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Diagnosed with Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)? Here’s what you need to know

All swollen legs are not filariasis.

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General

Dehydration In Children- Warning Signs & Prevention

Most of the human body is made of water, so when the temperature rises and the body tries to cool itself by sweating, dehydration can be a real concern, particularly for children especially in the summer months. Total body water constitutes approximately 75 per cent of body weight at birth and declines to about 60 […]

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Sciatica: Causes, Symptoms & Management

By Consultant Neurologist Dr. V. Natarajan… Pain along the course of the sciatic nerve is referred to as “Sciatica”.  The sciatic nerve is a large nerve running along the back of the thigh from the buttocks to the knee where it divides into two nerves which run into the leg. Irritation of nerve roots L4 […]

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Children Mental Health

How To Help A Child Overcome School Refusal

School refusal is a debilitating condition with long – term consequence.

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Good Health,Naturally

The Amazing Health Benefits Of Cinnamon You Didn’t Know

An Indian kitchen is incomplete without the spice dabba! And one constant that most people use (and like!) is the interesting and tasty spice- Cinnamon. Cinnamon is a spice obtained from the inner bark of trees that belong to the genus “Cinnamomum” and the species is known as Cinnamomum verum/ Cinnamomum cassia. The history behind: […]

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How Hospitals Need To Use New Ideas To Change Their Existing System

To err is human, agreed but how accepting are we, when it comes to forgiving and forgetting the mistakes? And what if the mistakes result in the life of a loved one? How do hospitals deal with this scenario? A recent article in The Economist spoke at length about hospitals need to resort to industry […]

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Diabetes Good Health,Naturally

Dos & Don’ts Of A Diabetes Diet- The Complete Guide

When it comes to diet for an Indian Diabetic- the list of Dos and Don’ts are pretty long! Find out how to stay fit while eating right!

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General

Brain Tumor: Symptoms, Diagnosis & Surgery

The expert take on what the layman needs to know about this dreaded disease.