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Inflammation is a complex biochemical reaction in the body. When short lived, it can be life saving. But, when inflammatory responses become persistent or chronic, it can quietly damage tissues and raise the risk of heart diseases, diabetes, arthritis and even some cancers. Knowing the difference between normal, helpful inflammation and dangerous chronic inflammation can…
By stage 3, there is a moderate decline in kidney function. In this stage, the buildup of waste products may start to appear within the blood, and symptoms could therefore affect day-to-day living. A number of people start to feel tired, have swelling in their hands or feet, muscle cramps, and changes in the frequency…
Chronic diseases account for nearly three-fourths of all global deaths. Experts say many of these deaths can be prevented, with lifestyle changes, timely diagnosis and management, and in many cases, preventive vaccination. While childhood vaccination has increased significantly, experts say, there are still few takers for adult vaccination. According to Lauriane Harrington, medical director, global…
The directive, which significantly expands the criteria for who is deemed a potential “public charge,” has been sent by the State Department on to US embassies and consular offices worldwide. TOI correspondent from Washington: Foreign nationals seeking to immigrate to the United States could now be denied visas and green cards based on pre-existing chronic…
Chronic inflammation is a slow, silent fire that burns within the body. It doesn’t cause obvious pain at first, but over time, it damages cells, disrupts hormones, and weakens immunity. According to longevity researcher Dr Vassily Eliopoulos, this ongoing inflammation doesn’t just speed up ageing, it also lays the groundwork for serious diseases like cancer,…
Will D’Andre Swift’s “chronic” groin injury force the Bears to make a trade before the deadline? (Image via Getty) D’Andre Swift has been fighting a groin injury since the start of this season. But now, he just can’t push through it anymore. The Chicago Bears have ruled him out for Sunday’s game against the Cincinnati…
Former New York Jets star Nick Mangold, a seven-time Pro Bowler, is bravely battling chronic kidney disease. Diagnosed with a genetic defect in 2006, the 41-year-old is now undergoing dialysis and urgently seeking a type O kidney donor. Mangold expressed gratitude for the overwhelming support from fans and the football community as he faces this…
We often think that if we are exercising (even vigorously), then we are healthy. However, while usually that is somewhat true, exercise alone is not enough to ensure overall health benefits. Not only that, there are some things that can in fact, negate the effects of exercise, and cannot offset it later on. According to…
When it comes to easing chronic constipation, new dietary guidelines from the British Dietetic Association (BDA) suggest that some simple additions to your grocery list could make a big difference. The updated recommendations, published in the Journal of Human Nutrition & Dietetics and Neurogastroenterology & Motility, identify kiwis, rye bread, magnesium supplements, and probiotics as…
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is usually described in terms of numbers: Decreasing filtration rates, increasing creatinine, and changing electrolyte levels. But behind the laboratory values lies an untold tale-the slow accumulation of phosphorus. In individuals with healthy kidneys, this mineral comes and goes without complaint. In an individual with CKD, it can quietly shift the…
