Which is the largest solid organ in the body? Which human organ has the unique capacity to regenerate itself after damage growing to a normal size even after up to 90% of it has been removed? The Human Liver! The human liver is a large, reddish-brown organ located in the upper right part of the […]
World Hemophilia Day: What is Hemophilia? Hemophilia Diagnosis and Treatment?
Do you suffer from regular shortness of breath, headaches, confusion, weakness, and red lumps which swell with pain? Did you take these symptoms with ease? We advise you not to take them lightly; they may be blood clots leading to severe Hemophilia. To explain Hemophilia in simple terms, they are clumps of blood cells and […]
World Health Day: 25 most common health diseases around the World
We all would have faced some health condition, haven’t we? While some of these may not lead to extreme illness, lack of proper treatment or ignoring symptoms could lead to major complications. On a macro level, many health issues affect people worldwide; on micro terms, the top health issues can vary depending on demographic factors […]
World Malaria Day: How can you prevent the re-occurrence of Malaria?
Did you know? According to the WHO, South-East Asia Region accounts for about 2% of the burden of malaria cases globally, out of which India is responsible for 79% of cases. Astoundingly, India is home to 15 million malaria cases, with 19,500–20,000 deaths annually. What do we know about Malaria, one of India’s most dreaded […]
National Vitamin C Day: Recommended Daily Intake of Vitamin C and how does Vitamin C affect us?
Who doesn’t like powerful antioxidants in their food? Like the superfood guava, bell peppers, kiwifruit, strawberries, oranges, papayas, and broccoli? What is common in all? We say an immunity booster, Vitamin C, in short! What is Vitamin C? Ascorbic acid, another name for vitamin C, is a water-soluble vitamin essential for numerous bodily processes. It is […]
World Autism Awareness Day: Does your child suffer from Autism? Check these 5 signs to find out.
Did you know? Autism affects 1 in 100 children in India under ten! Autism, also known as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects communication, social interaction, and behavior. Autism is a “spectrum” disorder that ranges from mild to severe. This year’s World Autism Awareness Day lets learn more about types of […]
COVID-19 pandemic in 2023: Should you be Paranoid? What does the WHO say?
On January 5, 2020, three years ago, the Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention declared the onslaught of the novel coronavirus. This coronavirus was the beginning of a pandemic of respiratory ailments. In just about a few days, the WHO announced Covid as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern on January 30. The […]
Rare Disease Day: What are Orphan diseases? How can Digital Consultation help?
Do you know about Orphan disease? In case you are wondering what it is, let us explain. Orphan diseases, also known as rare diseases, are medical conditions that affect a small percentage of the population, typically fewer than 1 in 2,000 individuals. These diseases are often chronic, life-threatening, and have no known cure. Orphan diseases […]
World Thinking Day: How can teleconsultation help us to overcome stress?
“Thinking” is a tiny little word and activity we do every moment, consciously or unconsciously! Ever wondered why we think? The answer is simple: thinking helps us understand and interpret the information we receive and thereby lets us develop strategies to make informed choices. Thinking is essential to survival, learning, and overall growth and development. […]
Epilepsy Awareness Day: How can Epilepsy be a contributing factor to Mental Illness?
Epilepsy affects approximately 50 million people worldwide, making it one of the most common neurological disorders, yet we don’t talk much about it. Why? To begin, Epilepsy, a neurological disorder, affects the electrical activity in the brain and can cause seizures. However, it’s important to note that the prevalence of Epilepsy varies widely by region, […]