Managing medications: Safe practices for diabetes patients on dialysis Living with both diabetes and kidney disease can be emotionally challenging. Stress, anxiety, and depression are common in dialysis patients, and they can negatively impact both blood sugar control and overall health
ICMR seeks new ideas from Indian scientists to solve complex health problems The proposal must have bold research ideas with significant wide-ranging impact and if successful should have potential ‘first of its kind’ biomedical and technological innovations for better health outcomes in the global context. Proposals aiming for ‘incremental’ knowledge’ or ‘process innovation ‘will not be funded through this scheme, the ICMR said.
World Diabetes Day, Children’s Day, know the signs of vision loss in kids World Diabetes Day: While diabetic retinopathy remains a serious concern, modern treatments offer hope. Advances in medical treatments, such as anti-VEGF (vascular endothelial growth factor) injections and laser treatments, have shown effectiveness in managing retinopathy and preventing progression.
Regenerative medicine: Is it a one-stop solution to chronic diseases? One of the most prevalent misconceptions is that regenerative medicine can cure any ailment. While the field holds immense potential, it is not a panacea. While some of the procedures have a lot of data available, the newer Regenerative therapies are still in the early stages of development.
4 in 10 Delhi-NCR families visited a doctor in last 3 weeks: LocalCircles survey The LocalCircles survey also brought to light many shocking findings – one of them being 81% of families with at least one or more members suffering from health problems due to pollution. 40% of families in NCR have at least one member who has visited a doctor or the hospital for treatment in the past 3 weeks.
Can pollution give you viral pneumonia? Expert lists the signs that are missed People with chronic health issues, compromised immune systems, smoking, and advanced age are more likely to acquire viral and bacterial pneumonia. Getting vaccinated to prevent pneumonia can help you avoid antibiotics, hospitalisation and stay safe.
World Diabetes Day 2024: Gynae answers all FAQs about gestational diabetes World Diabetes Day 2024: Gestational diabetes affects approximately 10% of pregnant women and is characterised by elevated blood sugar levels that develop during pregnancy. According to various studies, hormonal changes associated with pregnancy can lead to insulin resistance, highlighting why monitoring glucose levels becomes crucial.
Diabetes: Is stress giving you blood sugar spikes? Diabetic distress occurs when diabetes management feels overwhelming. Often, it stems from unrealistic expectations or excessive reliance on medication alone while neglecting lifestyle changes. This distress can worsen if blood sugar spikes after leaving controlled environments, like hospitals or rehabilitation centers.
Anesthesia: Why it’s a double-edged sword in every surgery The type of anesthesia depends on many factors like the age of the patient, general condition of the patient, associated illnesses, type of surgery, duration of surgery, patient preference, and many others. Anesthesiologist decides the type of anesthesia that best suits the patient.
Shocking! Study finds lead levels in Indian turmeric 200 times higher than safe limit According to recent studies, Indian turmeric has dangerously high levels of lead, often up to 200 times the recommended daily intake. Because lead is a neurotoxin that can build up in the body over time and cause cognitive deficits, developmental delays in children, and damage to the kidneys and liver.
