Heart defects that are present from birth are called congenital heart defects. The circulatory system of the foetus is a little different from that of the newborn. The foetus gets its oxygen supply and nutrition from the mother through the placenta. The foetal heart does not have to perform certain functions as the lungs do […]
‘Coz 40 is the new 30!
The word sarcoma is derived from sarkoma meaning “fleshy substance” (Galen), “harmful tumor of the connective tissue” and was first recorded in 1804.
By Dr.Karthik Gunasekaran, Consultant Urogynecologist In a country with an estimated population of 10 billion people, approximately 45% of them women, there is a dire need for subspecialists catering to women’s health. Women, on account of pregnancy and delivery are subjected to certain stressors which are very unique to them. Though childbirth is a profound […]
The need to hear the concerns of the little ones.
Dr. Mythili Sivarman Small babies have fewer defences against infection. One of the ways we can prevent infection is to wash hands regularly with soap and water all the way below the elbows before we touch the baby. Breastfeeding also helps the baby to fight infection. Breast milk alone is sufficient for most babies. Some […]
Celebrate National Milk Day with these facts and a glass of healthy milk!
By Saila Sudha Dental pain is best described this way, “Some pains are physical, some are mental; One that is both is dental! The right diet and nutrition play an integral part in ensuring strong teeth and healthy gums. Toothache and gum disorders are caused by bacteria growing on teeth, particularly the colonies of bacteria […]
The importance of breastfeeding the new born.
Breastfeeding is best for the baby’s brain and psychological well-being say, doctors. Breast milk appears to be a baby’s first brain food. Breast milk contains a long chain of fatty acids with a composition that is very much like brain tissue. Thus, you are laying down the exact matrix in your baby’s brain that is […]