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It is often not clear what can be donated when death happens at home. Jaya Jairam, Project Director, MOHAN Foundation clarifies exactly what can be donated and the process that needs to be followed. She envisions an India where no one has to wait for a life-saving organ and tirelessly works to make that a reality. “You give but little when you give of your possessions. It is when you give of yourself that you truly give,” were the famous words of the renowned poet Khalil Gibran. These words…

According to World Health Organisation, sepsis is one of the most frequent causes of death worldwide. From data published in 2020, there were 48.9 million cases and 11 million sepsis-related deaths worldwide, representing 20% of all global deaths. It is important that we understand what sepsis is, symptoms to watch out for and when to seek timely treatment. Sepsis is a serious and potentially life-threatening condition that occurs when the body’s response to an infection spirals out of control…

Healthy aging requires pro-active effort on multiple fronts – social, exercise, physical and mental activity. ‘Ageing is a privilege denied to many -- cherish every moment’ seems to be the motto of some senior people we spoke to on Senior Citizens Day. We asked some people a few questions and got a varied set of responses. Clearly there are many roads to healthy ageing.  Questions we asked - How do you keep yourself engaged? - What do you do to keep yourself healthy? - How familiar are…

Friendship does not mean sharing good times only. When friends are with you during your worst phase, helping you to stand up, all the time directing you to take the right decisions, it takes on a different meaning. On this Friendship Day, three people with different health conditions share the huge support they have always received from their friends. Akanksha Patankar Mirji, Epilepsy Warrior How have friends played a role in your lives? Within the community? Or outside? Importance of their…

बच्चे हों या बड़े /वयस्क, हमारे जीवन में कभी न कभी सिरदर्द होना आम बात है। दैनिक जीवन को बाधित करने वाले लक्षणों में यह सबसे आम लक्षण है, और विश्व भर में दर्द निवारक दवाओं के दुरुपयोग/ अति-उपयोग के सबसे आम कारणों में से एक है। इस लेख में जानें कि सिरदर्द के प्रकार और कारण क्या हैं, सिरदर्द को गंभीरता से कब लें, और स्वास्थ्य सेवा पेशेवर से इस के लिए कब मिलें। सिरदर्द दुनिया भर में शरीर में दर्द के सबसे आम कारणों में से एक है। सिरदर्द ज़्यादातर मस्तिष्क, रक्त वाहिकाओं, नसों या कान, नाक और गले की…

It is quite usual for us to experience headaches at some point in our lives as a child or adult. It is of the most common prevailing symptoms that hampers our daily life and is one of the most common causes of abuse of pain killers around the world. This article focuses on types and causes of headaches, when to be concerned about it, and when to visit a healthcare professional. Headache is one of the most common causes of pain in the body around the world. Headaches are mostly caused by…

डॉ मैरी अब्राहम  दर्द और प्रशामक (उपशामक / पेलिएटिव केयर )देखभाल चिकित्सक (पेन एण्ड पेलिएटिव केयर फिज़िशन), और डॉ वंदना वी प्रकाश, नैदानिक मनोवैज्ञानिक (क्लीनिकल साइकालजिस्ट) इस लेख में बताती हैं कि कैंसर के दर्द का इलाज किया जा सकता है और कैंसर के रोगी की जीवन की गुणवत्ता को उपयुक्त दवाओं द्वारा बढ़ाया जा सकता है। वे इस से संबंधित अनेक प्रश्नों के उत्तर साझा करती हैं। कैंसर के दर्द पर अधिक ध्यान दिए जाने के बावजूद,  यह दर्द अभी भी कैंसर रोगियों और उत्तरजीवियों (सर्वाइवर) के लिए एक…

Losing a loved one is deeply emotional experience, and knowing what steps to take can provide some clarity during such a difficult time. What steps should you take after a death by natural causes occurs at home? This article will guide you through necessary procedures, from obtaining a death confirmatory medical certificate to considering organ donation, arranging the funeral and obtaining a death certificate. By understanding these steps, you can navigate the process with greater…

Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) are the drug of choice for alleviating pain. However it is important to understand the effects of them on various organs and use them with care.  In ancient times, herbs and plants were used to treat pain, fever, sores, swelling and inflammation. In 1879, aspirin was discovered and to this date continues to be widely used by people to deal with pain and inflammation. Aspirin belongs to a class of drugs called NSAIDs which are known for their…

As we age, our immunity and ability to withstand infections decline. This makes us more vulnerable to infections. The monsoon season particularly adds to the risk of falls due to slippery surfaces, diseases like dengue and malaria from mosquito bites, diarrhea and also aggravation of respiratory conditions like asthma and bronchitis. Here are a few conditions to watch out for and how to manage our health during the rainy season: Food and Waterborne Diseases Monsoons are associated with a lot of…