Cancer

PSA Test: When to do and What it means for You

PSA stands for Prostate Specific Antigen. It is a blood test primarily performed for screening prostate cancer. This test measures the quantity of prostate specific antigen in your blood. Initially, this test was approved by the FDA to monitor the progress of the disease in men already diagnosed with prostate cancer. However, since a few years, FDA approved the PSA test along with digital rectal examination to test asymptomatic men for prostate cancer.

June 4, 2017

Nutrition

Super-foods to Overcome a Hangover

Itäó»s celebration time all over the world as Christmas and New Yearäó»s eve are just round the corner. Everyone is looking forward to having a gala time with friends and family. All one wants to do is eat, drink, celebrate, and party like crazy. When the party mode is on, no one keeps the tab of alcohol consumed. It is the next day when you are down with nausea, vomiting, fatigue, dizziness, headache, dehydration, etc. the symptoms of hangover, you realize how hard you partied. Hangover can be a like a bad nightmare, and all you want is to get over it, so here is the list of foods that will help you.

June 4, 2017

Heart

8 Diet Tips to remember after a Cardiac Bypass Surgery

Coronary heart disease is characterised by narrowing of arteries that supply blood to the heart. The surgery performed to bypass this narrowed segment of coronary artery is known as a coronary bypass surgery. The procedure restores blood supply to the heart tissues by opening up the blocked artery in your heart. The recovery period after surgery requires commitment to adopting a healthier lifestyle, which includes quitting smoking, eating healthy, and regular exercise.

June 4, 2017

Heart

6 Fitness tricks to follow post Bypass Surgery

Coronary artery bypass grafting commonly known as open heart surgery is performed to treat blocked arteries after a heart attack or for heart valve repair. This is also advised when other therapeutic options such as angioplasty and stenting are not easily accessible or viable.

June 4, 2017

Cancer

Prostate Cancer: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

Prostate gland is a walnut-sized organ located below the urinary bladder that surrounds the upper part of the tube called urethra. This gland is a part of the male reproductive system and produces most of the content of the semen that carries sperms. Prostate cancer is a major condition that only affects men. This is one of the most common types of cancer after skin cancer in the US. According to a study, 1 in 7 men is diagnosed with prostate cancer during their lifetime and usually occurs in older men 65 years and above. No symptoms are seen in the initial stages, whereas advanced cases may only show frequent or weakened urination in men as the only symptom.

June 4, 2017

Infant Care

Spotting Sepsis In Children: Signs, Causes And How To Treat It

Sepsis is a type of condition that occurs when the way a body reacts to infections becomes dangerous for its own good. In this life threatening condition, the body starts creating injuries for its own tissues and organs instead of fighting off the outside infection.

June 4, 2017

Cancer

How You Can Spot Skin Cancer From Your Moles

While all of us have moles on our skin, there are some that can turn cancerous and lead to possible threats. A mole is nothing but the growth of cells known as melanocytes that are responsible for giving the skin its colour. Melanoma skin cancer is the type of skin cancer that starts in the melanocytes of the skin.

June 4, 2017

Elder Care

Elderly Home Care: Tools And Safety Aids

Falls are one of the biggest causes of injury in senior citizens that can lead to grievous harm and may even cause disability. In severe cases, a fall can also be fatal.

June 4, 2017

Top Dos And Don'ts For Paralysis Home Care

Elder Care

Elderly Home Care: Finding The Perfect Provider For Your Needs

Once you realize that your elderly loved one needs home care, the next step is to find the perfect home care provider that will suit your needs and preferences.

June 4, 2017

Nursing

Understanding The Difference Between A Brain Haemorrhage And Stroke

Understanding The Difference Between A Brain Haemorrhage And Stroke
In many cases, the terms äóÖstrokeäó» and äóÖbrain haemorrhageäó» may sound similar and may seem to be used interchangeably, but there is a major difference between the two.

June 4, 2017

Neuro

Brain Injury Recovery

Brain Injury Recovery
A traumatic brain injury, or TBI, is a type of injury in which your brain suffers through some form of damage because of some external force. It could be due to a vehicle accident, due to any would sustained to the head during a sport or a fight or through any other physical incident, or injury that is sustained to the head as a result of a fall.

June 4, 2017

Neuro

Brain Stroke Treatment

Brain Stroke Treatment
The treatment for stroke will depend entirely on the type of stroke a patient has suffered from. A stroke is a medical emergency and the patient should be taken to the nearby medical facility immediately. In many cases, treatment will also depend on how much time has lapsed between the time the patient suffered the stroke and the time the treatment actually begins.

June 4, 2017

Nursing

Myths and Facts about Blood Donation

Myth-1 : Donating blood makes me feel low.

June 3, 2017

Nutrition

8 Reasons To Eat Quinoa

Quinoa has gained a lot of popularity in recent years, although it has been cultivated since ages. It is a grain crop related to the spinach family. When cooked it does not have an overwhelming taste and blends with the other ingredients. It supersedes the nutritive value of all other grains, and hence, can even be termed as a supergrain. Here are some of the major health benefits of quinoa, which will persuade you to inculcate this superfood in your diet.

June 3, 2017

Nutrition

5 Delicious Natural Homemade Teas That Will Boost Your Health

Mint to fight nausea, turmeric to detox, ginger to beat cold and cough, chamomile to fight stress, lavender for relaxation, Indian masala for immunity, vitamin C tea for cold.

June 2, 2017

Dementia

5 Benefits Of Hiring A Professional Caregiver For A Dementia Patient

Timely medication and care, less frustration and guilt, an experienced and methodical approach towards the patient and regular updates to the doctor are some of the benefits of a caregiver.

June 2, 2017

Dementia

12 Tips To Deal With A Dementia Patient

Providing a calm environment, reading body language, speaking in clear and short sentences, using simple language, treating the patient with dignity and controlling your frustration can help in dementia care.

June 2, 2017

Dementia

Diagnosing Dementia

Dementia is not a disease in itself, but it is a broader term for a host of mental health issues that are often connected with the loss of memory and other cognitive abilities.ŒæA person who suffers from dementia may often find it hard to carry on day to day tasks and activities. While there is no known cure for dementia, diagnosing the condition on time and taking the necessary steps can help contain the condition, and make it easier for the patient to adapt.

June 2, 2017

Uncategorized

Top 8 Signs Of Dementia You Need To Be Watchful About

Memory lapse, speech difficulty, problems in concentration, inability to remember names and faces, disorientation, mood swings, problems with organisational skills, judgement and reasoning difficulties are some of the earliest signs.

June 2, 2017

Dementia

Tips For Dementia Care At Home

From feeding to taking care of medication, from helping with dressing up to communicating, taking care of hygiene and more, follow these home care tips to help someone with dementia.

June 2, 2017

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