Multiple terminals, high congestion, long distance shuttle transfers and poorly marked signboards are key reasons that make an airport challenging to negotiate When exploring the world, travelers need to ensure that they do not miss their flights. Such events can be a catastrophe and completely ruin the holiday mood or your business meeting. One has to be especially careful at …
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Embracing Extra Chromosomes
Individuals with Down Syndrome face health challenges, stigma, and limited care, but early intervention and inclusion can transform their lives. When Arjun and Meera held her newborn for the first time, they marveled at his tiny fingers, his soft skin, and the way his almond-shaped eyes blinked up at her. When his little tongue stuck out slightly, she chuckled, thinking …
Read More »Understanding Urinary Incontinence in Women
Urinary incontinence (UI) is a common yet often under-discussed condition affecting millions of women worldwide. As a gynaecologist, I frequently encounter patients who are hesitant to address their urinary issues, despite the significant impact on their quality of life. It is essential to understand the types, causes, and treatment options available for urinary incontinence. Types of Urinary Incontinence There are …
Read More »Microbiome drives high triglyceride levels
Over 30% of the Indian adult population suffers from Hypertriglyceridemia or high triglyceride levels in the bloodstream. This metabolic disorder is an independent risk factor & associated with onset & progression of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, type 2 diabetes & cardiovascular disease. The current interventions are restricted to generic nutrition recommendations & pharmaceutical approach that has helped to manage the …
Read More »The Truth about Residual Hexane in Cooking Oil
By Sakshi Lalwani, Nutrition Advisor, Tata Simply Better Did you know that the cooking oil you use every day might contain traces of a chemical solvent? Hexane, is one such chemical solvent, commonly employed in the extraction of vegetable oils from seeds and nuts. This process, integral to refining oils, has garnered attention due to its potential health implications. While …
Read More »SCARLESS THYROIDECTOMY AND PARATHYROIDECTOMY
Endoscopic thyroidectomy and parathyroidectomy are advanced surgical procedures performed through tiny cuts, unlike conventional open surgery, which requires a large incision on the neck. The exceptional advantage of endoscopic surgery is that it completely avoids the formation of an unsightly and unpleasing scar on the neck. Although many people, including doctors hesitate to adopt these newer approaches due to concerns …
Read More »Human skin map gives ‘recipe’ to build skin and could prevent scarring
Newcastle University’s researchers, for the first time, have created a single-cell atlas of prenatal human skin to understand how skin forms, and what goes wrong in disease. March 18, 2025: Newcastle University researchers, the Wellcome Sanger Institute, and their collaborators utilized single-cell sequencing and other genomic techniques to develop an atlas and gain insights into the formation of human skin, …
Read More »Beyond Birthdays: The Unstoppable Woman’s Guide to Wellness and Wonder
Priya, a 45-year-old marketing manager, rushing between a client presentation and her daughter’s school play, grabbing a protein shake in one hand and answering work emails with the other. Sounds familiar? Welcome to the world of modern women – part superhero, part stand-up comedian, entirely unstoppable. The Comedy of Multitasking Let’s be honest – if multitasking were an Olympic sport, …
Read More »Understanding Menopause: Navigating the Transition with Confidence and Clarity
During their lifespan, women undergo many physical and hormonal changes. One significant change in their life is the stage of menopause. Some women struggle to cope with it, while few others enjoy the process of their menstrual cycle coming to an end. However, it is an under reported transition, both by medical experts and women who go through this transition. …
Read More »The Link Between Menopause and Heart Health: Why It Matters
Perimenopause is the time frame preceding the menopause. Even if your periods have not ended, you may begin to experience menopausal symptoms during perimenopause. Usually, your estrogen levels begin to decline prior to the cessation of your periods. Research indicates that women are less likely to have heart health issues prior to menopause, but as menopause draws near, their risk …
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