Showing yet again that sleep is a serious matter, scientists have reported that short sleep duration, snoring, and long naps are linked to a significantly elevated risk of acute stroke [1]. Debilitating and deadly Stroke, an acute condition in which the blood supply to a part of the brain is interrupted, is one of the […] More
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heat wave alert as temperature surpasses 40 degrees Celsius degrees in many parts of the country, including Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, West Bengal, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, and Maharashtra. Earlier, record-breaking heat was registered in February month. However, the month of March went relatively cooler due to rain. But […] More
With IMD putting out heat wave warnings in different states, it is time we started taking it seriously and also opt for necessary precautions to combat it More
During summer, it is recommended to avoid drinking beverages like tea and coffee and to limit the intake of spicy and oily foods. More
During summer, it is recommended to avoid drinking beverages like tea and coffee and to limit the intake of spicy and oily foods. More
China: Taking statins for many years may protect against stroke than short-term use, a recent study of more than 50,000 patients with atrial fibrillation has revealed. The study found reduced risks of stroke and transient ischaemic attack in those who started statins within a year of diagnosis versus those who did not. The findings are […] More
Dr Pramod Ravindra, Founder & CEO, Pro Physio shares all one needs to know about recovering from a stroke More
Netherlands: A new study conducted in the Netherlands has found that endovascular treatment for anterior circulation ischaemic stroke is effective and safe within a 6 to 24-hour window, according to research published in The Lancet. The study, called MR CLEAN-LATE, aimed to assess the efficacy and safety of endovascular treatment for patients treated in the […] More
Experts recommend reducing consumption of added (“free”) sugars to around six teaspoons a day and limiting sugar-sweetened drinks to less than one serving a week after a comprehensive evidence review published by The BMJ. They found significant harmful associations between sugar consumption and 45 outcomes, including asthma, diabetes, obesity, heart disease, depression, some cancers and […] More
Diabetes is a condition marked by a sudden surge in the body’s blood glucose levels. This mainly happens due to the lack of insulin production. Insulin is a hormone secreted by the pancreas and helps convert blood glucose into energy that the body requires to function correctly. Now, due to the lack of insulin production […] More
Mumbai: India Medtronic Private Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Medtronic plc has announced a partnership with Qure.ai to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) for advanced stroke management in India. The partnership combines Medtronic’s leadership in neurosciences with Qure’s AI enabled innovations. “The collaboration aims to provide AI solution to comprehensive stroke centers as well as […] More
Dr Soniya Tambe, MD, DM ( Neurology), Consultant Neurologist and Epileptologist, Kauvery Hospitals, Bengaluru highlights the types of brain strokes More
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