By Dr.R.Thara and Dr.Latha Srinivasan of SCARF Any disaster leaves people with a great sense of anger, betrayal, hurt and anguish caused by the loss of human life and livelihood. This can be very traumatic for the individual as it hampers his normal coping capacity, which in turn disrupts his daily living. Persons who have […]
Stress and anger often go hand-in-hand, and unresolved feelings of anger can be tremendous sources of stress in all aspects of life . A stress-free life is next to impossible and unrealistic too. The goal should be the ideal management of stress and not run away from it. Converting unhealthy stress into healthy stress is […]
It’s the time of the year when the planners are out and people are itching to start the New Year on a happy and positive note. Amidst all the awareness on adopting a healthy lifestyle, most resolutions, are thankfully centred around good-health. But within a week or maximum a month, the resolutions slowly fade away, […]
A comprehensive research by the India-State Level Disease Burden Initiative published in the LANCET Psychiatry reveals a shocking truth about the mental health wellness of Indians, turning the spotlight on mental disorders and wellness for the upcoming new year and decade. One out of every seven Indians is diagnosed with mental health issues, as of […]
Antibiotics work wonders in eliminating infections and curing the person who is sick. But just like any medicine, antibiotics have their drawbacks when consumed more than necessary. In fact, they do more harm than good when taken when not necessary. Are our children silently falling prey to this common mistake? Recent study on antibiotics usage: […]
By Consultant Diabetologist Dr.V.Mohan and R. Pradeepa…. Despite the significant medical and technological advances made in managing diabetes, hypoglycemic episodes- the acute complication of diabetes is observed frequently. Hypoglycemia occurs when the plasma glucose levels may be less than 50–60 mg/dl. An alternative definition is a decrease in the blood glucose level or its tissue […]
The Whipple procedure is one of the most common surgical treatment for curing pancreatic cancer. But before explaining about that- here is a look at what the pancreas does and all about pancreatitis. The pancreas, often referred to as the sleeping tiger, is an important organ and it has a lot of functions. It is […]
A bulge at the operated site, laxity of abdominal muscles, excess of fat in the abdominal wall or generalized distention, all these mean a ‘prominent belly’ for the patient. Incisional Hernia is a very important surgical entity that needs careful individualised assessment and management, says Consultant General Surgeon, Dr.G.Sivakumar, who explains in lucid terms all […]
CTS affects workers in many fields. It is common among draftsmen, meat cutters, secretaries, musicians, assembly-line workers, automotive repair workers, and many others. Carpal tunnel syndrome is common among computer keyboard users, it is observed. What Causes CTS? Eight bones in the wrist, called carpals form a tunnel-like structure. The median nerve travels from the […]
What you should and shouldn’t do when common cold attacks you.