BENEFITS OF DIGITAL HEALTH TECHNOLOGIES

17 Nov 2020 08:58 AM IST

Mobile health applications and services are becoming an essential tool in extending healthcare resources. There is a lot of scope for the growth for digital health in our country and thus, innovative, efficient, technology-supported interventions are the current need. To discuss this and more, PHDCCI recently organised a webinar on

HOW TO STAY SAFE AMID POLLUTION IN COVID-19 TIMES

17 Nov 2020 08:53 AM IST

With air pollution rising alarmingly in the city, doctors fear that it would lead to a major spike in Covid-19 cases. It’s a lethal cocktail that threatens to take infections to new, dangerous levels.

Bone of no contention

10 Nov 2020 05:13 AM IST

With the drop in temperature, some people experience ache or discomfort in their joints and bones. Doctors suggest ways to relieve it and prevent its occurrence to some extent.

EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE: WAYS TO IMPROVE SELF-AWARENESS

10 Nov 2020 05:08 AM IST

Emotional intelligence is the ability to understand and manage emotions in positive ways. It tends to fuel your performance on the personal and professional front. Self-awareness is one of the essential steps of emotional intelligence. It teaches ways to identify your emotions, to be mindful of what triggers them and

IS YOUR BODY GLUTEN SENSITIVE?

10 Nov 2020 05:03 AM IST

Gluten is a protein found primarily in wheat, barley and rye. There’s been a surge in gluten-sensitivity in people across many countries over the last two decades due to modern hybridised, genetically modified wheat. Along with the changing food habits where there’s gluten overload in our diet in the form

SIMPLE HOME MANAGEMENT TIPS FOR CORONA-POSITIVE PATIENTS

03 Nov 2020 05:37 AM IST

Contingencies are a part of our lives. We all plan to safeguard ourselves from various scenarios such as theft, accident, flood or other such recurring natural calamities. However, it is nearly impossible to prepare for a sudden pandemic outbreak of unprecedented proportions. That’s exactly what happened at the start of

LUNG CANCER CHALLENGES IN PANDEMIC TIMES

03 Nov 2020 05:36 AM IST

As the global impact of Covid-19 increases, the diagnosis and management of cancer patients who are at increased risk have been a constant challenge. November is observed as Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Lung cancer, which has been the most common cause of cancer deaths worldwide, possess a greater risk of

WARNING SIGNS: LONG-TERM EFFECTS OF COVID-19

03 Nov 2020 05:33 AM IST

Do coronavirus-infected patients recover completely? For the majority of them, symptoms become clear after about two weeks, but some experience persistent health problems for weeks and months, warn doctors.

CAN NATURAL TREATMENT AND SUPPLEMENTS HELP PREVENT CORONAVIRUS?

27 Oct 2020 05:32 AM IST

One would imagine that pandemic is a great time for doctors from all traditions to work together and bring healing to mankind. What seems to be happening currently in India, however, is that doctors from diverse backgrounds are battling over their suggestions. Today, every patient/ person knows that a Western

WHY INCLUDE ASHWAGANDHA IN YOUR DIET

27 Oct 2020 05:30 AM IST

Ashwagandha is aptly named on its characteristic smell. It does smell like the horse but is also traditionally known to give you strength like one. It is a powerful adaptogenic herb known in Ayurveda for over 3000 years as an energising herb having amazing benefits for the body. It is

THE CURIOUS CASE OF SEASONAL ILLNESSES AMID COVID-19

27 Oct 2020 05:26 AM IST

As winter comes knocking on our doors, there’s a steep rise in complaints of seasonal diseases. Doctors list signs and symptoms to watch out for and precautions to safeguard little ones.

Why it is important to focus on mental health today

20 Oct 2020 07:11 AM IST

Let’s be honest, 2020 has been one of the toughest years for humanity. Across cities, countries and continents, we all have experienced what we call a downturn. With the outburst of Covid-19 pandemic, things haven’t been any better. While the idea of confining ourselves in our houses with our loved