The widespread use of formalin, in preservation of fish, fruit and other food items is posing a threat to public health. The chemical used as a solution in water keeps fish fresh and makes fruits like mangoes attractive. This chemical, usually used to stop dead bodies from rotting, is now being used to preserve edible [...]

An adverse reaction to a food can be the result of either food allergy or food intolerance.  Many people think these two terms mean the same thing, but they do not.  A food allergy occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks a food protein. Ingestion of the offending food may trigger the sudden release of [...]

Just as you were enjoying your swim in the beautiful sea, you noticed a sting on your foot. The pain gets worse. When you get out of the water you see a red rash on the painful area. What do you do know? As a medical centre near the beach, BIMC gets plenty of marine [...]