Medically Speaking

Experts Warn Of New COVID Variant KP3 From Japan Potentially Spreading To India

23 Jul 2024 13:02 PM IST

Despite the waning intensity of COVID-19 fears, a new variant, KP3, is causing concern as it spreads rapidly in Japan. There are growing concerns about its potential arrival in India. According to Experts KP3 is highly contagious and can affect even those who are vaccinated. The variant exhibits symptoms similar

Managing Diabetes Naturally: Food and Naturopathic Strategies for Blood Sugar Control

23 Jul 2024 04:29 AM IST

India faces a growing diabetes epidemic, with over 74.9 million adults aged 20-79 affected in 2021, a number expected to rise to 124.9 million by 2045. Diabetes, marked by high blood glucose levels, can lead to severe complications such as heart disease, kidney failure, and nerve damage if not managed

Ensuring Accuracy in At-Home Blood Collection

23 Jul 2024 04:28 AM IST

At-Home Blood Sample Collection: The Importance of Temperature Integrity Phlebotomy – the drawing of blood – has been practised for centuries and remains one of the most common invasive procedures in healthcare. Every step in the phlebotomy process affects the quality of the specimen, playing a crucial role in preventing

Our focus is on sustainable recovery without risk of disorder progression: Dr Apoorva Shrivastava

23 Jul 2024 04:17 AM IST

Active physiotherapy is a modern and upgraded approach that engages patients in their own recovery through prescribed, targeted therapeutic exercises. Dr Apoorva Shrivastava, CEO & Founder, Resolve360 shares her insights on active physiotherapy, misconceptions about online physiotherapy, and rise in lifestyle-related conditions affecting neuromuscular and musculoskeletal health issues. Q. Could

Embracing The Future: The Role Of AI In Transforming Mental Health Services

17 Jul 2024 13:08 PM IST

In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has made tremendous advances in a number of sectors, substantially changing businesses and boosting human skills. One of the most promising areas where AI has the potential to make a significant effect is in mental health care. As we learn more about the complexity

Oxygen Therapy: When and Why it’s needed

16 Jul 2024 03:04 AM IST

Oxygen is a vital gas essential for human survival and has been used for centuries as a supplemental therapy for respiratory failure, hypoxemia, and other conditions. Its main objective is to maintain normal oxyhemoglobin saturation to ensure adequate oxygen delivery to all tissues in the body. A decrease in oxygen

Case Study: 20-YEAR-OLD STENTS, TREATED AGAIN WITH ROTA-ANGIOPLASTY

16 Jul 2024 03:01 AM IST

77-year-old gentleman was suffering from breathlessness, chest heaviness on walking. Gradually his symptoms progressed and the distance shortened. His disease had progressed to the level that every night it was difficult for him to breathe. He would get up in the middle of the night because of breathing difficulty. Mr.

Cases of Dengue on the Rise

16 Jul 2024 02:58 AM IST

As the monsoon season progresses, health officials report a significant increase in dengue fever cases across the region. Dr. Jasmeet Singh, a leading Sr. Consultant Physician at Shalby Hospitals, Mohali has expressed his concern regarding this growing health issue “Dengue fever can have a devastating impact on individuals and families,”

Stem Cell Therapy for Hair Loss

16 Jul 2024 02:57 AM IST

Hair loss is a pervasive concern affecting millions worldwide, with profound impacts on self-esteem and quality of life. Ministry spray, Propecia and hair transplantation somehow have prospects but scientific development is bringing new horizons. Among these, stem cell therapy can be listed as one of the most promising trends. Being

Holistic approaches to Enhancing Immune Function

16 Jul 2024 02:55 AM IST

In today’s fast-paced world, maintaining a robust immune system is more critical than ever. Nutraceuticals and functional foods play a significant role in enhancing our immune defenses. These foods and supplements provide health benefits beyond essential nutrition and are increasingly recognized for their potential to prevent and manage diseases, including

Karachi Man Dies from Brain-Eating Amoeba: Third Death This Year

14 Jul 2024 12:04 PM IST

A 22-year-old man from Karachi has died from a brain-eating amoeba, making him the third person in the city to die from this infection this year. The man, named Aurangzeb, lived in Cattle Colony and was treated at the Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre (JPMC). Aurangzeb’s trouble started on July 7

How Hearing Impairment gives rise to Mental Health issues in Old Age

09 Jul 2024 04:20 AM IST

Hearing loss is a common condition that develops in older people. According to data from the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, about 5% of people in the age group of 45-54 suffer from hearing loss. The number keeps increasing with age, reaching 55% of people beyond the