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In a bone-chilling incident, five members of a family tragically lost their lives due to suffocation after leaving a gas heater on overnight in a...
Chilai Kalan’s arrival often brings shorter days, colder temperatures and icy conditions, making outdoor activities challenging for seniors. While...
Kashmir’s snowy winters are beautiful but come with hidden dangers. With more snowfall expected, icy roads and freezing temperatures pose serious...
In my recent home visit for a senior patient confined to bed, I found the caregivers were doing their best, but the patient was experiencing...
Four months ago, a young patient visited me with complaints of persistent headaches. Upon evaluation, he was diagnosed with high blood pressure (...
In my journey as a geriatrician, I have been privileged to meet many senior patients. Each has left an impression, but a select few leave an...
Cancer cases are rising at an alarming rate, posing a significant health challenge in Kashmir. While it is sobering to note that 30-50% of cancer...
Winter is not just a season of cold breezes and warm blankets; for the elderly, it often brings a host of health challenges. The drop in...
As winter grips Kashmir, the chill in the air brings with it a surge in upper respiratory tract infections (URTIs). The biting cold, coupled with...
Unhealthy Diets and Health Risks: Poor dietary habits pose a significant challenge to improving holistic health. Despite widespread knowledge of...
Every breath you take is a miracle of nature. Yet, many of us take our lungs for granted, unaware of the silent threats that can impair their...
During recent home visits as part of my work with senior citizens, I encountered several bedridden patients who were suffering from the...
Happiness and mental well-being play a significant role in the treatment and management of diabetes. Research shows that mental stress and blood...
As winter approaches, I am seeing a noticeable increase in elderly patients who come to me with worsening breathlessness, often assumed to be...
We all know the old adage: prevention is better than cure. While it’s a commonly accepted truth, too often, the importance of prevention is...
In a landmark development, Professor Upendra Kaul, Founder Director of the Gauri Kaul Foundation (GKF), has signed a MOU with Indian Oil...