Health

The incidence of hypertensive disorders is rising among pregnant women, posing significant risks to both mothers and their unborn children, Dr. Vidya Bhat, Bengaluru’s top gynaecologist, has said. Said Dr Vidya Bhat, Medical Director, RadhaKrishna Multispeciality Hospital, Bengaluru: “About 7–15% of all pregnancies are affected by hypertensive disorders, accounting for a significant portion of antenatal admissions. Gestational hypertension or chronic hypertension …

We are all plugged in all the time, pushing our senses to the limit, in an effort to survive in a demanding, stressful, and ever-changing world. Perhaps the most important of our sensory capabilities, listening helps orient us to the environment and serves as a means of communication between individuals. Listening happens at home, during the commute, and at the …

Cancer is a leading cause of death worldwide. Having said that, many cancers can be cured if detected early and treated effectively. An intracranial tumour, also known as a brain tumour, is an abnormal mass of tissue in which cells proliferate and reproduce out of control, appearing to be unaffected by the systems that regulate normal cells. Types of Brain …

A period is never an easy experience. If you do not have cramps, you are probably trying to protect yourself during your heavier days. Some women are only able to use a pad or a tampon, while others have to double up, changing them frequently. If you have to deal with this every month, you probably want to know if …

As the world has once again normalized and many people are now working from the office. However, a majority of people continue to work from home (WFH) or follow a hybrid working format. Due to this rising culture of remote working, many people have been reporting severe back pain and neck issues. So to prevent your spine from the harmful …

  Cancer is a serious disease that occurs when abnormal cells grow uncontrollably in the body. There are many types of cancer, and it can affect anyone regardless of age, gender, or ethnicity. Skin cancer is a prevalent ailment that affects millions of people worldwide. It is an abnormal growth of cells that begins to develop on the skin’s surface, …

Experts advocate continued use of certified masks and preventive hygiene at all times After a lull of almost a year, the dreaded COVID-19 is witnessing an active spike in cases, this uptick has come around a time when we were already dealing with the H3N2 influenza infection. While we face this double risk of infection, experts warn that we need …

Called by many names like, wear-and-tear arthritis, degenerative arthritis, Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease that affects millions of people worldwide. It is a chronic condition that can cause pain, stiffness, and inflammation in the joints. Osteoarthritis can occur in any joint, but it is most commonly found in the hands, knees, hips, and spine. Among a leading cause of …

Bronchial asthma, commonly known as just asthma, is a chronic respiratory condition that causes inflammation and narrowing of the airways in the lungs. This can make it difficult to breathe and result in symptoms such as coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, and chest tightness. Asthma can be triggered by a variety of factors, including allergens (such as pollen or pet …

A workplace can be a significant source of exposure to harmful substances, including those chemical substances that may lead to cancer. Among the organs of the body that can be affected by workplace exposures, nose and sinuses are particularly vulnerable. Nose and paranasal sinus cancer is a severe and rare type of cancer that affects the nasal cavity and surrounding …