Health

Change in the pattern of headaches, constant sensation of vomiting, blurred vision can be the warning sign of a brain tumor which cannot be ignored. Brain tumour is a cluster of abnormal cells that arises from the nervous tissues of the brain. It is the irregular proliferation of cells creating a tumour. Brain tumours can either be benign, with no …

Are you pregnant? Congratulations! It is big news that you are going to have a baby. Sharing this news can be a highlight of your early pregnancy and watching your husband, family and friends react is a lot more fun. So, do you want to share the news with your husband and family members in the best possible way? Then …

Though the general rule says that if the wine is kept open for over a week it goes bad, there are still a few exceptions to this, such as in case of dessert wines. But sometimes we become hesitant if we should consume wine or not. You might have seen experience drinkers instantly telling if the wine is in potable …

 Here’s how to take good care of yourself and your babies Authored by Dr. Bharati Kamoji, Sr. Consultant – Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Aster CMI Hospital Pregnancy is one of the most wonderful journeys in women’s life. Sometimes a twin or triplet pregnancy just happens and it can be a surprise for expecting parents. It is common to feel anxious, scared …

A healthy diet is an essential part of a head and neck cancer patient’s journey before, during, and after the treatment. Following a healthy diet can help prevent weight loss, lack of appetite, and other side effects of head and neck cancer treatment. Cancer dietitians work with patients and families to personalize nutrition therapies that help in responding better to …

The fastest way to get Nicotine into your system is through Cigarettes. Center for Disease Control estimated that about 480,000 premature deaths can be attributed to tobacco abuse in the US which contributes to 1 out of 5 deaths. At the least, 30 people are struggling with one serious medical condition which is caused due to tobacco. Here are some …

Contributed by Dr. Vishal Rao, Regional Director – Head & Neck Surgical Oncology and Robotic Surgery, HCG Cancer Hospital Bengaluru Secondhand smoking or passive smoking is the inhalation of a combined smoke from the burning end of a cigarette, as also the smoke exhaled by smokers. Secondhand smoke contains more than 7000 chemicals of which over several hundred are toxic …

The Thyroid is becoming a more acute problem day by day and we can say that because studies have revealed that about 27 million people are suffering from this condition at present. Studies also revealed that even having a mild impairment of thyroid gland can result in cerebral impairment. So, Thyroid is a butterfly-shaped, small gland which is situated at …

At least 25% of people who experience a non-fatal heart attack or sudden death, have had no previous symptoms Doctors recommend that all adults must get their heart checked for calcium deposits once a year through the heart calcium-score screening test NURA doctors are seeing 20% positive rate for heart calcium among people getting themselves tested BENGALURU / JANUARY 11, …

Authored by Dr. Shireen Furtado, Consultant – Medical & Cosmetic Dermatology, Aster CMI Hospital As the temperatures and humidity levels drop, people experience an increase in skin related issues, particularly dryness in the skin. The dry and sometimes itchy texture of the skin is caused by a loss of moisture from the body. People who are already prone to developing dryness …