Not just a gut feeling, way to healthy brain is indeed through stomach
Jul 8, 2024Millets enhance brain health, reducing cognitive decline and boosting mental agility. Education on millets discussed at the 'Gut, Microbiome and Millets' seminar by Celiac Society of India, MSID 111561782. Speakers like Dr Vinod Kumar Paul, Dr Meena Mishra, and Ishi Khosla highlighted benefits. Meenakshi Lekhi noted India's role in global millet production. Dr Chandrakant Pandav attended.
Monsoon in, Steps needed to tackle dengue in focus
Jul 7, 2024Health minister instructs private schools to ensure students wear full-sleeve clothing during dengue season. Various departments are actively working to raise awareness and prevent dengue spread in Delhi. Efforts include distributing pamphlets, radio jingles, and genome sequencing of dengue samples for better control measures.
Old enough to write CV? Get cholesterol tested too
Jul 6, 2024The Cardiologist Society of India recommends cholesterol testing at age 18 with non-fasting measurements for accurate lipid profiling. Dyslipidemia poses a significant risk for heart disease in India, with tailored guidelines addressing unique characteristics. Lifestyle modifications are key for management, emphasizing exercise and healthy diet. High-risk patients advised to aim for specific LDL-C levels. Advanced treatments like PCSK9 inhibitors suggested for control. Genetic factors like familial hypercholesterolemia are common in India. Early detection and proactive management are crucial for maintaining heart health.
1,500 stones taken out from Gurgaon woman’s gallbladder by doctors
Jul 3, 2024Ria Sharma, an IT employee from Gurgaon, underwent laparoscopic cholecystectomy at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital by Dr. Manish K Gupta for 1,500 gallstones. She had a swift recovery after the operation.
How lifting weights can be a boost for your later years
Jul 1, 2024Thorough assessments before heavy resistance training help tailor safe exercise plans to individual needs, enhancing the overall workout experience. Seeking guidance from fitness professionals and understanding personal limitations are essential steps to prevent injuries and achieve optimal results in strength training for older adults.
After 6-year wait, 6-year-old undergoes surgery at AIIMS Delhi
Jun 30, 2024After a long wait, Aayansh Kumar underwent successful heart surgery at AIIMS for Tetralogy of Fallot. The National Human Rights Commission intervened, and a hospital inquiry followed.
Pregnant woman dies at Delhi govt hospital, kin cry foul
Jun 30, 2024Monu Kumari faced tragic negligence, leading to her death and her unborn child's. Dr. Pankaj Agarwal awaits the postmortem report to determine the cause, with investigations to follow based on the findings.
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