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Understanding urinary tract infections in children: Dr Pankaj Deshpande

December 26, 2012
By conservative estimates, one out of every 10 child suffers from a Urinary Tract Infection (UTI). The problem with this condition is it can often be confused with irritable bladder syndrome or sometimes doesn’t get detected at …

The black dog called depression

December 17, 2012
At its worst, depression can be a frightening, debilitating condition. Millions of people around the world live with depression. Many of these individuals and their families are afraid to talk about their struggles, and don't …

Why more and more women are suffering from heart disease

December 7, 2012
One of the downsides of development has been the increased instances of heart attacks  among women. Earlier, cases of heart attacks were exclusive to post-menopausal women but now even younger women seem to suffer from them. One …

World AIDS Day 2012: TeachAIDS video

November 30, 2012
World AIDS Day is December 1.  TeachAIDS has been universally feted for producing HIV/AIDS material that bypass the stigma of the disease and sex and provide life-saving tips. It has proved to be one of the most anti-HIV …

Make-up – choosing the right kind

November 24, 2012
Before you choose the right kind of make-up, you need to figure out your skin type. Whether you have oily skin, dry skin or a combination skin type will determine your skin regimen and the type of cosmetics you buy. Here’s …

Diabetic Retinopathy: All you need to know

December 13, 2012
In diabetes, your body cannot regulate the amount of sugar (specifically, glucose) in the blood.  When uncontrolled, it can damage various organs. Diabetic retinopathy is damage to the retina (innermost layer of the eye) caused …

First aid for heart attack victims

November 9, 2012
A heart attack is the death of, or damage to, part of the heart muscle due to severe reduction or stoppage of blood supply to the heart muscle. Heart attacks are becoming more commonplace these days with even people in their 20s …

Should moisturizers be used for all skin types?

November 19, 2012
  There’s a common misconception that moisturizer should only be used by people who have dry skins. The truth is everyone needs to use them. Here’s what dermatologist Dr Ruchi Agarwal has to say …

Expert advice: Warning signs of a heart attack

December 11, 2012
A heart attack is the death of, or damage to, part of the heart muscle due to severe reduction or stoppage of blood supply to the heart muscle. Most heart attacks are the final result of coronary heart disease. If a blood clot …

Expert tip: Diet for diabetics

November 6, 2012
It’s estimated that India has more diabetics than any other country in the world, even China. Some studies even suggest that one out of every five Indian could be diabetic. And shockingly 85% of them never get their …

Dengue: All your questions answered

October 23, 2012
Recently, Bollywood veteran Yash Chopra passed about from the disease. Every newspaper in the country is reporting the rise in the number of cases of dengue. So what is dengue? How is it caused? And what can you do to protect …

B-town actresses’ fitness secrets

November 19, 2012
Ever watched your favorite actress on screen and wanted a body just like hers? Actresses put in a lot of effort into the way they look, and have regimes that keep them healthy and fit all year round. But how do they avoid …

Keep strokes at bay by switching to olive oil

October 27, 2012
A stroke occurs when blood flow to a part of the brain stops. This is sometimes also called a brain attack. Although there are a number of ways to prevent this unsightly condition, good nutrition and a healthy lifestyle is …

A diet that can make your child smarter!

October 19, 2012
Your kids' exams can be quite stressful. But apart from getting them to study, their nutrition also plays a huge role in making them do well. Studies have found that nutritious food helps in increasing a child's memory and …