Understanding Alzheimer’s Paid Members Public
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is the most common form of dementia, a disease that affects the brain. Problems with memory, thinking and behaviour are the common symptoms of AD. Most people who develop AD do so after the age of 65, but people under this age can also become a
Tuberculosis is Preventable! Paid Members Public
Tuberculosis (TB) is a disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection. It is an airborne bacterial infection that usually affects the lungs but can also attack almost any part of the body. People suffering from TB in their lungs can spread the bacteria in the air when they cough, laugh, sneeze,
Zika Virus: The New Global Health Emergency! Paid Members Public
The Zika virus disease is advancing rapidly and has spread to more than 20 countries. Here’s the information you need to in order to prevent its spread! What is Zika virus? The disease is spread to humans by the bite of Aedes aegypti mosquitoes. This is the same mosquito
Manage your health with regular health check-ups! Paid Members Public
Whenever we hear about staying healthy and fit our mind never wanders towards visiting a doctor or a hospital. Although, we think about eating healthy and exercising properly but going to a doctor is associated with being sick. What we should know is visiting our doctor for regular health screening
Stroke isn’t a death sentence! Paid Members Public
One afternoon, Manish was helping his wife clean their house and while lifting some boxes, he felt weakness in his right hand and leg. He sat on a chair and rested while assuming that the pain was due to the heavy boxes he carried. A week later, he had another
Pregnancy: Things you need to know! Paid Members Public
Pregnancy, a life-altering journey and the most exciting phase of your life will put your body through the most incredible changes. You can ensure a safe and healthy pregnancy for you and your baby by empowering yourself with knowledge. Department of Health of various countries around the world organizes “Pregnancy
Let's Pledge for Good Health, this World Health Day Paid Members Public
Every year on April 7, World Health Organization (WHO) celebrates World Health Day. This day marks the anniversary of the WHO which was founded in 1948. According to WHO, health is “a resource for everyday life, not the objective of living. Health is a positive concept emphasizing social and personal
A pinch of salt can eliminate brain damage! Paid Members Public
Iodine deficiency produces adverse effects which is widespread in a population. Global Iodine Deficiency Disorder Prevention Day, observed on 21st October, is a global awareness campaign that focuses on reducing the spread of iodine deficiency disorder and to educate the public about the disease. Inadequate supply of iodine can cause
