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Insight into arthritis and a suggested diet plan
Arthritis is a disease condition which affects joints by causing inflammation, swelling and pain in the joints. Mostly, it affects the large joints (e.g., knee, elbow, wrist, ankle etc.) of the body, though it may also affect other joints.
23 July 2022, 18:00 PM
Are proton-pump inhibitors associated with development of diabetes?
In a recent observational study, prolonged use of proton-pump inhibitors (PPIs) was associated with the development of diabetes. A case-control study from a National Health Service database in Italy addresses the same issue.
23 July 2022, 18:00 PM
Might metformin protect against hepatocellular carcinoma?
Metformin monotherapy and strict glycemic control were associated with lower risk in patients with diabetes and nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. Diabetes and nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) have well-established epidemiologic links; NAFLD, in turn, is a risk factor for hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), which is typically mediated by steatohepatitis and cirrhosis. These findings raise the question of whether diabetes control – or specific diabetes medications – may reduce the risk of HCC.
23 July 2022, 18:00 PM
Anyone can drown; no one should
Drowning is one of the top ten causes of mortality for children and adolescents aged 1 to 24 years old in every part of the world. In low- and middle-income nations, rivers, lakes, wells, household water storage vessels, and swimming pools account for more than 90% of drowning deaths. Flood-related disasters are affecting millions of people worldwide, owing in part to the expanding adverse effects of climate change, and drowning is the primary cause of death during floods.
23 July 2022, 18:00 PM
Physiotherapy in critical care: A neglected part of ICU treatment
Bangladesh’s intensive care units (ICUs) care has improved over time. Medical advances have improved ICU survival. However, critical illness survivors have significant morbidities that require Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation.
16 July 2022, 18:00 PM
Signs your headache may be a migraine
A migraine is worse than a headache. You may feel moderate-to-severe throbbing pain for days. Pain that pulses or beats repeatedly is throbbing.
16 July 2022, 18:00 PM
Improving road safety measures could save half a million lives every year
Improving road safety by adopting proven interventions in 185 countries could save up to half a million lives a year and improve the health and development of individuals and nations, according to a new Series in The Lancet.
16 July 2022, 18:00 PM
Importance of vitamin D during pregnancy
Vitamin D deficiency during pregnancy is a global health issue. This causes neurodevelopmental and immune system problems for the child. Maternal vitamin D deficiency causes long-term damage. Therefore, pregnant women must avoid vitamin D deficiency.
16 July 2022, 18:00 PM
The world is moving backwards in efforts to eliminate hunger and malnutrition!
The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World (SOFI) report, 2022 edition, provides updates on the global food security and nutrition situation, including the most recent estimates of the cost and affordability of a healthy diet. The paper also considers how governments may repurpose their present agricultural support to lower the cost of healthy meals, keeping in mind the limited public resources available in many regions of the world.
16 July 2022, 18:00 PM
Ways to prevent mosquito bites
A mosquito is a prehistoric arthropod that persists globally. Among the 3,500 mosquito species that exist, humans are at risk from the Anopheles, Aedes, and Culex genera. Zika, dengue, malaria, filaria, and chikungunya are mosquito-borne diseases. In the monsoon, the prevalence of dengue fever becomes high in Bangladesh. The hill tract districts are malaria prone areas, and the northern part is filaria prone.
2 July 2022, 18:00 PM
Pollution exposure associated with multimorbidity risk
Exposure to air pollution known as fine particulate matter (PM2.5) is associated with an increased risk of having a cluster of multiple chronic diseases, according to a new study published recently in the journal PLOS Global Public Health.
2 July 2022, 18:00 PM
COVID-19 vaccines are estimated to have prevented 20 m deaths worldwide
COVID- 19 vaccines reduced the potential global pandemic death toll by more than half in the year after their implementation, a study estimates.
2 July 2022, 18:00 PM
Surprising signs you might have lung cancer
See the following symptoms to determine if you have lung cancer.
2 July 2022, 18:00 PM
At what stage does your tooth need root canal treatment?
If your teeth are severely damaged, your dentist may recommend root canal treatment. If you are curious about what exactly happens during a root canal treatment, go through the article, and you will be ready for your treatment. But, first, you need to know what a root canal treatment is.
2 July 2022, 18:00 PM
Constrictive bronchiolitis — A possible adverse effect of vaping
Lung biopsies showed this pathology in four e-cigarette users. Electronic cigarette or vaping–associated lung injury (EVALI) is a well-described acute condition, but we know little about its long-term repercussions.
18 June 2022, 18:00 PM
Beat the heat
Summer brings dehydration, sunburn, and skin concerns. So, during this season, drink plenty of water. Here are some ways to stay cool and hydrated.
18 June 2022, 18:00 PM
Tips for better sleep when you have insomnia
Sleep gives us day-to-day energy. So, a good night’s sleep is best. Tips for a good night’s sleep are:
18 June 2022, 18:00 PM
Deal with your frustration
Frustration is commonly seen in modern times, especially in youngsters and students. Self-harm and suicide, therefore, are on the rise. Here are a few ways to escape:
18 June 2022, 18:00 PM
Urinary tract infection: Facts you must know
Urinary tract infection (UTI) is a common type of infection that can affect any part of the urinary tract, including the urethra, ureter, bladder and kidneys.
18 June 2022, 18:00 PM
Successful Deep Brain Stimulation surgeries performed in Bangladesh
Two patients with advanced Parkinson’s disease (disease affecting the central nervous system that causes tremors, slow movements, stiffness, and walking problems) and one with generalised Dystonia (muscles contract involuntarily, causing repetitive movements) underwent successful Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) surgeries in Dhaka, Bangladesh - says a press release.
11 June 2022, 18:00 PM