Category: Health

Neerja Bhatla, Vilas Dangre, Jumde Gamlin receive Padma Shri honour for healthcare contribution Dr Bhatla, a gynaecologist from Delhi known for pioneering the cervical cancer treatment methodologies, Homeopath Vilas Dangre from Maharashtra and Jumde Yomgam Gamlin from Arunachal Pradesh have been recognised with the prestigious Padma Shri for their outstanding dedication and contributions to the field of healthcare, improving lives and advancing medical services.

Explained: Guillain-Barré Syndrome, the nerve disorder causing concern in Pune The PTI reported that the GBS cases (a rare nerve disorder) has risen in Pune, Maharashtra, to 73, including 47 men and 26 women. Of the cases, most have recovered while 14 are on ventilator support. The GBS is a rare condition in which the body’s own immune system revolts against the nerves. It begins as a tingling sensation but can quickly grow into something fatal

Thyroid disorders in pregnancy: Endocrinologist shares pro tips to manage it During pregnancy, managing thyroid disorders starts to gain utmost importance. Read on to know the best ways to do so.

Scrolling short videos late night can cause hypertension in young adults: Study Hypertension or high blood pressure is usually a consequence of excessive salt intake. However, there are other factors too that often go overlooked.

Enhancing IVF outcomes: How yoga and meditation can help with conception When it comes to IVF, experts say that the success rate depends on the mental health of the mother. And this, doctors say, can be improved with yoga and meditation.

Explained: Why hydration is important EVEN in winter During winter, it is quite likely that one does not drink enough water. However, the repercussions of dehydration are no less even during the cold months of the year.

Vitamin D deficiency: The silent culprit behind joint pain in winter Vitamin D or the sunshine nutrient helps keep the bones, teeth and immunity strong. So it is almost a no-brainer that its deficiency would weakne joints. Read here to know what doctors say.

Explained: How early detection of cervical cancer can speed up recovery for patients A fever, flu or cancer – in case of every health problem, doctors recommend timely detection so as to pave the way for a speedy recovery. Cervical cancer is no different.

Autism therapy: Paediatrician shares tips to dodge commonly-made mistakes Autism is not an illness that can be cured but rather a lifelong neurodevelopmental condition. The perspective here should not be to find a cure but to provide the assistance necessary for autistic people to emerge into society, carrying them to fulfilling lives.

Cervical Cancer Awareness Month: Do you know what to eat to fight a tumour? When it comes to cancer, prevention is always said to be better than cure, and cervical cancer is no different. Know how diet can help you dodge the disease.