Health
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and Hepatitis B and C coinfections: is there a cure?
Hepatitis B (HBV) and C (HCV) are different, but they share the same target: the liver. The liver is the body’s largest internal organ that performs many metabolic functions, including detoxification. HBV and HCV are viral infections that cause inflammation...
Can alcohol consumption negatively impact thyroid function?
Can alcohol consumption negatively impact thyroid function? Many people may be unaware of the deleterious effects of drinking alcohol on the functioning of the thyroid gland. If you suffer from a thyroid condition such as hypothyroidism it may be prudent...
Tips & advice for type 2 diabetes patients
If you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, monitoring blood sugar is always top of mind. During the holiday season, however, when cakes & cookies beckon at every turn, it can be very challenging to keep your blood sugar levels steady.
Patient services - The new wave in health tech
Our life is advancing day by day. From the beginning of the human race until now, man has always been looking into the mysteries of the nature surrounding him. Due to these efforts, man can now replace someone’s heart with...
Online prescription and digital Pharmacies
With the advancements in technology and science, the human lifestyle is also changing. There were days once when doctors were rare. Medical science continued to grow, and people started to take an interest in the medical profession. Within the last...
Blood Tests. The DIY trend, its ups, and downs.
Many patients suffer from various blood diseases. These diseases are diagnosed on the basis of several blood tests. Moreover, regularly performing blood tests is an important way to know the physical health and well-being. In most of the cases, blood...
It is well known that exercise is crucial for your health, and one of the fringe benefits of exercise is to prevent and lower elevated blood pressure. First, let’s understand what blood pressure actually means. When your heart beats,...
Cardiovascular Diseases in 2019
Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the number one cause of deaths worldwide, with an estimated 17.9 million deaths in 2019 alone (WHO). The buildup of fatty deposits within arteries walls over time causes these walls to become narrow, thus restricting blood...
Heart Medications: One Size Does Not Fit All
Cardiovascular disease is the number one cause of mortality globally, responsible for approximately one-third of deaths. Patients also, suffer considerable morbidity not just from illness but from the effects of surgery and medications. Cardiovascular drugs are amongst the most widely...