Though we cannot cure Asthma, its symptoms can be controlled by us. Asthma is a respiratory condition that causes the airways to narrow and swell, besides generating excess mucus, making breathing difficult, resulting in coughing, whistling (wheezing) on exhalation, and shortness of breath. Asthma may be a mild annoyance for some people. However, for some, it […]
Farmers Day 2020: Are Organic Products Healthy Foods to Buy?
Organic food brings the concept of healthy food directly from the farm to your plate minus the addition of harmful chemicals, pesticides, food additives and genetic alterations like growth enhancers, and genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Organic farming practices focus on growing vegetables and fruits by following natural crop and cattle behaviours which include the ability to graze […]
Suicide Prevention: Caring for Mental Health and Depression to Fight Covid-19
Suicide affects millions and is the leading cause of deaths and medical emergencies globally. It is estimated that suicide or voluntarily taking away one’s life is the cause of about 1 million annual casualties. Whopping 20+ attempts are behind one successful suicide attempt, which makes it more worrisome. Suicide and its attempts have a cascading […]
The Shift to Virtual Care and Digital Doctors in Response to COVID-19
The COVID-19 outbreak has brought about unprecedented changes that have affected every aspect of life. The healthcare fraternity has greater fights to fathom preparing for an extended fight against the pandemic. The result is what was considered unexpected some months ago has become a reality. Telemedicine healthcare has assumed greater importance for non-COVID patients for […]
Lung Inflammation and Asthma Care – Precautions to Be Taken During COVID-19
“Severe respiratory viral infection like COVID-19 has the potential to trigger asthma symptoms“. The deadly SARS-CoV-2 virus, behind the COVID-19 pandemic, primarily affects the functioning of the respiratory system. It infects the upper or lower part of the respiratory tract including the nose, throat, and lungs and irritates the respiratory lining causing inflammation. Asthma patients […]