Tag: health

New Delhi, September 20: The side effects of steroids and opioids have always caused much concern among patients and physicians across the globe. These medications would eventually compel the patients to rely on them heavily in the long run. All global sectors of medical practitioners, researchers, and pharmacologists are now witnessing the widespread popularity of Cannabidiol or CBD as a safer alternative. Many patients suffering from a plethora of diseases and ailments have already witnessed a remarkable effect of using Cannabis and CBD in the continents of Europe and North America.  Among all pain-relieving medicines that you have around, very few are Ayurveda-certified. Again, very few of these medicines carry the 100% organic tags; CBD is among those few that have such tags. ...

The event aims to honour excellence and reputation in various fields whose works have been of immense benefit to India. Mumbai, September 20: India’s number one dentopreneur Dr. Bharat Agravat http://www.drbharat.agravat.com  has been bestowed with the prestigious Trendsetter Award 2022 by Maharashtra Times at an event held in Mumbai. The popular cosmetic implant dental surgeon of India’s first Dentech startup, Smile In Hour, was given this award in recognition of his over two decades of service and for setting the world’s first Ayurveda-based natural treatment of Oral Submucous Fibrosis or OSMF — the OSMF Mouth Opening Kit. This award adds another feather to Dr. Agravat’s excellence and to the series of awards they have been receiving over the pa...

September 20: If you think the Dolo scandal is big, you have no idea what the Indian medical fraternity is actually capable of. Here is a novel from Dr Ram Narayan Sharma showing light on the darkest corners of the medical world, who has proof to back up some of the malpractices mentioned in the novel. He has his own practice, and he was also a Covid-19 frontline doctor. To find out more about 10CC and connect with Dr Sharma, visit https://linktr.ee/drramsharma  10CC is a tale of chemistry between a chain-smoking medical intern and the time he spent with his sedative-addicted boss, owner and in-charge of a small town ICCU hospital. His boss makes the patient buy sedatives on the pretext of a wonderful Intramuscular injection guaranteed to provide relief. He pockets the vial w...

By Dr Amit Joshi Sexologist in Mediva Hospital About 35% to almost 75% of diabetic men can suffer from erectile dysfunction at some point in life. A diabetic man might suffer from erectile dysfunction almost 10 to 15 years before he/she has contracted the condition. More than 50% of diabetic middle-aged men are prone to erectile dysfunction, whereas almost 95% of diabetic men who are above 70 suffer from erectile dysfunction. REASON FOR ED IN DIABETIC MEN: There are certain conditions which have to be met to get an erection – healthy blood vessels, healthy nerves, sexual stimulation, male hormones, and desire. Diabetes damages the blood vessels and the nerves responsible for an erection. Hence, even with the required amount of male hormones and the desire to have a sexual experie...

September 3: Mr Health Buddy, a venture of M R Healthcare, received the prestigious International Glory Award (IGA) for the best healthcare company and technology in India. Mr. Abhishek Upadhye, the Managing Director of Mr. Healthcare, received the award from famed Bollywood actor and humanitarian Mr. Sonu Sood. Mr. Abhishek’s company took the noble initiative during the pandemic by joining hands together with Mr. Sood and started Rapid Oxygen Service to help all the needy get timely help at their doorsteps for free. This initiative got them recognized across the whole of South India. More about Mr. Health Buddy: Mr. Health Buddy is a company that believes in the power of innovation. They believe that every person has the right to quality health care and that this is a fu...

Park Endocrinology September 3: In March 2022, Subramanyam and his wife Sunanda, and their daughter Lakshmi travelled to Hyderabad from their home in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. The 73-year-old retired businessman and father of three were deeply distressed and in a wheelchair. After several months of trying to heal a diabetic foot ulcer that had become gangrenous, Subramanyam underwent a toe amputation. But that operation did not stop the infection, and he was told that he would need to have his leg amputated below the knee or risk death. Feeling hopeless, Subramanyam scheduled the surgery. However, one month before the scheduled procedure, Subramanyam and his family decided to seek a second opinion. The doctor who performed Subramanyam’s angiogram told him about the advanced treatme...

Mumbai: The importance of water in our lives cannot be overstated as our body is made up of 70 % water which is why it is important to be hydrated. Drinking the right water is important as it makes up a major part of our body and is a key factor in our wellness. Bharath Agarwal the young fitness enthusiast, understands the magic of drinking the “right water” which also helps in removing various illnesses and to an extent preventing chronic diseases. His quench for making the right water evolved as Booster Black Water, #BetterThenWater, #MoreThenWater Humans tend to drink sugary beverages when they are feeling exhausted which tends to give an instant sugar rush, not knowing that this could have a negative impact on our health in the long run. If we consciously replace this intake with B...

August 26: MD and CEO of Mahajan hospitals, Dr. Rohan Mahajan, is a super-specialist Gastroenterologist (MBBS, MD, DM) practising in West Delhi. He previously worked at BLK-MAX as a consultant for two years, but quickly escalated his profile and opened up his own practice chain, Mahajan Hospital, providing treatment to poor and needy patients. His hospital is fully equipped super-speciality hospital and a diagnostic centre. He is currently leading the hospital as a full-fledged gastroenterology unit and is planning to go PanIndia next year. He specialises in therapeutic and advanced endoscopy procedures. “We aim to provide the best possible care for our patients. To do this, we need to keep our doctors updated with the latest advancements in medical science. The expansion and int...

August 26: India’s Mental Health Crisis has exploded in the past two years owing to the isolation and anxiety brought about by the pandemic. Access to mental healthcare in India is riddled with stigma and promotes a vicious circle of isolation, suppression of agency, and ignorance. The Happiness Project (THAP), launched under the guidance of Natasha Sagar, addresses this growing crisis by making mental healthcare accessible and judgement-free. THAP helps users manage a variety of mood disorders, including stress, anxiety, and depression from the comfort of their home in a setting free from judgment. The brains behind THAP, Founder CEO Natasha Sagar endeavors to normalize conversations about mental health and establish a healthy environment that encourages mental well-being. THAP cat...

New Delhi: The heart is a very optimal part of the body; it works as a powerhouse of the human body, supplying blood to entire body parts through veins and arteries. This blood supply to every organ in the body helps in the smooth functioning of that organ. It makes heart care very crucial. And nowadays, we all observe that even the younger generation is going through significant heart issues, and sadly we have seen many younger lives gone too soon. As we say, A stitch in time saves nine, and the same goes for our health. Prevention is better than cure. Whenever there is some issue in our body, our mind sends signals. We have to identify these signals and get the diagnostics done with immediate effect. Feeling breathlessness while walking on the stairs or low on stamina during regul...