Medically Speaking

What’s inthe diabetes drugs that help in weight loss?

31 Jan 2023 09:37 AM IST

Obesity is a major public health concern that affects millions of people worldwide and is continuously emerging as an enormous problem. From using diabetes drugs to other medications, people often indulge in various ways to combat this problem. As obesity is a complex condition influenced by a variety of factors,

why Childhood Glaucoma is called THE ‘SILENT THIeF OF sight’

31 Jan 2023 09:24 AM IST

Glaucoma is also called the “silent thief of sight” since there are no symptoms, and once vision is lost, it is permanent. It is one of the leading causes of irreversible blindness. Glaucoma is caused when fluid, known as aqueous humor, builds up in the eye, increasing eye pressure (called

NGT order on cigarette, bidi butts sensible, timely

26 Jan 2023 16:50 PM IST

Did you know that cigarette and bidi butts are environmentally hazardous? Recently, the National Green Tribunal (NGT) passed several recommendations for the safe disposal of this tinty, but ecologically dangerous waste.Every day, millions of cigarettes and bidis are smoked and the butts thrown. You can see these eyesores on the

Foods that can boost your brain power

24 Jan 2023 07:10 AM IST

Did you know that 1 in 9 adults will experience cognitive decline as they age? We often brush off the idea of being prone to cognitive decline at a young age or only subject it to our grandparents having it. More than 10% of adults (45-65 years) experience subjective cognitive

Time to go beyond the stigma associated with mental illness

24 Jan 2023 07:08 AM IST

Mental illness is a conundrum, and most people have a phobia of even talking about it. The stigma associated with it makes mental illness a dreaded topic. The concept of mental health can be confusing for people to understand, given the social stigma that still surrounds mental illness/disease/disorder even today.

‘No link of Covid vaccines with sudden deaths’

24 Jan 2023 07:04 AM IST

There have been many claims around Covid-19 vaccines linked to the sudden deaths of doctors in Canada and athletes, but this it’s not true. Covid vaccines are safe and effective. All vaccines have undergone rigorous testing in clinical trials and have been tested on human volunteers before being certified for

Maintain a healthy weight and discourage unhealthy practices

24 Jan 2023 07:01 AM IST

In the past few years, an increase in exposure to social media has given rise to the trend of celebrity style bodies, due to which there has been a noticeable jump in people trying to follow fad diets/unhealthy diets, and self-styled workouts, which do more harm than good. While being

Middle Eastern woman with gigantic breasts undergoes surgery

22 Jan 2023 13:22 PM IST

A 23-year-old woman from Middle East, in the prime of her youth, was in great distress because of her giant breast size which was induced due to her pregnancy. Due to a rare condition, her breasts had grown extremely large in size, weighing as much as 11 kgs and were

Father becomes a real-life hero, saves his 14-year-old son by donating a kidney

20 Jan 2023 16:11 PM IST

A 14-year-old boy from Ethiopia with stunted growth and bony deformities was given a new lease of life by his father as a kidney donor at Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore. The child was diagnosed with a condition called posterior urethral valves which causes blockage to the flow of urine. He

Water-rich foods that help you stay hydrated

17 Jan 2023 07:28 AM IST

Did you know we lose eight to 12 cups of water daily through breathing, perspiring, urine, and bowel movements? With water making up about 60% of our body weight, it’s no surprise that being hydrated could be beneficial. Dehydration could lead to disturbed sleep, impaired memory, dry skin, and hair

Robotic intervention in gynecological surgery: A surgeon’s perspective

17 Jan 2023 07:22 AM IST

Robotic applications are making inroads into a number of aspects of daily life around the world. In surgery, robotic assistance is helping surgeons tackle a number of complex diseases. Robotic systems are now being used to manage gynaecological problems in women, such as endometriosis and pelvic cancer. Contrary to public

Three pillars of mental health: Self-confidence, emotional strength and mindful living

17 Jan 2023 07:21 AM IST

Mental health is one of the most critical aspects of our lives, and yet it often goes neglected. We can all learn to nurture our mental health to stay healthy, happy, and productive. A person’s mental health can significantly impact the quality of their life, including the relationships they form