Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is a chronic inflammatory lung disease is expected to be the third leading cause of death globally by 2020 India ranked second in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease mortality rate Women are affected more than men. COPD patients present with breathlessness, persistent cough & wheezing, frequent chest infections PREVENTIVE MEASURES Quit smoking […]
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NATIONAL EPILEPSY DAY- NOV 17th 2020

Epilepsy is a central nervous system (neurological) disorder in which brain activity becomes abnormal, causing seizures or periods of unusual behavior, sensations, and sometimes loss of awareness. Key facts Around 50 million people worldwide have epilepsy, making it one of the most common neurological diseases globally. The risk of premature death in people with epilepsy […]
WORLD DIABETES DAY-NOV 14th 2020

Important Facts Diabetes is a serious epidemic and lifestyle disease affecting millions over the world, and India is second to China with a staggering statistic of 7.29 crore people affected by this condition. 1 in 2 people live with type-2 diabetes undiagnosed, and over 425 million people worldwide are affected by type-2 diabetes. Diabetes is one of the […]
WORLD PNEUMONIA DAY- 12 NOVEMBER 2020

Pneumonia is a form of acute respiratory infection that affects the lungs. Pneumonia is the single biggest infectious killer of adults and children – claiming the lives of 2.5 million, including 672,000 children, in 2019. It is the leading cause of death due to infection in children younger than 5 years of age worldwide. CAUSES OF PNEUMONIA Bacteria (Streptococcus pneumoniae and Mycoplasma […]
WORLD STROKE DAY- OCT 29th 2020

A stroke can happen to anyone, at anytime, anywhere. #1in4 adults will have a stroke in their lifetime.Today stroke is the leading cause of disability worldwide and the second leading cause of death, but almost all strokes could be preventable. More about stroke World Stroke Day 2020 Sudden numbness or weakness in the face, arm, or leg, especially […]
WORLD POLIO DAY -24th OCT

Polio, or poliomyelitis, is a disabling and life-threatening disease caused by the poliovirus. The virus spreads from person to person. The virus enters the body through the mouth. It is spread through contact with the feces (stool) of an infected person or through exposure to phlegm or mucus when an infected person coughs or sneezes. In 2014, […]
WORLD IODINE DEFICIENCY DAY – OCTOBER 21st

The human body needs iodine for producing the thyroid hormone which is essential to control the body’s metabolism. Iodine deficiency can cause Iodine Deficiency Disorders (IDD) Importance of iodine in human body Iodine is one such mineral that is mandatory for the production of thyroid hormones namely T3 and T4. Iodine helps in Regulating […]
WORLD OSTEOPOROSIS DAY – 20th OCTOBER 2020

Thinning of the bones, with reduction in bone mass, due to depletion of calcium and bone protein causes osteoporosis CAUSES. Certain medications can cause osteoporosis. These include heparin ,anti seizure medications phenytoin and phenobarbital, and long term use of corticosteroids Lack of oestrogen in the body Amenorrhea Chronic diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis and chronic hepatitis C Hyperthyroidism Hyperparathyroidism Vitamin D deficiency Lack of weight-bearing exercise Poor […]
WORLD ARTHRITIS DAY

World Arthritis Day is celebrated every year on 12th October. Facts: The most common form of arthritis is osteoarthritis. Other common forms include gout, rheumatoid arthritis, and lupus. DEFINITION Inflammation of joint is called arthritis. It can develop stiffness, warmth, swelling, redness and pain in and around the joint. CAUSES The most common type of arthritis, osteoarthritis […]
INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR ELDER PERSONS-1st OCT 2020

International Day For Older Persons 2020 Theme “Leave No One Behind” The day aims to raise awareness of the impact of an aging population and the need to ensure people can grow old with dignity and to elevate consciousness about points which are affecting the aged, like senescence and elder abuse. The day additionally celebrates and honour […]