HDL or LDL cholesterol to mg/dl, multiply by 39.
To convert mg/dl of HDL or LDL cholesterol to mmol/l, divide by 39.
To convert mmol/l of triglycerides to mg/dl, multiply by 89.
To convert mg/dl of triglycerides to mmol/l, divide by 89.
To convert umol (micromoles) /l of creatinine to mg/dl, divide by 88.
To convert mg/dl of creatinine to umol/l, multiply by 88.
Blindness mission in India
Flying hospital to help India's blind population
The world's only flying eye hospital is on a two-week mission to India to perform free surgeries and train eye care personnel in India.India has the world's largest blind population. An estimated 75 percent of India's 12 million blind people suffer from avoidable blindness because of limited eye care infrastructure that has only one eye surgeon per 100,000 people. Every four minutes an Indian child goes blind, which is preventable. Blindness prevalence in India is a little above 1.1 percent with being the main reason for loss of sight in most people.According to Indian authorities a national programme to control blindness is expected to reach its blindness elimination target of 0.3 percent by 2015, five years before the World Health Organisation deadline of 2020. But this can be achieved only if India has more eye care personnel.Orbis, an international nonprofit Organisation focusing on preventing blindness in developing countries operates the flying hospital on a converted DC-10 jet and has treated more than four million people in 80 countries, over the last 25 years.The aircraft has operation theatres, patient waiting space, a consultation room, a technical support area and a training room.Besides performing dozens of free eye surgeries, Orbis doctors have been training hundreds of Indian doctors, nurses and eye care technicians to spread awareness about blindness in rural India, which accounts for about 80 percent of the country's blind population.Orbis doctors said their focus was paediatric ophthalmology as more than 320,000 children in India suffer from avoidable blindness.
The world's only flying eye hospital is on a two-week mission to India to perform free surgeries and train eye care personnel in India.India has the world's largest blind population. An estimated 75 percent of India's 12 million blind people suffer from avoidable blindness because of limited eye care infrastructure that has only one eye surgeon per 100,000 people. Every four minutes an Indian child goes blind, which is preventable. Blindness prevalence in India is a little above 1.1 percent with being the main reason for loss of sight in most people.According to Indian authorities a national programme to control blindness is expected to reach its blindness elimination target of 0.3 percent by 2015, five years before the World Health Organisation deadline of 2020. But this can be achieved only if India has more eye care personnel.Orbis, an international nonprofit Organisation focusing on preventing blindness in developing countries operates the flying hospital on a converted DC-10 jet and has treated more than four million people in 80 countries, over the last 25 years.The aircraft has operation theatres, patient waiting space, a consultation room, a technical support area and a training room.Besides performing dozens of free eye surgeries, Orbis doctors have been training hundreds of Indian doctors, nurses and eye care technicians to spread awareness about blindness in rural India, which accounts for about 80 percent of the country's blind population.Orbis doctors said their focus was paediatric ophthalmology as more than 320,000 children in India suffer from avoidable blindness.
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