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Dr. Ankit Bhatia, MBBS MD in Pulmonology, shared a scary story from his emergency. One person wanted an immaculate toilet, for that they mixed two different toilet cleaners in the bowl. Within minutes, heavy fumes filled the small bathroom. The immediate feeling of breathlessness hit the person. They then collapsed to the floor. Family members…
A heart attack rarely announces itself. It often strikes at home, at work, or on the road. Medical research has repeatedly shown that the first 30–60 minutes after symptom onset, often called the golden hour, are critical in determining how much heart muscle can be saved and whether a patient survives without long-term complications. In…
Image credits: getty images, canva Think about all the times you have woken up mid-sleep with your hands tingling and arms stiff. Just slept wrong? No, it’s much more than just sleeping in the wrong position, it’s a health concern forming right in front of your eyes. When it comes to sleep, most of us…
Sitting at your desk for eight hours (or more) a day and heading to the gym in the evening to balance it out? Prolonged sitting, even with regular exercise, disrupts metabolism, slows blood flow, and increases the risk of chronic illnesses like type 2 diabetes and heart disease. Experts emphasize breaking up sedentary periods every…
You rely on your feet every time you walk, stand, pivot or balance, yet many of the movements and pressures they absorb happen without conscious attention. Research in posture science and musculoskeletal health shows that repeated daily behaviours influence how your feet distribute weight, stabilise joints and cushion impact. Even small patterns, such as the…
NEW DELHI: Communities living around areas in India that witness mining operations are showing measurable signs of lung impairment and heavy-metal exposure, according to new data tabled in Lok Sabha.The health ministry, citing Indian Council of Medical Research studies, has confirmed that residents in mining belts face risks comparable to those for workers directly involved…
Kidney disease has long been considered a progressive and irreversible condition, where treatment focuses only on slowing decline rather than restoring lost function. However, a promising scientific discovery challenges that belief. Researchers have identified a potential way to reverse kidney damage by blocking the activity of ceramides, a type of fat molecule linked to cellular…
Vitamin K insufficiency can lead to Hemorrhagic disease of the newborn, bleeding disorders, bone weakness, and can further worsen existing liver ailments. The term vitamin K describes a class of fat soluble compounds that are vital to the organism. In order to stop excessive bleeding and preserve proper haemostasis, it is essential for activating a…
Dry skin tops the list of kidney disease signs that show up on the skin. In CKD patients, up to 72% face xerosis, making skin rough, scaly, and tight. Since kidneys control sweat and oil glands; poor function dries them out. This worsens with disease stage, hitting dialyzed kids harder than early cases. The itch…
Liver disease also presents with various skin pigmentary changes, which may cause darkened patches or blotchy skin. This is thought to arise from hormonal imbalances and chronic inflammation. There may be characteristic specific nail changes, such as Terry’s nails (white nails with a narrow pink band at the tip) or Muehrcke’s lines (white bands across…
