Category: Health

Ayurveda Day: PM Modi to unveil healthcare plans; why ancient science needs uplift Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced that he will be launching, inaugurating and even laying the foundation stone of projects within the health sector worth over Rs 12,850 crore today. The health and wellness sector needed this buoy up, and stakeholders will embrace everything that is coming their way. As regards the ‘science of life’ or Ayurveda, it is central to our very cultural fabric and we need to do all to preserve its relevance.

World Stroke Day: Weak heart can lead to a stroke, doctors list common symptoms Heart failure is a condition during which due to the inadequate blood and oxygen supply from a weakened heart, systemic metabolism may be compromised during rest and activity, resulting in possible cerebral ischemia and stroke when the brain is not properly perfused

England, Wales hit record-low fertility: Drugs, contraception, chemicals to blame? The fertility rates in the UK has been on a freefall since a decade now but with Wales and England reaching their lowest ever since the 1930s, the nation is grappling with a dual problem. That of managing a fragile economy on the one hand, and a dismal number of young workforce on the other. Is lifestyle the prime driver for this global fertility problem? Experts blame it on a cocktail of reasons – from pollution to marijuana to anti-family policies. Read on

Diwali health hazards: 7 common eye injuries caused due to bursting firecrackers Dr Dhruv Chauhan, Medical officer, Delhi govt hospital said, “Various ingredients in crackers including potassium perchlorate , Nitrate of Perlite powder, Magnesium aluminum-alloy powder can be toxic to general health if burst in large quantities by masses together and often in general leads to “Red eye syndrome” causing reddish and burning eyes along with itching.”

Eye health: Importance of regular check-up in school kids, why institutions must help Many schools in Delhi NCR will start conducting regular eye check-up camps in the school campus to facilitate checks on vision-related issues in school-going children. This has been made a mandate by authorities. Here’s why other states must follow suit.

GERD myths and facts: What you need to know to stay healthy Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is a chronic condition that needs attention and management. Let’s learn how to distinguish myths from facts and adopt lifestyle changes to prevent complications.

How diet can prevent liver diseases and boost detoxification? Proper nutrition, regular exercise, and healthy lifestyle habits play a crucial role in protecting liver health and supporting overall wellness. Let’s explore expert tips.

Allergy season is here: If you are a sinus patient, strictly avoid doing these No season is good season for catching an allergic reaction but these few days before Diwali is always the toughest for patients suffering from sinusitis and even rhinitis. Here is an expert-approved checklist of things to avoid which will help you to breathe better and cleaner.

PM Modi stresses on ills of ‘digital scams’; can Internet overuse also impact health? Prime Minister Narendra Modi, today, urged Indians to be precautious about online scams. In his Mann Ki Baat on October 27, PM Modi stressed on the frauds of ‘digital arrests’ and all the significant risks associated with it. Major health implications have also been noticed as a side effect of the Internet addiction. For one, it leads to cognitive failure and may end up shrinking the brain before we know it… So, beware of frauds as well as overuse!

How to prevent UTIs in babies: Doctors advise regular diaper change, overall hygiene Recurrent UTIs in babies can lead to more serious complications, such as kidney infections (pyelonephritis), which can potentially cause long-term kidney damage.