Kidney removal, medically known as a nephrectomy, is a major surgical procedure performed to treat kidney disease, cancer, or to enable a healthy individual to donate a kidney. While the operation can be life-saving or improve long-term health outcomes, it often comes with a period of recovery marked by discomfort and other physical challenges. Experiencing…
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…
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…
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…
Due to the hectic and stressful lifestyles most people have these days, having high uric acid levels has become a common health issue for many. While it builds up slowly and silently, high uric acid levels should not be ignored or taken lightly. If it persists, high uric acid levels can lead to painful gout,…
Look closely at this image for 2-3 seconds. Do you see a shark or a leg first? This image was shared on IG by thespiritualflame, and based on what you see, read the analysis below…If you see a shark firstAccording to thespiritualflame, “You’re loving, caring and you’d go above and beyond for loved ones. You…
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…
In a land as diverse and soulful as India, every destination carries its own poetry, a rhythm of stories, landscapes, and emotions that linger long after you leave. But beyond being places on a map, these destinations can also inspire something deeply personal, your baby’s name. From serene mountain valleys to coastal gems, here are…
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…
