Guwahati: Though a brain attack (stroke) may manifest at any age, people above 55 years, both males and females, are vulnerable to strokes, health experts conveyed. Presently, after 55 years of age, one in every five females and one in every six males is susceptible to strokes, stated the HoD of neurosurgery at GMCH, Dr…
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), stroke is a leading cause of death and disability in India and worldwide, with approximately 15 million people affected annually. As a neurologist, I highlight the importance of understanding and reducing stroke risk through essential lifestyle modification.Factors like age, sex and genetics, are beyond our control. Many modifiable…
India has the dubious distinction of being the heart disease and diabetes capital of the world. Heart disease is the leading cause of death, and what’s most worrying is it strikes Indians, during the prime years of their life. The cardiovascular disease epidemic in Indians is characterized by a higher relative risk burden, an earlier…
Influenza, more commonly known as the flu, is a contagious respiratory illness caused by the influenza virus. It primarily presents with symptoms such as fever, runny nose, sore throat, muscle aches (myalgia), nasal congestion, cough, headache, dizziness, malaise, and fatigue. While generally uncomplicated, flu can lead to complications if left untreated, especially in individuals with…