One of the most important things to know about cervical cancer is that women may not realise they have it until a later stage when the symptoms are more pronounced. Cervical cancer is usually asymptomatic in early stages. “If cervical cancer is in its early stage, it doesn’t … [Read more...] about Cervical cancer: Signs you may have it
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Five cervical cancer facts all women should know
The fourth most common cancer in women, cervical cancer develops in the cells lining the cervix, the lower end of the uterus that forms a canal between the uterus and vagina. Cervical cancer is mainly caused by the high-risk human papillomaviruses (HPV), a common virus … [Read more...] about Five cervical cancer facts all women should know
What causes joint pain and why it impacts more women
Arthritis, especially osteoarthritis, is one of the most common causes of joint pain, but it can also be caused by infection, injury, and conditions like lupus, fibromyalgia, or even cancer. Even though joint pain and arthritis is associated with older people, an increasing … [Read more...] about What causes joint pain and why it impacts more women
Plant-based diet including soy eases menopause symptoms: Study
Hot flashes making you miserable? A low-fat plant-based diet with a dash of soybeans can help. A new study has found that it reduces moderate-to-severe hot flashes by 84% to fewer than one per day, down from about five, in postmenopausal women. During the 12-week study, … [Read more...] about Plant-based diet including soy eases menopause symptoms: Study
Lifestyle factors like obesity and diet impact menopausal symptoms, says epidemiologist
Eating healthy, exercising, and maintaining a healthy weight and body mass index (BMI), can impact menopausal symptoms, as well as women’s future health, says Dr. Gita Mishra, professor, life course epidemiology and deputy head, School of Public Health, The University of … [Read more...] about Lifestyle factors like obesity and diet impact menopausal symptoms, says epidemiologist
Menopause is an important marker for women’s future health, says epidemiologist
The decline in estrogen during menopause leads to poor health outcomes, and it acts as an important marker for a woman’s future health, says Dr. Gita Mishra, professor, life course epidemiology and deputy head, School of Public Health, The University of Queensland. The risk of … [Read more...] about Menopause is an important marker for women’s future health, says epidemiologist
What to do if we experience depressive symptoms during Covid
It is important to keep our rational thinking alive and not be driven by irrational thoughts in order to keep our mental health in check in the time of Covid-19, says psychiatrist Dr. Gaurav Kulkarni. He says people may not be able to control the biological or social causes of … [Read more...] about What to do if we experience depressive symptoms during Covid
Helping others can reduce anxiety during Covid, says psychiatrist
Helping people can bring us joy, especially in the time of a pandemic. Psychiatrist Dr. Gaurav Kulkarni says doing selfless things for others, however small they may be, has great benefit for our mind. It gives us a sense of purpose and promotes mental well being. It also helps … [Read more...] about Helping others can reduce anxiety during Covid, says psychiatrist
Ask a doc: How is osteoarthritis treated?
Osteoarthritis cannot be reversed but there are treatments that can help alleviate symptoms like pain, swelling, and discomfort. In mild to moderate cases, patients are usually put on medication, are advised to exercise, or they can try PRP or platelet-rich plasma therapy. In … [Read more...] about Ask a doc: How is osteoarthritis treated?
Seven summer skincare questions, answered by a dermatologist
Keeping your skin clean, using cleansers and moisturisers that are meant for your skin type, and eating plenty of fruits with a high water content are key to healthy skin in summer, says Delhi-based dermatologist Dr. Shazia Zaidi. Apart from an increase in sun exposure, summer … [Read more...] about Seven summer skincare questions, answered by a dermatologist