Medically Speaking

What you need to know about nasal vaccines

03 Jan 2023 07:18 AM IST

As the world once again braces itself for the new wave of Covid-19 virus, nasal vaccines have now offered a sniffing hope to the people. Developed by Bharat Biotech and approved by the Government of India, these vaccines are now formally included as a booster dose in the vaccination program

How to care for your airway during winter

03 Jan 2023 07:14 AM IST

The coldest days of yet another winter are here. How have you been coping? Are you consciously taking good care of your health, especially your respiratory health, which is of utmost importance in this season? The nose and the throat are the primary pathways through which we take in air

WHAT ARE THE LEADING CAUSES OF SPINAL PROBLEMS AMONG INDIANS?

27 Dec 2022 08:19 AM IST

Technology today has undeniably made our lives easier; however, the increasing dependence on the ‘one tap’ lifestyle has also led to several negative effects on our backs, which often tend to go unnoticed. Long working hours on computers, excessive use of smartphones, a lack of physical exercise, and a sedentary

EAT YOUR WAY TO BETTER EYE HEALTH

27 Dec 2022 08:13 AM IST

Maintaining healthy eyesight is a crucial factor in enjoying the beauty of life. Although in today’s modern world, eye health is most affected due to digital eye strain, poor nutrition, and vitamin deficiency. Unfortunately, eye health cannot be improved naturally, and there is no way to change a refractive error,

Addressing dual burden of overnutrition and undernutrition

27 Dec 2022 08:08 AM IST

The global challenge of malnutrition affects a significant portion of children globally. As of 2020, more than 230 million children were reported by the World Health Organisation (WHO) to be malnourished in one way or another. In fact, the WHO 2021 fact sheet on malnutrition revealed that malnutrition was responsible

WHY HEART ATTACKS ARE ON THE RISE AMONG WOMEN

27 Dec 2022 08:03 AM IST

Heart diseases are no longer a “men’s problem,” and women too are equally prone to it. According to a recent report published by the National Family Health Survey, it was found that the overall prevalence of undiagnosed hypertension in women of the age group 15–49 years is 18.69% in India,

Nutrition for women in their 40s

20 Dec 2022 08:45 AM IST

Women undergo body changes throughout life- puberty, menarche, pregnancy, pre-menopause, and menopause. Especially after the age of 40, women observe peak hormonal changes. These constant changes not only take a toll on the body but can also be the reason for various health issues such as cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and

Nuances of tackling juvenile diabetes

20 Dec 2022 08:43 AM IST

India is already known as the world’s capital of diabetes with a vast adult population with diabetes. In children, type-1 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes and can affect children as young as 1 year of age. Childhood diabetes is on the rise, with a worldwide estimate of

Have you got chicken skin? It’s actually Keratosis Pilaris

20 Dec 2022 08:40 AM IST

It is a well-known fact that film and sports celebrities form an influential group in society, both in the US and in India. When international boxer Mohammed Ali developed Parkinson’s disease and Superman star Christopher Reeve suffered a spinal injury with paralysis, both evinced interest in the disorder among common

An Expecting mother’s guide on childbirth

20 Dec 2022 08:37 AM IST

Being able to bring life into this world is a wonderful yet difficult feat. Mothers do their best when it comes to their baby’s health, safety, and growth. Therefore, during pregnancy, they start deciding on the best delivery option for her and the baby. There are different delivery options available,

Long-term implications of arthritis left untreated

19 Dec 2022 13:32 PM IST

Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is a chronic inflammatory disease wherein your immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissues of the body, causing inflammation. In RA, the joints of the hands, wrists, feet, and knees are mainly affected. Typically, the disease causes your joints to swell and shows an array of symptoms, including

Foods to manage weight and Obesity

13 Dec 2022 09:45 AM IST

Obesity is a rising issue in the Indian population. More than 135 million people are affected by obesity. With the growing availability of processed foods, India has seen a surge in obesity and obesity-related chronic diseases like heart disease and diabetes. Weight management or weight loss revolves around lower calorie