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For Oneza Gite, life had quietly been getting harder over the past eight months. She was losing weight without trying. There were repeated episodes of heavy menstrual bleeding. And slowly, her energy levels dropped. Like many, she sought medical help, but nothing seemed to fully explain or resolve what she was going through.But the body…
An 18-month-old girl detained for weeks by US immigration authorities was returned to custody and denied medication after she was hospitalised with a life-threatening respiratory illness, according to a lawsuit filed in a Texas federal court.The child, identified in the lawsuit as “Amalia,” was released by immigration authorities in President Donald Trump’s administration after her…
What if the air we breathe to live shortens our lifespan? Air pollution is no longer an environmental concern, it has now become a health crisis and a major threat to vitality. According to 2019 data from the World Health Organisation, outdoor air pollution was estimated to cause 4.2 million premature deaths worldwide. WHO notes…
Aspiration pneumonia is a condition that often begins with an unexpected, everyday accident, something most people don’t realise can carry serious consequences. In a recent Instagram post, double board-certified MD Dr. Kunal Sood (@doctorsoood), explained how a ‘simple’ accident can turn fatal by becoming aspiration pneumonia. Dr. Sood explains that something as simple as taking…
Aldi has recalled two popular holiday treats due to undeclared allergens, posing a risk of serious allergic reactions. The Choceur Pecan, Cranberry & Cinnamon Holiday Bark may contain undeclared wheat, while the Choceur Cookie Butter Holiday Bark might have undeclared pecans. Consumers are advised to discard or return these products for a refund. If you…
Experts sound red alert as Delhi air turns ‘life-threatening’ NEW DELHI: As capital wakes up each morning to skies the colour of ash and an AQI brushing the ‘severe’ zone, scientists, doctors, parents and protest groups warn that Delhi’s pollution crisis has now crossed into a life-threatening public health emergency. Despite stubble-burning contributing only a…
Tuberculosis cases are still widespread in India, while lung cancer cases are steadily rising. To make matters more challenging, the two conditions often present with similar symptoms, leading to potential misdiagnosis. Symptoms that are considered similar between the two diseases include chronic cough, chest pain, unintentional weight loss, and bleeding in sputum. Such overlapping symptoms…
A diabetic coma is one of the most severe complications of diabetes, representing a true medical emergency. It occurs when blood sugar levels rise or fall to dangerously extreme levels, leading to a state of deep unconsciousness. During this state, the person remains alive but is unresponsive to any form of external stimulation, such as…
Häagen-Dazs recalls certain Mini Bars due a serious allergen not listed on the packaging. Image Credits: X Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream has issued a voluntary nationwide recall of its popular Häagen-Dazs Chocolate Dark Chocolate Mini Bars due to the presence of a serious allergen that is not listed on the packaging. This recall pertains to…
Halloween season is here, and if you have stocked up the trick-or-treating supplies, caution. Run to your pantry right now and see if you have these recalled products. They should not be consumed as they pose ‘life-threatening’ allergy risk. “People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to cashews or peanuts run the risk of…
