This article explains common medical terms, prefixes, suffixes, and abbreviations in simple language, helping Indian patients understand clinical vocabulary for better healthcare decisions and communication. ... Aug 03
Air pollution causes widespread respiratory, cardiovascular, and neurological harm in India. Vulnerable groups include children, pregnant women, and the elderly. Prevention requires both systemic policy ... Jul 25
Air pollution poses a severe, continuous threat to respiratory health across India. This article explores how fine particulate matter damages lung tissue, accelerates chronic conditions, ... May 23
Learning the subtle differences between asthma, bronchitis, and COPD is an invaluable asset for protecting your long-term health, helping individuals breathe easier and stay ... May 22
A fever signals that the immune system of a child is active. While frequent fevers are common, parents must monitor behavior, maintain hydration, and seek ... May 18
A cough lasting more than two to three weeks, especially if it worsens at night or early morning, along with intermittent breathlessness or chest tightness, ... May 04
Health effects of air pollution are increasingly visible in everyday life, affecting breathing, energy levels, and long-term well-being. Understanding the effects of air ... Apr 30
Winter is usually uncomfortable for everyone, but for people with respiratory diseases, persistent cold can feel like the body is being pushed into a corner. ... Jan 29
Air pollution and post COVID lung damage pose growing respiratory risks in India. This article explains their impact and outlines practical, everyday steps to protect ... Dec 22
Our health is shaped far more by where we live, work and connect than by medical care alone. Understanding these everyday conditions is key to ... Dec 06
Recognising the seriousness of respiratory disease is the beginning of meaningful change. India cannot afford to normalise breathlessness as a consequence of urban living.... Dec 04
The capital city, with all its economic power and political influence, cannot continue to live in a haze of excuses.... Nov 07
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Climate change is silently driving a public health emergency—spreading diseases, worsening air quality, triggering mental distress, and disrupting essential systems like food and water. ... Jul 29
Air pollution is everywhere, but its link to heart disease is still underestimated. Behind every breath, there might be more damage than we imagine. The ... Jun 23
It’s a Lifelong Trap, Especially for the Youth. On World No Tobacco Day, Dr. A Jayachandra from CARE Hospitals Urges Public to Quit Tobacco ... May 30
According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), there is an alarming increase in use of e-cigarettes among children and young people, with rates exceeding ... May 30
Seek medical attention if the symptoms worsen, if the fever does not break, or if there is a production of yellow or green sputum, which ... Jan 07
As the world continues to battle various respiratory illnesses, public health efforts must focus on prevention, timely diagnosis, and comprehensive care... Jan 06
While HMPV may not have the same catastrophic impact as the coronavirus, its ability to cause severe respiratory illness in vulnerable populations should not be ... Jan 03
While the statistics are grim, they also present an opportunity for change. With nearly 1.4 billion people affected, even small improvements in air quality ... Dec 13
Solving these issues requires sustained effort, strategic planning, and unwavering commitment. The health and future of millions depend on it.... Nov 11
The rise in smoking among teenage girls exposes the urgent need for collective action to address this public health challenge. ... May 29
Last 2 months 200 cases spread across all age groups, but mainly old age and adults with comorbidities like diabetes and heart disease.... Feb 21
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