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Epilepsy: Much feared body disorder is Curable With Medicine
On National Epilepsy Day, our specialist on Community Health, Dr. Naresh Purohit* (Exec. Member-Indian Academy of Neurology) analyses the Causes and Cures for this body disorder engulfing over 50 million across the Globe
Quitting smoking can lower diabetes risk by 30-40 per cent: WHO
The IDF estimates that 537 million people have diabetes, a number that continues to rise making diabetes the ninth highest cause of death globally, the statement said.
Dhanteras is significant for health and not just wealth
Underlining that 'Health is Wealth' is the Universal Thumb-rule, our special contributor on Community health issues, Dr. Naresh Purohit* advises younger generation of today to adopt Ayurvedic way of Health and Livelihood !
‘Like breathing poison’: Delhi children hardest hit by smog
Vegetable vendor Imtiaz Qureshi's 11-month-old son Mohammad Arsalan was admitted to the hospital overnight with breathing issues. "We have to live day in and day out in this air," he said.
Cancer Cure: Counselling and support are essential pillars of healing for Cancer patients
New Delhi/ Bhopal : Counselling and support are essential pillars of healing a cancer patient at any stage of a chronic condition. Cancer patients need more emotional, psychological, and social support .
Even with improvements in…
Dengue & Chikungunya: Connection between viral illnesses and Joint and Leg Pain
New Delhi/ Bhopal: Many illnesses like chikungunya and dengue are often associated with viral infections. When the body is fighting such an illness, it triggers an immune response to combat the condition.
This immune response can sometimes…
Perils of viral infections
These viruses typically lead to symptoms such as fever, headache, and severe body pain.
Covid survivors advised against hard labour
Union Health and Family Welfare Minister Mansukh Mandaviya' remarks came as several deaths due to heart issues were reported in Gujarat recently during the garba events.
World Sight Day: Set sight on the vision
Netra, the eyes, are particularly associated with the pitta dosha. Therefore, they should be protected from exposure to excessive heat and other factors that can aggravate pitta.
We recently celebrated World Sight Day (October 12),…
AIIMS adds 63 drugs to Free Medicine list
The decision to expand the list of medicines available at the pharmacy from 296 to 359 was taken recently.
Promote organ donation info, encourage pledges: UGC to VCs
So far, the maximum response to pledge organs has been reported in the age group of 30-45 years, followed by those aged 18-30 years.
How fine’s your spine?
With World Spine Day having been marked on Oct 16, let’s look at different kinds of back pains, treatments and prevention methods.
AIIMS servers hit for over 24 hours by technical snag
Prof Rima Dada, spokesperson of the institute said maintenance led to the shutdown of servers and e-hospital services of the institute, which have been restored now.
Demystifying wax powders
It’s crucial to consider the long-term effects and potentially irritating components when using any new product on the skin. Particularly when applying these products over larger areas.
Centre’s Tele-MANAS helpline offering mental health services received over 3 lakh calls in a…
“More than 1,000 calls are being received on this helpline every day,” said Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya.
Tips for a healthy Heart
Panchakarma is particularly beneficial for individuals with a genetic predisposition or a lifestyle that increases the risk of heart diseases.
Stress Is The Silent Architect of the Heart Disease
As Heart Attack Deaths in India reach One-fifth of global count, per WHO reports, our Specialist contributing for community healthcare*, Dr. Naresh Purohit, (Executive Member- Academy of Cardiovascular Sciences) adds his diagnostics and…
Bihar: 6,146 dengue cases reported in September, highest in last five years
As many as 416 cases were reported in the state on Friday, with Patna recording the most at 177, followed by Munger at 33, Saran (28), Bhagalpur (27) and Begusarai (17).
World Heart Day: WHO gives global call for awareness about heart health
Main causes of the burden of Cardio Vascular Disease include modifiable lifestyle factors such as tobacco use, alcohol consumption, unhealthy diets, high salt intake and lack of physical activity
Blood substances to help identify long Covid-19 patients discovered in new research
Long Covid patients also exhibited an increased antibody circulation and markedly lower levels of hormone cortisol, released by body under stress, compared to those not infected by SARS-CoV-2.
