For mothers, pregnancy is one of the most fulfilling experiences as they bring new life into the world. However, motherhood can also be full of unexpected bumps as the medical procedure may become complicated and require greater financial resources. Both pre and post-birth expenses can be challenging as you may need large sums of money…
Women fit at 40 and beyond: Challenges, prevention and wellness
August 2, 2020By S.N. Tejaswini, Associate Professor, JSS College of Physiotherapy Women experience unique healthcare challenges and are more likely to be diagnosed with certain unique diseases compared to men. 38 percent of women suffer from one or more chronic diseases, compared to 30 percent of men. As women grow older their health needs change and starts…
Apart from ragi, mix of natural roots, fruits helps develop immunity
April 13, 2020Mysore/Mysuru: Although there is no disputing the fact that consumption of ragi-based food helps in developing immunity against diseases, several food experts have suggested that it is equally important to look at other natural foods for improving body immunity. With COVID-19 pandemic creating havoc across the globe, ragi, a staple food of Southern Karnataka, is…
Hearty talk…
September 28, 2019Like many men in Indian families, I too come from a not so proud line of men with clogged arteries. Luckily, I am yet to be clogged. But like many Indians, I too have thrown caution to the winds and succumbed to culinary charms. For most of my life, I have had an intense and…
Heart-Healthy: Mysuru emerges as Heart Care Destination
September 28, 2019By S.N. Venkatnag Sobers Cardio Vascular Diseases (CVD) is a leading cause of death and disability in the world, claiming 17.9 million lives a year. World Heart Day, observed on Sept. 29 every year, plays a crucial role in changing all of this. It is a vital global platform to create awareness and encourage individuals,…
Health is Wealth
May 30, 2019By N.K.A. Ballal, Retd. Sr. Vice-President, ITDC A simple story: A woman came out of her house and saw three old men with long white beards sitting in front of her yard. She did not recognise them and said “I do not think I know you but you look famished and hungry. Please come in…
World Health Day today: Universal Health through Primary Health Care
April 7, 2019By Dr. B.R. Pai World Health Organisation (WHO) looks to change the health and wellness world scenario and raise public awareness and consciousness with its World Health Day on Apr. 7 every year. This year, the theme Universal Health Coverage was retained with special emphasis on Primary Health Care; the reason being that while Universal…
Fat is good if you want corrective surgery
December 5, 2018By Dr. H.V. Satish, Consultant – Plastic & Cosmetic Surgeon, Apollo BGS Hospitals, Mysuru Fat is a word that evokes different ideas and emotions. It can be attractive on a child’s cheek or irritating on a teen’s waist. In excess, it is dangerous. But now, it can be used to make you more beautiful too!…
Mayor invited to New Hampshire to promote health, yoga tourism
April 8, 2018Mysuru: Mayor B. Bhagyavathi has been invited to Nashua City in New Hampshire, USA and her counterpart John Donchess is likely to visit Mysuru to promote it as health tourism and yoga destination. NIMHANS Director Prof. B.N. Gangadhar is also actively involved in this, with the active participation of Mysore Chamber of Commerce and Industry…
Health camp
February 27, 2017JSS Hospital, Mysuru, has organised a free health check-up camp for beneficiaries of Vajpayee Arogyashree scheme on Feb. 28 between 10 am and 2 pm at Chamarajanagar District Hospital. For details, contact Mob: 89708-27173. Minister lays foundation stone for Varuna, Biligere Police Stations Mysuru, Feb.27- Observing that Police Stations will help people become law abiding…
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