Emergency Response (ER): Timely medical intervention is crucial for saving lives in cases of emergency conditions, such as an accident, heart attack, or brain stroke. However, the biggest challenge posed in such situations is understanding the type of emergency and reaching out to a hospital that is well-equipped with emergency medical facilities for tending to
Cardiac arrest refers to a sudden, unexpected loss of hearing function. Although it can be lethal, getting treatment as soon as possible can improve your prognosis. Electrical impulses regulate the rhythm of the heartbeat. The heartbeat becomes irregular when the pattern of these impulses changes – also known as arrhythmia – whose intensity and severity
Tuberculosis (TB) is an infectious disease caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis. These bacteria primarily target the lungs and other body parts. The disease traces back thousands of years and has caused havoc across continents, leading to widespread morbidity and mortality. Though there are major medical advancements and efforts to combat the disease, tuberculosis (TB)
Introduction Getting a clear view inside the lungs is important for doctors to catch and treat problems early. One way they do this is through a medical test called a bronchoscopy. Let’s discuss what this procedure involves. Bronchoscopy – What is it? A bronchoscopy involves carefully inserting a long, thin tube equipped with a
Introduction of Kidney Health: If you have kidney disease, you may need to adopt a specific nutritional plan to preserve kidney health as much as possible. A renal diet typically limits sodium, phosphorus, and potassium consumption. This regimen cannot heal your kidneys but may support their capacity. When the kidneys fail to function properly, waste,
Introduction of Women’s Health There has been a growing concern over women’s health in recent times, as lifestyle changes have led to an increase in women’s health issues. Adopting prevention strategies like early diagnosis and timely treatment is the key to healthy and happy lives. Therefore, let’s explore the major women’s health concerns faced by
Obesity Overview Obesity is a common condition characterized by excessive body mass. It is often a long-term or chronic health condition that progresses over time. Having excessive body fat may deteriorate health greatly and increase the risk of many health conditions, including high blood sugar and pressure, heart diseases, etc. It is possible to improve
One of our most vital senses is hearing, which helps us successfully communicate with each other, interact with the environment and perceive all sorts of sounds. It is also true that the quality of life of a person may be notably affected when their hearing ability worsens. Hearing impairment affects millions of people all around
Dark Yellow Urine: Urine is usually a pale yellow colour, indicating you are well-hydrated. However, sometimes urine can become darker in colour for various reasons. Very dark yellow urine can signify potential health issues that need medical attention. Let’s explore what factors make urine dark, associated symptoms, how it is diagnosed & treated, prevention methods,
Summertime heat waves will hurt our health. One of the most frequent ailments to which a person may be susceptible during the summer season is dehydration. It’s crucial to stay hydrated whilst the temperature rises and to drink lots of water. Dehydration occurs when our body loses more fluids than it can take in, and
