"Hair oiling can be beneficial for hair health if applied correctly. It helps nourish the scalp, moisturize the hair follicles, and prevent dryness," said Dr Sanjib Chowdhuri, Consultant, Dermatologist, Fortis Hospital Anandapur, Kolkata
On December 2016, Verma donated blood after being told that a poor family from Raipur was in dire need of it. After donating blood, he went to meet the family and got to know that the person who called him took Rs 1,500 for the blood that he donated for free.
The new approach, described in the journal Nature Biomedical Engineering, not only eliminates cancerous cells, but teaches the immune system to recognise and kill them in the future.
A set of molecules associated with inflammation was found in the blood proteins of only a subset of patients with long COVID and not those recovered from the disease, said scientists from the Allen Institute and Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, Washington, US, in the research.
Figs are also rich in fibre, potassium and antioxidants. They can help aid digestion, protect heart health, manage blood sugar levels and also aid weight management
Before donating blood, donors undergo a screening process that includes a mini-physical examination and various blood tests. This screening can detect underlying health conditions, said Dr Ganesh Jaishetwar, Consultant Hematologist, Hemato-Oncologist and Bone Marrow Transplant Physician, Yashoda Hospitals Hyderabad
Know Your Body: You cannot donate blood more than 3-4 times a year and thus it cannot be a substitute for exercise, said Dr C Shivaram, consultant and head, transfusion medicine, Manipal Hospital, Old Airport Road, Bangalore
"Heatstroke can develop from heat exhaustion if it is not treated right away. A person has a heatstroke when their temperature exceeds 105°F (40.5°C)," Dr Kamalesh A, Consultant Physician, Yashoda Hospitals, Hyderabad said
After a single vaccination, VLA1553 induced antibody levels at a level that is considered to protect against disease among 99 per cent (263/266) of participants. There was no difference in immune response according to age, the researchers said.
Dr Nivedita Jha, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynecologist at Apollo Cradle and Children's Hospital in Bangalore's Koramangala, says anyone, regardless of family history and their own health conditions, can develops cysts or ovarian cancer
The cyclone is expected to cross Gujarat's Saurashtra and Kutch regions as well as adjoining Pakistan coasts and is expected to make landfall between Mandavi and Karachi on June 15, 2023
In evolutionary terms, masturbation is a puzzler because, by definition, it excludes reproductive partners and it's hard to think of a scenario in which masturbating could aid survival.
The dose is adjusted periodically. Initially, the blood test is recommended for 1-2 months and later once in six months once on a stable dose. Treated appropriately, there are no side effects as it is just replacing the thyroid hormone of the body itself, said Dr A. Sharda, consultant, endocrinologist, and diabetologist, Manipal Hospital, Millers Road, Bangalore
"A quick squeeze of a fresh lemon onto your starchy foods can go a long way in controlling your insulin roller coaster," Royal Challengers Bangalore's head coach Basu Shanker said
“Some aspects of labour pain are temporary while others continue for a period of time after giving birth," says Dr Radhika Raturi, consultant, obstetrics and gynaecology, G R Hospital, Dehradun.
For the average person, being comfortable with PDA is probably easier without the fear of cameras capturing every second, despite the rise of people filming strangers in public for content.
Women often suffer from hormonal imbalances which can lead to issues such as irregular periods, PCOS, thyroid, etc. While Yoga cannot medicinally treat these conditions, it can definitely help manage them and the symptoms, said celebrity yoga teacher, Anshuka Parwani
According to Dt Neha Pathania, chief dietician, Paras Hospitals, Gurugram, look for breakfast options that include protein, fibre, and healthy fats to keep you satisfied until midday
While many prepare their curd at home using jaman or starter, others rely on packaged curds which are easily available in the market. But, which one is healthier?
“This study adds to evidence around the timing of particularly serious heart attacks, but we now need to unpick what it is about certain days of the week that makes them more likely,” Professor Nilesh Samani, Medical Director at the British Heart Foundation, was quoted as saying by PTI
“B vitamins hold significant importance for our overall well-being. They play a crucial role in facilitating the body's energy production and metabolism from the food we consume,” Dr Payal Chaudhary, Senior Consultant, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Rosewalk Healthcare by Rainbow Children’s Hospital said
According to Dr Neerja Aggarwal, a psychologist, though the concept is presented as a form of self-care, it is paramount to also take into account its disadvantages.
"Guava is low in saturated fat and cholesterol while being rich in dietary fiber and potassium, which contribute to a healthy heart," said Dr G Sushma – Consultant – Clinical Dietician, CARE Hospitals, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad
