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Acute Encephalitis Syndrome and Children : What You Need to Know
Acute Encephalitis Syndrome and Children : What You Need to Know
- 19 Jun 2019
- Brain Attack
- General Wellness
At least 140 children have reportedly succumbed to the ‘chamki bukhar’, or Acute Encephalitis Syndrome in Bihar, and over 600 children have been admitted to hospitals to monitor symptoms of…
Medanta Editorial Team
All You Need to Know About the Nipah Virus
The Nipah virus (NiV) is an emerging zoonotic virus (a virus that is transmitted from animals to humans) from the family Paramyxoviridae, genus Henipavirus. It gets its name from Sungai…
World No Tobacco Day – What Happens To Your Body After You Quit Smoking
World No Tobacco Day – What Happens To Your Body After You Quit Smoking
- 30 May 2019
- Cancer
- Cancer Awareness
This World No Tobacco Day, learn about the immediate and long term health benefits of quitting cigarette smoking,
Do You Have Health Anxiety?
Health anxiety is a condition that is led by an obsessive or irrational fear of becoming ill from a serious medical disease. A person suffering from this condition might imagine…
Medanta Editorial Team
Is Schizophrenia Preventable?
Is Schizophrenia Preventable?
- 28 Mar 2019
- Mental Health
- Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a mental disorder, which can affect one’s ability to think, feel, and behave normally and is known to affect more than 21 million people worldwide. While its causes…
Medanta Editorial Team
Myths And Facts About Mental Illness
Experiencing mental health problems, particularly in the initial stages, is often upsetting, confusing, and frightening. In many ways, mental health issues are just like physical health problems that anyone can…
Identifying the Signs of Depression in a Loved One
Depression is a common medical condition that affects the human mind. It is characterized by a sense of persistent sadness, a loss of interest in activities that one normally enjoys,…
6 Ways to Help a Loved One with Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar disorder is neither a common condition nor is it a rare brain disorder. According to the World Health Organisation (data – 2016), India has one of the highest depression,…
Medanta Editorial Team
How to Effectively Manage Mental Health Issues at Work
Corporate executives operate in a volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous environment (V.U.C.A). Their everyday experiences at their workplaces can take them on an emotional rollercoaster of ecstatic highs and crushing…
The Link Between Old Age and Mental Health Issues
Mental health problems can be daunting at any age and no one should have to suffer in silence or feel like they are going to be judged for their problems.…
Dr. Saurabh Mehrotra
Can You Tell If Your Memory Loss is Linked To A Serious Condition?
You’re probably used to making statements like “I’m just getting older”. It often reflects the feeling that common aches and pains are related to ageing rather than any serious health…
Dr. V. P. Singh
India’s Growing Health Burden – Obesity
- 17 Jun 2019
- Diabetes
- Heart Disease
Obesity is a growing health problem in India and has witnessed a steep rise since 1999. Here's everything you need..
Medanta Editorial Team
Symptoms and Treatment for Brain Cancer
- 05 Jun 2019
- Brain Tumour
- Cancer
Brain Cancer is an illness of the brain in which malignant cancer cells develop in the tissues of the brain...
Medanta Editorial Team
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Risk Factors for Lip and Oral Cancer
- 30 May 2019
- Cancer
- Cancer Awareness
Oral Cancer, or Mouth Cancer, may occur anywhere in the mouth such as on the lips, inside the cheek, on..
Medanta Editorial Team
Risk Factors for Kidney Cancer
- 26 May 2019
- Cancer
- Cancer Awareness
Risk factors are probable triggers that may increase your chances of contracting a disease like cancer. Every type of cancer..
Medanta Editorial Team
Oesophageal Cancer – Know Your Risk
- 26 May 2019
- Cancer Awareness
- Cancer Risk
Here's everything you need to know about Oesophageal Cancer and if you're at risk.
Medanta Editorial Team
