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Recently when I was surfing the internet to write something informative and new an article came to my notice. It said that a vegan diet has been found to alleviate the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis . Intrigued by this, I started searching for more articles with relevant information, and eventually, I got the right topic to write for World Arthritis Day (October 12th). In the book,‘This is your Mind on Plants’by Michael Pollan an American author, food has been defined as something that comes from nature, fed from nature, and eventually rot, implying that food comes from plants. By this definition, we can assume that the author talks about a plant-based diet. A vegan diet, a trending diet in the nutrition world is also a plant-based diet. More than a diet, it is considered a lifestyle and there are many ambassadors promoting veganism.  Scientific studies and researches come with new findings every single day. This time, they have found out that a vegan diet proves beneficial again...

“Breast cancer changes you, and the change can be beautiful.”  – Jane Cook Cancer is a disease that doesn’t affect only the patient but also their family. It changes the patient’s and their family’s life in unexpected ways. It turns their life upside down. Nevertheless, we would have come across many cancer survivors shining through the odds with their immense positivity and inspiring others. One of the most common cancer types affecting predominantly women is breast cancer. October is observed as Breast Cancer Awareness month. Awareness in different forms has been planned throughout the month to provide information constituting breast cancer tips , breast cancer treatments , signs and symptoms, precautions, etc., It has been recorded that breast cancer is the second most common type of cancer affecting millions of women across the world.  As a part of breast cancer month, this blog would like to share a piece of information with the readers about the connection between br...

  “Ageing is a beautiful art for those who know to scream colors.”               World Health Organization has observed that the functional abilities that keep seniors happy are developed and maintained as part of healthy aging. The silver community has been taken into consideration due to the rise in the older population. Particularly in terms of health promotion and preventive health issues, primary health care services encounter challenges due to the overall health services' constrained capacity. To stop the senior population from developing more serious health issues, the standard of health care services for them must be raised. According to some studies, approximately 90% of adults over 65 prefer to spend as much time as possible at home. However, additional care is frequently required to make it happen, which is why some families turn to home healthcare services .  Due to its accessibility and affordability, home healthcare is pre...

Can you believe this when we say, every three seconds a person somewhere in the world is diagnosed with Alzheimer's or dementia? But this has been truly observed by Alzheimer's Disease International (ADI). Thereby, to find a solution for this disease and to spread awareness among the people World Alzheimer’s Day is observed on September 21, 2022. However, in recent times, Alzheimer’s Day is celebrated the whole month. Earlier this year, Alzheimer’s Cupcake Day and Alzheimer’s Advert were celebrated.  Alzheimer’s Walk has also been scheduled to happen in October in the United States. Quite recently in India, scientists from IIT Jodhpur and other national research institutes have found a new way to diagnose Alzheimer's. Alzheimer’s and Related Disorders Society of India (ARDSI) has estimated that by the year 2030, there will be around 7.6 million people in India affected by Alzheimer’s.  Each year, a theme is proposed for the celebration of Alzheimer’s day. As a part of it, t...

Introduction: Knowing how to administer first aid is advantageous for both you and your neighbourhood. It enables you to help injured people until assistance comes in the case of an accident or other emergency. Since first-aid knowledge may be used at home, at work, or in public places, a community gets safer the more individuals who are first-aid qualified are there. Getting your First Aid certification has advantages for you personally as well as your family, friends, coworkers, and even the community at large. Accidents and emergencies are not entirely preventable or unavoidable, as unpleasant as it is to bring them up. Making ensuring older individuals are secure at home is more crucial than ever as an increasing proportion of them age in place. The most frequent mishaps involving elderly individuals include falls, burns, and poisonings. Here is what you need to know about first aid if you live with an older senior so that you can stay safe. World    first aid day : World ...

  Introduction :   Physiotherapy is a branch of medicine that focuses on restoring the mobility and functioning of injured body parts via the use of diverse treatments such as manual therapy, hydrotherapy, and electrotherapy as well as patient counselling and assistance.   World physiotherapy day :   The day honours the world's physiotherapy community's togetherness and cohesion. It's a chance to acknowledge what physiotherapists do for patients and the community. World Physiotherapy wants to assist its member organizations in advancing their knowledge and promoting the profession by using World Physiotherapy Day as a focal point.   Arthritis in seniors :   The condition known as arthritis damages the joints that connect the bones. It is linked to joint inflammation and can appear in both acute and chronic forms. When moving about, arthritis sufferers feel pain, stiffness, and discomfort. Osteoarthritis, which develops when the cartilage between joints is d...

  Every day shower million droplets of new trends and innovations. One might feel outdated if one misses a single day. Every field has something new springing up daily. Here is a blog for you to munch on the current trends in the healthcare and medical care services in the senior care industry .   The senior population has been rapidly increasing in India. Among the 1.3 billion people, more people are aging than ever before. Between 2020 and 2050, there will be a startling 320 million more seniors (those over 60), a 130% increase from the current 139 million. As the silver community is increasing swiftly we are also noticing a spike in the business opportunities in the senior care industry.    The number of senior people has increased, and so has the mistreatment of the aged. More than 15 million senior Indians are homebound, making them more susceptible to exploitation, health issues, fraud, and even threats of violence. One in twenty old people in India is reported...

Problems associated with the use of prescription medications, over-the-counter drugs, and herbal or other alternative therapies are more likely to affect older persons. The sheer volume of prescriptions the typical senior takes has a substantial impact on issues with noncompliance, drug interactions, adverse drug reactions, and pharmaceutical abuse.   The aging process causes physiological changes in the body that increase susceptibility to pharmacological side effects. In fact, certain pharmaceuticals should never be provided to elderly patients because they are more harmful than similar prescriptions.   Adverse medication responses are considered to be the cause of between 10 and 30 percent of hospital admissions among the elderly, some of which are deadly. Thankfully, there are a number of medication management tips  to support an elderly loved ones in managing their prescriptions appropriately and preventing drug-related health issues.   Ensure that the senior's ...

  Remember the summer holidays you spent at your grandparent's house? The way they pampered and played with you. Playing hide and seek with you, farming, plucking fruits, teaching chores, narrating stories, making crafts, and whatnot. They would have done everything with you and been your partner in crime. Your parents would have also filled you with such memories. Wonderful memories, right?   But time waits for none. As you age, they will also be aging simultaneously. Though they never tell it, we could see it evidently through their declining physical health. You would see them spending extra time in bed, showing signs of discomfort, being tired, and slow walking as days pass by.   As a person grows old it is normal for him/her to feel tired and seek assistance or treatment. At those times, you might be worried about your loved one's plight. Here is a blog to give you guidance in handling such situations.   By now most of you would be wondering if there is any solu...