First Known Cases of Major Diseases Worldwide

1. AIDS - First case in Congo (1959)
2. H1N1 (Swine Flu) - First case in Mexico (2009)
3. COVID-19 - First case in China (2019)
4. Ebola - First case in South Sudan (1976)
5. Bird Flu (H5N1) - First case in Hong Kong (1997)
6. Dengue Fever - First case in Manila, Philippines (1950s)
7. SARS - First case in Guangdong, China (2002)
8. MERS - First case in Saudi Arabia (2012)
9. Zika Virus - First case in Uganda (1947)
10. Spanish Flu - First case in USA (1918, believed)
11. Cholera - First case in Indian Subcontinent (Early 19th century)
12. Plague (Black Death) - First case in Central Asia (1347-1351)
13. Smallpox - First case in Northeast Africa (3rd century BCE)
14. Tuberculosis - First case in Egypt (3000 BC)
15. Malaria - First case in Africa (Prehistoric)
16. Yellow Fever - First case in West Africa (17th century)
17. Polio - First case in Egypt (1580 BCE)
18. Measles - First case in Middle East (7th century AD)
19. Typhoid Fever - First case in Ancient Greece (430-426 BCE)
20. Leprosy - First case in India (2000 BCE)
21. Syphilis - First case in Europe (1494)
22. Bubonic Plague - First case in China (1334)
23. Scarlet Fever - First case in England (1675)
24. West Nile Virus - First case in Uganda (1937)
25. Anthrax - First case in Egypt (1250 BCE)
26. Rabies - First case in Babylonia (2300 BCE)
27. Cholera - First case in India (1817)
28. Marburg Virus - First case in Germany (1967)
29. Mumps - First case in Ancient Greece (5th century BCE)
30. Rubella - First case in Germany (1814)
31. Lyme Disease - First case in USA (1975)
32. Legionnaires' Disease - First case in USA (1976)
33. Lassa Fever - First case in Nigeria (1969)
34. Hantavirus - First case in Korea (1950s)
35. Chikungunya - First case in Tanzania (1952)
36. Hepatitis B - First case in China (4th millennium BCE)
37. Hepatitis C - First case in Egypt (1940s)
38. Hepatitis A - First case in USA (1970s)
39. Q Fever - First case in Australia (1935)
40. Rickettsia - First case in USA (1909)
41. Mad Cow Disease (BSE) - First case in UK (1986)
42. CJD (Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease) - First case in UK (1920s)
43. Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever - First case in USA (1896)
44. Nipah Virus - First case in Malaysia (1998)
45. Yaws - First case in Africa (Prehistoric)
46. Onchocerciasis (River Blindness) - First case in Africa (1893)
47. Trachoma - First case in Egypt (27th century BCE)
48. Dracunculiasis (Guinea Worm Disease) - First case in Ancient Egypt (1500 BCE)
49. Lymphatic Filariasis - First case in Egypt (2000 BCE)
50. Kala-azar (Visceral Leishmaniasis) - First case in India (1824)
51. Trichinosis - First case in Ancient Greece (1200 BCE)
52. Cysticercosis - First case in Mexico (1500 BCE)
53. Schistosomiasis - First case in Ancient Egypt (1900 BCE)
54. Tetanus - First case in Ancient Egypt (5th century BCE)
55. Diphtheria - First case in Ancient Egypt (5th century BCE)
56. Pertussis (Whooping Cough) - First case in France (1578)
57. Influenza - First case in Russia (1889)
58. Pneumonia - First case in Ancient Greece (4th century BCE)
59. Typhus - First case in Spain (1489)
60. Psittacosis (Parrot Fever) - First case in Switzerland (1879)
61. Scabies - First case in Italy (1687)
62. Trench Fever - First case in Europe (1915)
63. Yellow Nail Syndrome - First case in USA (1964)
64. Echinococcosis (Hydatid Disease) - First case in Iceland (1771)
65. Brugia malayi - First case in Malaysia (1927)
66. Alkhurma Hemorrhagic Fever - First case in Saudi Arabia (1994)
67. Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic Fever - First case in Crimea (1944)
68. Rift Valley Fever - First case in Kenya (1931)
69. Chagas Disease - First case in Brazil (1909)
70. Sleeping Sickness (African Trypanosomiasis) - First case in Uganda (1901)
71. Leishmaniasis - First case in India (1824)
72. Leptospirosis - First case in Germany (1916)
73. Monkeypox - First case in Congo (1970)
74. Acanthamoeba keratitis - First case in USA (1973)
75. Babesiosis - First case in USA (1969)
76. Melioidosis - First case in Myanmar (1912)
77. Strongyloidiasis - First case in Italy (1876)
78. Scrub Typhus - First case in Japan (1899)
79. Tsutsugamushi Disease - First case in Japan (1899)
80. Eosinophilic meningitis - First case in USA (1945)
81. Histoplasmosis - First case in USA (1906)
82. Blastomycosis - First case in USA (1894)
83. Coccidioidomycosis - First case in USA (1892)
84. Paracoccidioidomycosis - First case in Brazil (1908)
85. Sporotrichosis - First case in USA (1898)
86. Cryptococcosis - First case in Italy (1894)
87. Mycetoma - First case in Venezuela (1842)
88. Penicilliosis - First case in USA (1956)
89. Aspergillosis - First case in Germany (1856)
90. Histoplasmosis - First case in USA (1906)
91. Listeriosis - First case in USA (1924)
92. Erysipelas - First case in Ancient Greece (11th century)
93. Amoebiasis - First case in Russia (1875)
94. Fascioliasis - First case in Russia (1883)
95. Gnathostomiasis - First case in Thailand (1830)
96. Giardiasis - First case in Russia (1859)
97. Toxoplasmosis - First case in Germany (1908)
98. Trichuriasis - First case in Germany (1761)
99. Ascariasis - First case in China (1935)
100. Hookworm Disease - First case in Italy (1838)

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Most Important List of Common Fruits and Acids

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The Ultimate Fruit Acid Compendium

S.No Acid Fruit Acid Formula
1 Citric Acid Orange, Lemon, Pineapple C₆H₈O₇
2 Malic Acid Apple, Cherry, Pear C₄H₆O₅
3 Tartaric Acid Grape C₄H₆O₆
4 Ascorbic Acid Guava, Kiwi, Papaya C₆H₈O₆
5 Oxalic Acid Starfruit (Carambola) C₂H₂O₄

Essential Banking Acronyms You Must Know

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100 Most Commonly Used Banking Full Forms

S.No Acronym Full Form
1UPIUnified Payments Interface
2POSPoint of Sale
3CVVCard Verification Value
4QRQuick Response (Code)
5ATMAutomated Teller Machine

Why India Struggles to Shine at the Olympics

                India’s struggle to win Olympic medals compared to countries like the USA and China is a multifaceted issue. Here are some key factors contributing to this disparity

Key Factors

  1. Investment in Sports:

    • USA and China: These countries invest heavily in sports infrastructure, training facilities, and athlete development programs. For example, China spends approximately ₹3 lakh crore annually on sports.
    • India: In contrast, India’s sports budget is around ₹3,400 crore. This significant difference in funding impacts the quality of training and facilities available to athletes.
  2. Sports Infrastructure:

    • USA and China: Both countries have world-class sports facilities and access to advanced training technologies.
    • India: Many athletes lack access to proper training facilities and equipment, which hampers their performance on the global stage.
  3. Government Support and Policies:

    • USA and China: These countries have robust policies and support systems in place to nurture talent from a young age.
    • India: There is often a lack of consistent government support and effective policies to identify and nurture young talent.
  4. Cultural Priorities:

    • USA and China: Sports are a significant part of the culture, and there is a strong emphasis on physical education and sports participation from a young age.
    • India: Education often takes precedence over sports, and many families prioritize academic achievements over athletic pursuits.
  5. Exposure to International Competitions:

    • USA and China: Athletes regularly participate in international competitions, gaining valuable experience and exposure.
    • India: Limited opportunities for international exposure can hinder the development of competitive skills among Indian athletes.

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