Heart Health in Type 2 Diabetes: In the evolving landscape of diabetes management, heart health in type 2 diabetes has emerged as one of the most critical areas of research and clinical focus. Beyond blood sugar control, new findings suggest that some diabetes medications do more than manage glucose—they can actually protect the heart. A…
EACS 2025: Hepatitis B reactivation has long been a concern for people living with HIV who switch antiretroviral therapy (ART) regimens. Tenofovir, available as tenofovir disoproxil fumarate (TDF) or tenofovir alafenamide (TAF), has proven effective not only in suppressing HIV but also in controlling hepatitis B virus (HBV). With the rising adoption of tenofovir-sparing ART…
CHEST 2025: Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency (AATD) is a genetic disorder that continues to remain widely underdiagnosed, despite its serious implications for lung and liver health. Individuals with AATD face an increased risk of developing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), emphysema, and liver cirrhosis. The challenge in identifying affected individuals stems from the complexity of the…
Chickenpox Cases Surge Rapidly: KOLLAM: Health authorities in Kollam district have issued an official alert after 97 confirmed cases of chickenpox were reported as of October 17. The surge has prompted an urgent call for preventive measures, vaccination, and timely medical care to curb further spread. Traditionally, chickenpox outbreaks are more common during the summer…
Between Illness and Hunger: Adequate nutrition is a cornerstone of patient care in hospital settings, essential not only for physical recovery but also for psychological well-being. When patients are malnourished, their ability to heal diminishes, complications increase, hospital stays lengthen, and in severe cases, mortality rises. Globally, studies have repeatedly highlighted the prevalence of malnutrition…
Can Diabetics Eat Idlis and Dosas Guilt-Free: For countless Indians, mornings begin with the comforting aroma of steaming idlis or the crisp delight of dosas. These South Indian staples are not only delicious but are also deeply embedded in India’s culinary identity. However, for people managing diabetes, these traditional favourites often come with guilt or…
Global Antibiotic Resistance 2025: Antibiotics have been a cornerstone of modern medicine for decades, critical for treating infections, performing surgeries, and supporting cancer therapies like chemotherapy. However, the very foundation of these treatments is under threat. According to the Global Antibiotic Resistance Surveillance Report 2025 by the World Health Organization (WHO), the effectiveness of antibiotics…
Knees and Back Feel: Knee and back pain are no longer issues confined to middle-aged or older adults. Increasingly, young adults in their 20s are reporting persistent discomfort in their knees and lower back, raising alarms among doctors, physical therapists, and insurers. Recent insurance claims indicate a noticeable rise in musculoskeletal complaints among individuals under…
Silent Killer: Chronic inflammation, often called the silent killer, is increasingly recognized as a leading factor behind some of the most prevalent and debilitating diseases worldwide. Unlike acute inflammation, which is a short-term and protective response to injury or infection, chronic inflammation persists over months and years, slowly damaging tissues, organs, and blood vessels. Its…
Early Detection Cuts Prostate Cancer: Prostate cancer remains one of the most common cancers affecting men globally — yet it is also one of the most treatable when detected early. Over the past decade, medical researchers and oncologists have highlighted how timely detection dramatically reduces death rates, with studies showing a 44% to 50% decrease…
