Medically Speaking

‘Recognise long-term repercussions of air pollution’

08 Nov 2022 00:41 AM IST

An excessive rise in stubble burning led the Delhi Air Quality Index to very poor, severe, and hazardous categories. The Daily Guardian spoke to the environment expert of PGIMER’s Environment Studies Department, Professor Dr. Ravinder Khaiwal, who has long experience in air quality and diseases associated with it.We asked Dr

Brain strokes, heart attacks more common in winter months

08 Nov 2022 00:39 AM IST

Strokes happen each day. In fact, if you look at the stroke statistics, as published by the ICMR, one stroke occurs every 20 seconds and one death stroke every two minutes, so the stroke statistics are truly staggering. However, there are situations when strokes or types of stroke can be

Food warriors in the battle against cold

08 Nov 2022 00:37 AM IST

The winter season brings spells of cold breeze, pleasant weather, air pollution, and rising flu cases. Children and the elderly are at risk of catching the flu. It is necessary to keep in mind that your body needs appropriate nutrition to boost immunity.Increasing breathing issues due to air pollution and

Surge in Patients at hospital OPDs due to increasing air Pollution

08 Nov 2022 00:36 AM IST

The National Capital faces a “health emergency”-like situation with the air of Delhi-NCR in ICU. Toxic air impacts our bodies in the short term as well as the long term. The air quality index in Delhi continues to be in very poor to severe condition. People in the national capital

Air pollution is a ‘silent killer’, says doctors

06 Nov 2022 11:45 AM IST

Delhi’s air quality on Saturday somewhat improved to the “very poor” category after two days of “severe” pollution levels. The city recorded an air quality index (AQI) of 381, according to the daily bulletin published by the Central Pollution Control Board. However, even this is enough for a young, healthy

Delhi CM to open special Mohalla Clinics for women

03 Nov 2022 17:03 PM IST

Arvind Kejriwal, the chief minister of Delhi, on Wednesday opened four special Mohalla Clinics to offer free gynaecological and paediatric medical care to women and children under the age of 12. He also announced the opening of 100 additional clinics throughout the city. Arvind Kejriwal, the chief minister of Delhi,

An artistic take on raising awareness about Breast Cancer

01 Nov 2022 00:22 AM IST

The Apollo Cancer Centres (ACC) has launched ArtCan, a unique initiative which uses art as a medium to spread awareness about breast cancer. Apollo Cancer Centres joined hands with mural artists and survivors to curate art that educates and empowers every woman about the importance of regular self-breast examination.Through ancient

Early symptoms of Cancer you shouldn’t ignore

01 Nov 2022 00:22 AM IST

A healthy body begins with healthy habits as an infrastructure to create the body’s overall health and maintain a healthy self. Recently, India has lost many kind souls to cancer. Especially after the pandemic, the risk of cancer is increasing among people.One has to regularly do self-check tests, ideally once

Diet impact: Foods that a woman can consume during menopause

01 Nov 2022 00:22 AM IST

Diet is influential in maintaining one’s health or avoiding unwanted health conditions. It is crucial to keep track of what one allows in one’s diet during different stages of life. Women go through several stages in reproductive health, with menopause being one of the most important. Menopause is the natural

Busting myths about mental illness

01 Nov 2022 00:22 AM IST

Mental illness and mental health are conundrums we would rather avoid. They are the things we would want to sweep under the carpet. Let us dust the carpet and bust the myths. Myth 1Mental problems are rare.Fact: One in four people will experience a mental health problem, which means someone

Suffering from Bleeding moles? It can be a sign of skin cancer

18 Oct 2022 00:03 AM IST

Skin cancer, though uncommon, is increasing. It can easily be detected externally by regular visits to the dermatologist. The whole body will be examined, and suspicious lesions will be frozen or biopsied, depending on their appearance. Types of Skin Cancer There are three major types of skin cancer: λ Basal

Five home-care oral care techniques for keeping your teeth healthy

18 Oct 2022 00:03 AM IST

Everyone desires the results of meticulous dental care—a gleaming white smile, fresh-smelling breath, and healthy pink gums. Good oral hygiene is essential in the prevention of diseases affecting the heart and lungs, and is therefore, recommended for everyone. As a result, taking care of your teeth and gums is essential