Chest pain isn’t always a heart attack — but it’s never something to ignore. Learn the common causes, warning signs, and when to seek medical help.
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Every year on October 10, we observe World Mental Health Day — a day dedicated to raising awareness and promoting action for mental well-being across the world. But this year, one thought stood out:Mental health is not just a personal responsibility — it’s a shared one. We often hear people say, “Take care of your
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We often face days when we must do things that are not meant for us — tasks that don’t interest us, feel out of place, or simply drain our energy. These moments can be deeply frustrating, especially when we fail on the first attempt. Today, I experienced something similar. I had to complete a few
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In recent times, mental health struggles among young people in India have emerged as a major concern. A recent report from Hyderabad revealed a sharp rise in distress calls to suicide helplines, highlighting a growing crisis. Young people are silently battling anxiety, depression, and feelings of hopelessness, and many don’t know where to turn for
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When we think of high blood pressure (hypertension), we usually imagine middle-aged or older adults. But shocking new reports show that children in India are increasingly being diagnosed with hypertension. A recent mass screening in Karnataka found that 7.2 lakh children between the ages of 6 weeks and 18 years were living with high blood
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When it comes to managing diabetes, most people immediately think about avoiding sweets, exercising, and taking medicines. But diet plays a huge role, and among healthy foods, almonds often stand out. Many studies suggest that these crunchy nuts may help control blood sugar and protect against diabetes-related complications. Let’s dive in and understand why. Why
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Waiting outside the ICU is one of the most difficult experiences in life. The anxiety, uncertainty, and endless waiting test our patience and remind us of life’s fragility. In this article, Dr. Vishal Panchal shares heartfelt reflections on how the ICU waiting area mirrors life itself—teaching us the importance of health, family love, and living in the present instead of being consumed by anxiety about the future.
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As a doctor, I have noticed a common trend among the patients: many health issues such as obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure, and even cancers are strongly linked to what we eat every day. Surprisingly, it’s not always the “junk food” outside that causes the most damage, but the items we often keep in our
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We often hear the phrase, “Food is the best medicine.” And if we look closely at our grandparents’ lives, it’s clear — they enjoyed far better health compared to most of us today. Despite all our progress in science and technology, lifestyle-related illnesses are rising at an alarming pace. Non-communicable diseases like diabetes, hypertension, heart
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Chemotherapy saves lives, but the treatment journey is rarely easy. Along with fatigue, nausea, and hair loss, one of the most distressing side effects patients face is diarrhea (also known as Chemotherapy-induced Diarrhea). For many, it is not just an inconvenience—it can be a serious complication that affects health, treatment outcomes, and overall quality of
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