Valvular heart disease is a condition where the heart’s valves don’t work correctly. For those living with this condition, daily life can often be challenging. Tasks that seem ordinary, such as climbing stairs, walking the dog, or carrying groceries, can leave them feeling breathless and exhausted. Simply put, their heart struggles to maintain the regular […]
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As the warm sun kisses our skin during long summer days, it’s hard to resist the allure of basking in its glow. However, prolonged exposure to the sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays can take a toll on our skin, leading to sunburns or other sun damage. Uneven pigmentation, fine lines, wrinkles, sunburns and a dull […]
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It’s incredible to think about how far we’ve come in the world of eye care. With today’s advancements, those who once had to rely on glasses or contact lenses can say goodbye to them. One such wonder is laser eye surgery. There are various types of laser eye surgery that have revolutionised the way we […]
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In the intricate system that is the human body, the majority of bodily functions are connected, either directly or indirectly, in a cause-and-effect manner. Take, for example, Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) and Type 2 Diabetes. These are two conditions that, at first glance, may seem unrelated. PCOS affects the ovaries and hormone levels in women, […]
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GERD, or Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, is a condition where stomach acid frequently flows back into the esophagus, the tube connecting the mouth and stomach. This backwash can irritate the lining of the esophagus. For those dealing with GERD, day-to-day life can be a struggle. Imagine a volcano in your chest, with acid bubbling up and […]
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The complexity of SIBO often goes unnoticed in daily routines. Regular bloating, frequent constipation or bouts of diarrhoea, uncomfortable abdominal pain during meals, along with non-digestive symptoms such as chronic fatigue, joint pain, headaches, and unintentional weight loss, often mask the symptoms of Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth. Let’s delve a little deeper into the causes […]
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We’ve all seen it time and time again — the stark message staring at us across billboards, packaging, and TV screens: “Cigarette smoking is injurious to health”. But how often do we stop to think about the actual import of this statement? Most of us are well aware of the respiratory ailments linked to smoking, […]
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The climate drift or climate change narrative is often laced with a sense of impending doom, and rightly so. However, it’s vital that we shift our focus from merely understanding the environmental factors at play to actively considering their health impact on our lives. From air pollution to water quality, from vector-borne diseases to extreme […]
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Embarking on the journey towards a kidney transplant is a profoundly hopeful step towards transitioning from a life of limitations to one filled with new promises. At the same time, it’s crucial to understand the various stages one would encounter while preparing for a kidney transplant. In this respect, we’ll discuss seven key areas to […]
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Kidney transplant surgery is a life-changing procedure that offers a new lease on life for individuals suffering from life-threatening kidney diseases. The benefits of this surgery can be vast, with the potential to drastically improve the patient’s quality of life by liberating them from the limitations of dialysis. However, we should consider the risks and […]
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