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UTI or Urinary Tract Infection is one of the most prevalent types of bacterial infections in the world. Every other woman is at risk of getting a UTI at least once in her life. Here’s all you need to know about UTIs: Fact 1: The Symptoms of UTIs Have you ever experienced a burning or stinging sensation while urinating? This is one of the most obvious and prominent signs of a UTI.
As per the WHO, “Kidney disease has an indirect impact on global morbidity and mortality by increasing the risks associated with at least five other major killers: cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, hypertension, HIV infection, and malaria.” That is why ensuring good kidney health is of prime importance.
The pancreas is located in the depths of our body. That is why the symptoms of pancreatic cancer aren’t visible until it reaches the advanced stage. No wonder, it is known as the world’s toughest cancer and therefore prevention is better than cure.
The WHO states that about 297,000 children under five die every year from diarrhea resulting from unsafe drinking water, sanitation, and hand hygiene. How you use the toilet and washroom can have a huge impact on your gastrointestinal and skin health.
Lung cancer is said to be the most widespread type of cancer in the world. As per the WHO, lung cancer alone was responsible for 1.7 million deaths in 2015. But did you know lung cancer is not just of one type? Most of the time, the type of treatment is decided based on the lung cancer type one is suffering from. The classification of lung cancer is made on the basis of various factors.
Prostate is a gland in the male reproductive system which helps in the production of the semen. As per a report, the incidences of prostate cancer are increasing rapidly in India and are likely to double by 2020. Here’s all you need to know about prostate cancer: Prostate cancer risk factors- The risk of prostate cancer increases if you - Are above 50 years of age.
As per WHO, every year, there are about 1.38 million new cases and 458,000 deaths from breast cancer. Prevention and early detection are the only ways of battling this disease, successfully.
“Dekho chaand aaya, chaand najar aaya”- these lines from the 2007 Hindi film Saawariya, might have been related to Eid but they are quite apt even for the auspicious festival of Karvachauth. Come karvachauth, come fasting. That is why, we have brought you some vital tips that will help you observe a fast in a healthy manner.
A lot has been said and discussed about physical well- being but there is not enough conversation around mental well-being. Being mentally fit is very important as it also controls how our body functions. World Health Organization (WHO) defines mental health as: “A state of well-being in which every individual realizes his or her own potential, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to her or his community.”
Information for parents about Foreign Body aspiration Is your child having cough for a long time? Is your child’s cough not improving on routine treatment? Is your child having bouts of cough for a long time? Is your child sick for a long time?
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