Often dizzy? It could be vertigo

Often dizzy? It could be vertigo

Authored article by Dr. Rohit Udaya, ENT & Cochlear Implant Surgeon, Aster RV Hospital A sudden sensation of feeling off-balance or an internal or external spinning, usually incited by moving the head too swiftly or a change in the position of your head is referred to as vertigo. If you experience this quite frequently then […]

The Challenges of motherhood

Contributed by Dr. Ambuja Govindaraj, Consultant Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Columbia Asia Referral Hospital Yeshwanthpur Motherhood is season of realizing the deepest love you’ve ever known, a season of self-sacrifice, self-reliance, sleeplessness, world turned upside down happiness. A big change, but a season, nonetheless. Motherhood is both the best job in the world and also one […]

Narayan Seva Sansthan to launch ‘Paramarsh’ Campaign to provide free medical consultation services to the differently-abled

Narayan Seva Sansthan to launch ‘Paramarsh’ Campaign to provide free medical consultation services to the differently-abled

Amid the nationwide lockdown 3.0 currently underway, Narayan Seva Sansthan (NSS), a charitable organization that works toward inclusive welfare of differently-abled individuals, organising ‘Paramarsh’ campaign from today. As a part of the campaign, Senior Doctors will provide free LIVE health consultancy sessions to the differently abled. The campaign is slated to go LIVE from 10th […]

Bring your immunity to the peak

Bring your immunity to the peak

Authored by Soumita Biswas, Chief Nutritionist, Aster RV Hospital It is important to stay healthy during the quarantine by practising good nutritional habits, mindful eating and doing enough physical exercise. By reducing your portion sizes, adding a good amount of protein in your daily menu, avoiding high-calorie foods and binge eating, you are more likely […]

Digital Eye Strain Affects Children Now More than Ever

Digital Eye Strain Affects Children Now More than Ever

Contributed by Dr. Anand Balasubramaniam, Senior Consultant Cornea, Sankara Eye hospital Bangalore The current lockdown due to COVID-19 pandemic has led to the biggest self-isolation India has ever witnessed. As activities have confined to the four walls of the house, work from home, online schooling has become an instant mantra. Children are spending more time […]

Want to keep your lungs Happy? Get a mask for yourself

By Dr. Hirenappa Udnur, Consultant-Pulmonology, Columbia Asia Hospital Hebbal It is always said that taking a precaution is always better than finding a solution for a problem caused. People take so many safety measures across the world in different ways, to keep their life secure. And the extent of this has no borders, there are […]

Eye-care in the time of corona

Eye-care in the time of corona

Contributed by Dr. Anand Balasubramaniam, Senior Consultant – Cornea, Cataract & Refractive Services, Sankara Eye Hospital, Bengaluru Covid-19 has taken the world by storm and people are still getting used to the new model of living under quarantine. During this time, taking the right safety and hygiene measures to prevent the spread of disease is […]

Mental health must be made a priority during quarantine

During times of crisis, particularly one such as the ongoing COVID-19 scare that has resulted in the entire population having to stay in the confines of their homes to protect the larger well-being of the society, it is natural for an individual to experience many emotional and psychological challenges. These may be either difficulties that […]

Boost your immunity with the right nutrients – a detailed guide

Authored article by Soumita Biswas, Chief Nutritionist, Aster RV Hospital Eating healthy is vital to building good immunity. Healthy foods help trigger the right signals within our bodies and give a boost to our immune system. While junk food is tasty to the tongue and provides a distraction from boredom and stress, it is also […]

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