Protecting vision in diabetics: A guide to diabetic retinopathy Untreated diabetic retinopathy may cause such complications to become imminent, including macular edema, retinal detachment, glaucoma, or even permanent blindness. Studies show that effective treatment can reduce the risk of blindness to as low as 90%.
Joint pain this winter: From workouts to diet, orthopaedic surgeon shares tips Dr. Arumugam emphasizes that elderly individuals, especially those with osteoarthritis, often experience more joint pain during winter. Simple measures like wearing kneecaps during the day, using heat packs, or gently massaging joints with warm hands can provide relief.
Explained: Why you must get vaccinated for pneumonia In addition to protecting the vaccinated individual, vaccines reduce the spread of Streptococcus pneumoniae and influenza viruses, offering indirect protection to others, particularly those who may not be eligible for vaccination due to medical reasons.
If chronic inflammation can trigger cancer, can alternative therapy prevent it? Inflammation can be a double jeopardy — It can damage cell DNA leading to abnormal cell growth and division, eventually developing tumors (both benign and malignant). It can also weaken the body’s barriers, exposing stem cells to carcinogens. Doctors say, this is the root cause of most of the chronic diseases around us today. The good news is that inflammation – both acute as well as chronic – can be cured or prevented by lifestyle tweak. In that sense, is cancer caused by inflammation preventable?
Immunotherapy: Can it change the way pancreatic cancer is treated? Pancreatic cancer is one of the deadliest malignancies in the world, accounting for the majority of cancer-related deaths. Every year, an estimated 460,000 individuals worldwide are diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, which kills roughly 430,000 people.
Diabetes & heart health: Cardiologist explains why you must preserve both Effectively managing diabetes involves more than just controlling blood sugar; it requires a comprehensive approach to protect heart health. By focusing on diet, exercise, stress reduction, and maintaining regular check-ups, individuals can help prevent severe cardiovascular complications associated with diabetes.
Can Delhi’s worsening AQI hurt your kidneys? AQI levels in most regions of Delhi are above 500. While you can’t control the levels outside, controlling the AQI inside your home is very much possible. Consider filling your homes with lovely indoor plants, adding pure oxygen, and installing air purifiers.
NO scientific evidence that Haldi, Neem, Tulsi can cure ANY cancer; doctors strongly rebuke Sidhu’s claims Cricketer-commentator Navjot Singh Sidhu has again sparked a row when he announced that his wife reversed her breast cancer by following a very strict lifestyle, including raw turmeric and neem in her diet, along with sour fruits. The Tata Memorial Hospital has released a strong statement asking patients to not go by these unverified and callous statements made by public figures. “Cancer, needs radiation therapy and chemo treatment,” oncologists pan India echo this sentiment
Can cancers go away on their own? New research has answers A 2023 study on a possible remission of cancer following COVID-19 is back in the news. Researchers from AIIMS are also analysing the reports to understand whether metastasis, or advancement of cancer, could be slowed by what they call a specialised type of white blood cell – induced non-classical monocytes (I-NCMs). These blood cells were produced by the body to fight severe COVID in some patients
HIV care all about nutrition? Expert lists the best and worst dietary choices for AIDS patients HIV and its treatments may lead to unintended weight gain. A tailored, balanced diet helps maintain an optimal weight, reducing risks of comorbidities like cardiovascular disease and diabetes.
