In a moment of panic after contraceptive slip or unprotected sex, morning after pill is considered to be one of the most effective ways to prevent unintended pregnancy. However, morning-after pills can also bring some changes to the body. What is the morning-after pill These are emergency contraceptives, used as a backup to prevent pregnancy….
When a person begins making more spelling mistakes than usual, typos in emails, odd word mixes, or confused sentence sequences, it might seem like simple fatigue or the result of a busy life. But among the many reasons for such slips, researchers are now pointing to a less obvious one: the earliest signs of cognitive…
Both diets are deeply rooted in tradition and are rich in flavours. The difference lies in the way ingredients, fats, and food proportions are used. Types of fats used in the Mediterranean diet are primarily monounsaturated, while the Indian diet commonly relies on saturated fats. Carb quality and quantity in the Mediterranean diet relies on…
In the heart of Kathmandu’s old city, amid the chaos of ringing temple bells, swirling incense, and prayer flags fluttering in the breeze, lives a little girl who is no ordinary child. She is the Kumari, the only living goddess in the world. Chosen from a Buddhist community and worshipped by both Hindus and Buddhists,…
We are living in the age of the Internet and social media where anyone can dig out the past, present and future of a person. If you want to know what’s going on in someone’s life, just check their different social media profiles and you’ll get a glimpse. Today, even love and relationships have an…
According to the World Health Organization, cardiovascular diseases remain the leading cause of death globally, accounting for nearly one-third of all deaths. In India, heart ailments are increasingly affecting people in their 30s and 40s, a reminder that prevention must start early. Recently, in the Total Health Podcast with DD news, Cardiovascular surgeon at RML…
Grapefruit sounds harmless, even refreshing, but Dr Yaranov cautions that it can change how the liver processes medicines. After heart surgery or transplant, patients rely on drugs that must stay within a safe range in the body. Grapefruit can cause those levels to spike dangerously high, leading to toxic side effects or organ rejection. It’s…
Dr Carmen Fong, MD, FACS, recently on her IG handle, revealed the 5 things she will not do as a Colorectal Surgeon. Steering clear of these can keep hemorrhoids, constipation and other colorectal troubles at bay. Take a look….Use wipesDr. Fong strictly advises against using cleansing wipes, after a bowel movement. Though they may feel…
High blood pressure impacts around one in every four adults in India and leads to over 1.6 million deaths annually. While it can be effectively managed through a combination of medication, dietary changes, and physical activity for many people, for a growing segment of patients, these efforts are not enough. These individuals, despite being on…
Most people blame acidity, stress, or bad eating habits when they feel bloated or nauseous after meals. But doctors say that, in some cases, these mild symptoms could point to something more serious, gastric or stomach cancer.According to Dr Ankit Jain, Senior Consultant, Medical Oncology at Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, gastric cancer often develops quietly. “The…