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14/06/2019

WORLD BLOOD DONOR DAY 2019

Every year, on 14 June, countries around the world celebrate World Blood Donor Day (WBDD). The event serves to raise awareness of the need for safe blood and blood products and to thank blood donors for their life-saving gifts of blood.

Blood is an important resource, both for planned treatments and urgent interventions. It can help patients suffering from life-threatening conditions live longer and with a higher quality of life, and supports complex medical and surgical procedures. Blood is also vital for treating the wounded during emergencies of all kinds (natural disasters, accidents, armed conflicts, etc.) and has an essential, life-saving role in maternal and perinatal care.

A blood service that gives patients access to safe blood and blood products in sufficient quantity is a key component of an effective health system. Ensuring safe and sufficient blood supplies requires the development of a nationally coordinated blood transfusion service based on voluntary non-remunerated blood donations. However, in many countries, blood services face the challenge of making sufficient blood available, while also ensuring its quality and safety.

Source: World Health Organisation (WHO)

30/05/2019

5 Early Warning Signs of Lung Cancer You Need to Know!

1. Sudden Weight Loss:
Did you just drop a few kgs without any workout or change in your diet? Just like any other type of cancer, lung cancer can also lead to sudden weight loss.

A sudden lack of appetite and losing too much weight are the warning signs that something is wrong with your body. When your body recognises a tumour, it works hard and spends more calories to heal it.

The medical term for this condition is cachexia and in severe cases it can cause the body to waste away because it eats the body fat for energy.

2. Blood in the Phlegm:
People with lung cancer will cough up blood if the cancer has spread to bronchi. Even though a variety of reasons can cause blood in the sputum, but nobody should ignore it.

Often, coughing up blood is accompanied by other symptoms like fever and pain in the chest. If you observe rust-coloured phlegm without any explanation, then see a doctor as soon as possible.

3. Chest Pain:
One of the most obvious signs of lung cancer is chronic pain in the chest which gets intense while you are breathing or even laughing.

the cancer spreads to other parts of the body, then those areas are likely to be affected by ache and discomfort. If this pain progresses to your shoulders and back, then talk to your doctor for examination

4. Bone Pain:
If the lung cancer has progressed to other organs in your body, than you may feel pain in your bones and joints.

Even though back pain might not seem related to cancer in the lungs, but as per many oncologists, it can be a prominent early sign.

5. Swelling in the Neck and Face:
When the lung cancer spreads, it starts pressing against the superior vena cava which is the large blood vessel returning blood to the heart.

This makes your neck and face swell. If you observe such swelling, then do not delay talking to your Doctor.

24/05/2019

HEART ATTACK SYMPTOMS WARNING SIGNS YOU SHOULD NEVER IGNORE

1. Chest Pain and Discomfort:

• The patient suffering from heart attack will feel pressure and tightness in the chest which can radiate towards chest, arms, neck, jaw or back.

• The pain can be in one arm or both the arms. The chest pain happens on the center or the left-hand side of the chest.

• The pain lasts for few minutes and can occur frequently.

• People may mislead the pain to be heartburn or indigestion. Often bloating also causes pain and discomfort in chest. In women, chest pain cannot be considered as a warning sign.

• Other symptoms should be checked along with chest pain such as discomfort in abdomen, pain radiates towards arm, neck and jaw, nausea, vomiting, etc.

2. Shortness of Breath:

The person suffering from heart attack will feel difficult to breath. The problem arises due to constriction and tightness of chest. The shortness of breath will happen even at rest and increases while doing physical activity.

3. Dizziness:

People experience sudden dizziness or light-headedness.

4. Cold Sweat:

People who suffer from heart attack will sweat profusely and have cold sweats.

Other common symptoms of heart attack are nausea, vomiting, fatigue, restlessness, intense anxiety or general wellbeing.

People most often do not realize the symptoms of heart attack until there is an emergency situation.

13/05/2019

6 EARLY WARNING SIGNS OF STROKE EVERYONE SHOULD KNOW

When a person has a stroke, it means that he/she is not getting enough blood for the brain. The lack of oxygen in the brain kills cells that are served by a particular blood vessel and the body part which is controlled by these cells stops working as a result.

1. Loss in Motor Functions:

When someone is having a stroke, the specific part of the brain which lacks flow of blood will stop working. A person can lose function of an arm or a leg and even find it difficult to speak.

2. Body Weakness:

If you feel sudden weakness in your body without any apparent reason and lose sense of coordinaton; these can be warning signs of stroke.It will happen suddenly and will be noticeable. In such a case, do not delay getting medical help.

3. High Blood Pressure:

High blood pressure is linked to many heart illnesses and strokes. If you see a change in your blood pressure, consult a doctor and go for appropriate medication to reduce the risk.

4. Drooping Face:

If you suddenly feel that your face has gone numb from one side and is drooping. Remember FAST and call for a physician immediately.

Do not take this sign lightly, for a stroke you need medical help as fast as possible to avoid further damage to your brain.

5. Excessive Headache:

Hemorrhagic stroke can cause the blood to pour in to the brain and this leads to a sudden increased pressure on this delicate organ.People, who have this type of stroke, complain about have severe headaches and change in mental status.

6. Body goes Numb on One side:

A person who is having stroke might notice one side of the body going numb. The affected person would feel difficulty in raising an arm or a leg.

If this happens, make sure to head to the hospital immediately without any kind of delay.

25/04/2019

MORE REASONS TO EAT FRUITS

05/04/2019

THE DANGERS OF TRAMADOL ABUSE

Those who misuse or abuse tramadol are at risk for developing an addiction. In some cases, even people who follow their doctor’s directions can become addicted.

After frequent, prolonged tramadol use, many people develop a tolerance to the drug. This means they have to take larger doses to feel the drug’s effects. Along with tolerance, tramadol abusers may experience withdrawal symptoms when they stop using the drug. Tramadol withdrawal can cause irritability, depression and flu-like symptoms.

Undesirable effects of tramadol abuse:

-Suicidal thoughts
-Dizziness
-Weakness
-Sleepiness
-Insomnia
-Headache
-Shaking
-Heartburn
-Panic attacks
-Vomiting
-Diarrhea
-Cardiac arrest
-Itching
-Sweating
-Seizures

In worst-case scenarios, an overdose can result in coma or death. Much like with opioids, a fatal overdose can look peaceful. The users may simply look like they're falling asleep when, in reality, their bodies are shutting down. They forget how to breathe, and essentially suffocate to death.

The risk of an overdose is even more pronounced if Tramadol is mixed with other drugs and alcohol.

28/03/2019

HOW POOR SLEEPING HABITS AFFECTS YOUR HEALTH

- POOR COORDINATION INCREASING RISKS OF ACCIDENTS

When we are suffering from sleep debt, we are putting ourselves at risk from injury. One reason behind this is that we may suffer from daytime sleepiness which can affect our coordination. This is dangerous especially when you are driving or commuting, as there is a high chance of you getting into an accident.

- HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE

Sleep debt can also put you at risk from suffering from high blood pressure, erratic blood sugar levels, and even put your heart in danger of heart attack or stroke. You may also acquire chronic insomnia because of this which is another type of sleep disorder.

- HORMONAL IMBALANCE

Hormonal imbalance is likely to happen as well, especially when your body is not functioning 100%. When your hormones are out of whack, there is a huge chance that other health problems may appear such as weight gain, bloating, mood swings, and the like.

Sleep debt is something that cannot be reversed easily. If you want to catch some good sleep, you can start with getting short naps within the day, or you can start a sleep schedule and stick to it every day, including weekends

14/03/2019

WHAT YOU CAN DO FOR YOUR KIDNEYS:
THE EIGHT GOLDEN RULES

Kidney diseases are often referred to as “silent killers”, which will greatly affect your quality of life. There are, however, several easy ways to reduce the risk of developing kidney disease.

- Keeping fit and active
- Keep regular control of your blood sugar level
- Monitor your blood pressure
- Eat healthily and keep your weight in check
- Maintain a healthy fluid intake
- Do not smoke
- Do not take over-the-counter pills on a regular basis
- Check your kidney function if you have one or more of the ‘high risk’ factors

02/03/2019

ALCOHOL, THE LIVER AND AGING

As we get older and our bodies change, our ability to tolerate alcohol changes too.

The changes you face as you get older are important to understand when thinking about drinking alcohol. Different health issues may develop as you age. You may also need to take more medications than you used to, or different medications that are affected by alcohol.

Here are some potential complications to consider and discuss with your healthcare provider:

• High blood alcohol concentration: As we age, muscle mass is replaced by fat tissue. This means that an older person who drinks the same amount as someone younger will generally have a higher blood alcohol concentration (BAC). The amount of water in our body also goes down with age, contributing to higher BAC.

• Slower processing of alcohol: The older you are the longer alcohol stays in your liver before it moves into the general bloodstream or is metabolised – increasing the risk of damage to your liver. Blood flow to your liver is decreased, along with your liver enzymes.

• Increased risk of accidents: Physical and mental functions (including coordination, vision, hearing and reflexes) become impaired as you age, putting you at higher risks of accidents such as falls, slips or car crashes.

• Potential medication interaction(s): If you take over-the-counter or prescription medication, you should always seek the advice of your doctor before drinking due to the possibility of side effects. Medications that are known to react with alcohol include:
- Anti-anxiety drugs
- Antibiotics
- Antidepressants
- Antihistamines
- Blood thinners
- Diabetes drugs

23/02/2019

Better Keep a track of your sleep hours and stay active.

11/02/2019

INTERNATIONAL EPILEPSY DAY

Epilepsy is more than seizures!
International Epilepsy Day is a special event which promotes awareness of epilepsy in more than 120 countries each year. Every year on the second Monday of February people join together to celebrate and highlight the problems faced by people with epilepsy, their families and careers.

This is a day for everyone, no matter where you are, no matter how small your group or large your area, no matter whether you focus on the medical or the social aspects of the disease. We want you to help us celebrate International Epilepsy Day! Let’s speak with one global voice.

The Day is a joint initiative by the International Bureau for Epilepsy (IBE) and the International League Against Epilepsy (ILAE).

Source: ILAE

15/01/2019

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT IMPETIGO

Impetigo is a common skin infection that often affects children. It is a contagious bacterial infection.
Staphylococcus bacteria live on the skin and are mostly harmless, but they can cause an infection if they enter damaged skin.
Another bacterium called Streptococcus can also cause impetigo. This bacteria can spread from person to person by skin contact, touching objects, or sneezing and coughing.
Impetigo most commonly affects the face, particularly the area around the nose and mouth, but it can affect any part of the body where the skin is broken. This includes the scalp. Impetigo can also spread from the original site to other areas of the body.
Impetigo causes red sores on the skin that burst, leaving a yellow-brown crust. It can also cause large, fluid-filled blisters that break open and leave a sore. These sores and blisters often itch and can be painful.
Impetigo is highly contagious. A person can avoid passing on the infection by staying away from school or work, washing their hands often, and covering sores or blisters with a bandage.

TREATMENT

A doctor can prescribe an antibiotic cream to treat impetigo. A person applies this cream directly to the affected areas of skin. Signs of impetigo should clear up in around a week.
Sometimes, a person may need to take antibiotic tablets. In rare cases, a doctor may recommend antibiotic injections.

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