Health

In the current scenario, Lung cancer is shedding its smoker’s disease label, as more number of non-smokers are being diagnosed, challenging the traditional assumptions about the disease’s causes and forcing a rethink among the medical professionals and the public alike. A silent transformation Lung cancer is increasingly affecting non-smokers, with one in five cases globally occurring among the non-smokers. The …

Dr. Sthiti Das, Radiation Oncology at HCG Cancer Center at Cuttack The issue begins with perception. Across many parts of the country, especially in Tier 2 and semi-metro cities, areca nut in its various forms is often viewed as a low-risk activity, especially compared to smoking. For adolescents and young adults, this perception of low risk, combined with easy availability …

We have all felt that familiar ache of indigestion or a burning sensation after a wholesome meal, and most of us brush it off with an antacid or a quick home remedy, assuming it’s just a harmless hiccup in our busy lives. For our closed ones, this casual dismissal can be dangerous. The early, subtle signs of stomach cancer often …

Many‍‌‍‍‌‍‌‍‍‌ people resort to the use of earphones in order to isolate themselves from the surrounding noise and thus enable their brain to concentrate. It has been found that wearing headphones can result in better concentration and performance in learning tasks, particularly in noisy or difficult situations. This is so because headphones block out external noise and users can adjust …

Living with HIV today means more than managing medication. It requires a holistic approach where exercise plays a transformative role. As a physiotherapist with nearly 20 years of experience, I’ve witnessed how structured physical activity fundamentally improves both physical and mental health for people living with HIV. Exercise and Immune Function Research published in the Journal of Acquired Immune Deficiency …

In recent years, stem cell therapy has attracted a lot of interest, and many clinics now promote it as a rapid solution for long-term medical issues, aging, and chronic pain. The increasing number of regulated or commercially promoted stem cell operations has raised serious concerns despite the enormous promise of stem cells. The truth that many non-regulated clinics disregard safety …

Many‍‌‍‍‌‍‌‍‍‌ people resort to the use of earphones in order to isolate themselves from the surrounding noise and thus enable their brain to concentrate. It has been found that wearing headphones can result in better concentration and performance in learning tasks, particularly in noisy or difficult situations. This is so because headphones block out external noise and users can adjust …

Can Meditation Improve Fertility? What Doctors Are Noticing As a fertility physician, I see patients every week who ask one version of the same question: “If I meditate, will it help me get pregnant?” The short, honest answer I give in clinic is: meditation won’t replace medical evaluation or treatment, but it can be a powerful, low-risk tool that improves …

As a doctor, one of the most frequent complaints I come across among different age groups is this combination of poor sleep, constant tiredness, hormonal imbalance, and a vague feeling of “being unwell” even though all the tests come out normal. Research is revealing that a powerful yet frequently overlooked tool that affects these kinds of systems all at once …

Banana is not only a cheap and easily available fruit, but eating a banana every day serves as a natural energy booster and supports overall health in multiple ways. It helps increase energy, improve digestion, heart health and strengthen immunity. The potassium and vitamins present in it reduce stress and improve mood. Powerhouse of Energy Bananas are rich in natural …