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10 health benefits of ginger

May 2, 2013
Ginger, with its strong and spicy aroma, has its own place in Indian cuisine. It may be used fresh or dried, powdered or pickled or in the form of juice or oil.  Ginger tea, the classic Indian household favourite, is the most …

5 reasons the summer could be tough on you

March 19, 2013
The sweltering heat might not be the only problem you are likely to have this summer. The heat brings with it a host of easily avoidable conditions that you must know about. Here are the 5 reasons the summer could be tough on …

Lightning – a cause for headache!

January 25, 2013
A new research by the University of Cincinnati (UC) says that lightning may increase the risk of headache and migraines. Vincent Martin, professor of general internal medicine and his son Geoffrey Martin, medical student, who …

Migraine: Facts you should know

January 15, 2013
One of the most nagging headaches, Migraine is episodic (occurs anywhere from once or twice a year to 1-4 times a month) in nature. It is associated with accompanying symptoms like vomiting, blurring of vision etc.  Some …

Aurbindo Pharma gets USFDA nod for migraine drug Rizatriptan

January 2, 2013
Good news  for people who suffer from Migraine. A new drug for acute treatment of migraine, Rizatriptan Benzoate, manufactured by Aurobindo Pharma has got the final USFDA nod and is ready for launch. It is to be made available …

Headaches – why you should take them more seriously

December 10, 2012
Every head has its own headache. - Arab Proverb In the literal sense, a headache is a nervous system disorder that refers to pain felt in the head region - above the eyes and ears as well as back of the head and upper neck. …

Popping too many painkillers can lead to headaches

September 20, 2012
Over a million people in Britain could be suffering from constant and crippling headaches because of taking too many painkillers, according to experts. According to the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence …

What your eyes could indicate about your health

October 1, 2012
There is a road from the eye to heart that does not go through the intellect. - G. K. Chesterton Eyes have inspired poetry and philosophy for time immemorial and are arguably the most attractive human facial feature. The …

Could migraines cause decreased brain function ?

August 13, 2012
A new study has now found that migraines are not associated with cognitive decline. This new study rubbishes the findings by earlier studies that showed migraines to be linked to increased stroke risk and structural brain …

Is it a Migraine? (Video)

September 11, 2012
Sometimes a headache can be so intense, that we term it as a migraine. But what is a migraine? And how is it different from a normal headache? Watch this video to find out what a migraine is, and how to manage it. Usually if you …

‘Brain freeze’ phenomenon may now help treat headaches

April 24, 2012
Eating ice cream or really chilled soft drinks can trigger crushing headaches in some people, momentarily freezing the brain. New insight into how this happens could open the way for new treatment of other types of headaches, …

Energy saving CFLs – how they affect your health

April 20, 2012
Energy saving light bulbs are easy on your purse but they may be deadly for your health as they emit cancer causing chemicals when switched on. Scientists have warned that they should not be left on for long periods or be …

AIIMS to observe brain awareness week from April 9

April 2, 2012
The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) here will observe a brain awareness week, starting April 9, which will have a series of public awareness lectures on headache, migraine, stroke, prevention of head injury and …

Treatment and self-care for Migraine

May 8, 2012
How can I get relief from Migraine? What is the treatment for Migraine? Resting in a darkened room without any noise often reduces the severity of symptoms. Put a cold compress over your forehead. Massage your scalp using a lot …