From joint pain to numbness: Know the lingering impact of chikungunya As the disease continues to evolve, this year’s outbreak serves as a reminder of chikungunya’s potential to cause long-term health challenges. It underscores the importance of early diagnosis, effective management, and continued research to address its far-reaching impacts.
Can climate impact fertility? IVF expert says there is a link; know what it is Environmental pollution associated with climate change has emerged as a major reproductive health concern. Rising levels of fine particulate matter in the atmosphere, specifically PM2.5 and PM10, extend beyond respiratory impacts to affect reproductive function.
Is your kid prone to ADHD? Expert says dietary choices may be the first sign The study also found that other than ADHD, the most robust dietary behaviour was noted among adolescents. The research was published in the Journal of Attention Disorders.
New blood test could measure muscle damage in elite athletes: Study Marathon running can cause extensive muscle damage, known as ‘exercise-induced muscle damage’, which impairs an athlete’s performance and increases risk of injury, if they’ve not recovered completely.
Explained: How pollution is a catalyst for early cataracts Cataracts are caused when the lens of the eye which is naturally clear, gets opaque which ultimately results in getting distorted images. The majority of cataracts occur in people aged 60 and above, but recently, more and more young individuals have begun to get this disease.
What is TAVI? Cardiologist explains how it is revolutionising heart care Transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) has transformed the treatment of aortic stenosis by offering a more safe and minimally invasive alternative to traditional open heart surgery. TAVI, with its growing uses and excellent success rates, has altered cardiac care and greatly improved patient outcomes throughout the world.
Treatment of fragility fractures: Orthopaedician talks about trauma in the elderly Some of the fragility fractures are surgical emergencies such as hip and vertebral fractures. However, advanced age is considered a risk factor for the occurrence of perioperative complications including infections, formation of thromboembolism, and slow wound healing.
How robotic-assisted surgeries are revolutionising liver transplants The robotic technology is especially beneficial for donors where the scar of traditional open surgery can be avoided hence making liver donation more acceptable among living donors, it also enables a 3D vision and greater freedom in motions, resulting in superior outcomes in certain circumstances.
Surging estrogen levels could drive women to ‘binge-drink’: Study The study, published in the journal Nature Communications, is the first to find that a higher estrogen level in the body promotes ‘binge-drinking’ behaviour in women by contributing to sex-specific differences, researchers said.
From minimalism to holistic care: How skincare may change in 2025 The year 2025 will witness more commitment towards skincare by opting for scientifically proven formulations that are eco-friendly and simple too. There is a high need for personalised skincare and 2025 will fulfill this need by catering to individual needs.
