Team L&M Back pain, once considered an issue for those above 50, is now increasingly affecting youngsters too. Sedentary lifestyle, smoking, alcohol consumption, lack of regular exercise, prolonged sitting, and poor posture are contributing to rising cases. However, patients delay treatment by taking medication from a pharmacy store and ignoring upper and lower back pain, […]Read More
Health – Wellness, Fitness & Balanced Living
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Rajkumari Sharma Tankha Renowned Psychiatrist Dr Sandeep Vohra is a pioneer of tele-mental health in India. Founder of online platform NWNT, he over three decades of experience in treating anxiety, PTSD, and trauma-related disorders. He also has to his credit the development of AI-driven mental health screening tools like the “Stressometer”. Dr Vohra works with […]Read More
Dr Meghana Nyapathi A placenta is actively involved in transporting nutrients to the fetus. It has both direct and indirect effects on fetal cardiovascular functioning and has an endocrine influence on the mother and fetus. As such, a properly functioning placenta is crucial for normal fetal development and plays a central role in mediating effects […]Read More
Team L&M Tomorrow (31st May) is World No Tobacco Day, a global health awareness day observed annually to highlight the harmful effects of tobacco use and to encourage people to quit. This year, the World Health Organization (WHO) has announced the theme “Unmasking the Appeal,” which focuses on how tobacco and related industries target youth […]Read More
Dr Ps Mondal As World Thyroid Day (May 25) approaches, new data highlights the significant burden of thyroid disorders in India, with nearly 1 in 10 women in the country suffering from these conditions. The National Family Health Survey (NFHS) V reveals a stark gender disparity, reporting that 2.7 per cent of women aged 15-49 […]Read More
Dr. Chirag Panchal The brain is frequently referred to as the human body’s command centre — a delicate, amazing organ that regulates everything from memory and movement, to emotion and creativity. When a serious illness, such as a brain tumour, affects this powerful system, it is more than a medical diagnosis. It disrupts the very […]Read More
Team L&M Dengue fever has become a serious and growing health threat in India, especially between July and mid-November. Recent years have seen a sharp rise in cases across the country not just in traditional hotspots, but in newer regions as well, such as Nagaland and parts of Himachal Pradesh. Experts point to climate change […]Read More
Fats are essential for energy, nutrient absorption, and overall health. Instead of eliminating them, the focus should be on making informed choices and maintaining a balanced intake. By Dr Dharini Krishnan Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent advice to reduce edible oil consumption by 10 per cent has brought dietary fats into the spotlight, with many […]Read More
Blood tests like a Complete Blood Count (CBC) to detect infection and rule out conditions like dengue, malaria, typhoid, or viral fever Dr Abhik Banerjee With the arrival of the monsoon, cases of viral fever are increasing due to weather changes, stagnant water, and poor hygiene. Timely treatment is crucial to avoid serious complications, especially […]Read More
Team L&M More than 1.28 billion people worldwide are living with high blood pressure, according to the latest WHO data. This preventable yet life-threatening condition remains one of the leading risk factors for heart disease, stroke, kidney failure, and premature death. India alone has over 220 million individuals suffering from hypertension, with nearly one in […]Read More