Mohan Garikiparithi got his degree in medicine from Osmania University (University of Health Sciences). He practiced clinical medicine for over a decade before he shifted his focus to the field of health communications. During his active practice he served as the head of the Dept. of Microbiology in a diagnostic centre in India. On a three-year communications program in Germany, Mohan developed a keen interest in German Medicine (Homoeopathy), and other alternative systems of medicine. He now advocates treating different medical conditions without the use of traditional drugs. An ardent squash player, Mohan believes in the importance of fitness and wellness.
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Nearly 31 million senior Americans are not getting in enough exercise, thus increasing their risk of many illnesses and diseases. Coauthor Janet Fulton said, “Adults benefit from any amount of physical activity. Helping inactive people become more physically active is an important step towards healthier and more vibrant communities.” The researchers analyzed data from a ...click here to read more
Peptic ulcer (stomach ulcer) is an open sore in the lining of the stomach, lower esophagus, or small intestine, typically resulting from inflammation caused by bacteria or erosion caused by stomach acid. There are three types of peptic ulcers – gastric, esophageal, and duodenal – describing where the ulcer is located, whether that is in ...click here to read more
Last year, at least 10 million Americans contemplated taking their own life. Suicide rates are at their highest, having jumped 27 percent since 2000. Nearly three million Americans planned to commit suicide, whereas another 1.4 million attempted but were unsuccessful. There has been an increase in suicidal thoughts among those aged 18 to 25. Rates ...click here to read more
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A new study found that kidney disease patients who consume three or more servings of fruits and vegetables a day fare better, compared to fellow patients who rarely consume fruits and vegetables. These patients experienced a reduction in their blood pressure along with greater medical cost savings. The findings come from a multi-year study of ...click here to read more
Heart attack mortality is lower among menopausal women, compared to men. While menopause is a known risk factor for heart disease, the research study found women faced a lower risk of dying from a heart attack, compared to men. Unfortunately, the gender differences weren’t as significant among racial minority groups. The study involved 23,086 black ...click here to read more
Smoking causes the heart wall to thicken, which contributes to heart failure. When the walls of the heart become thick, the heart’s ability to properly pump out blood reduces. Over time, this leads to heart damage and, essentially, heart failure. The researchers looked at the hearts of 4,580 Americans who did not have any obvious ...click here to read more
Stress urinary incontinence in postmenopausal women may be treated with a pill, which can potentially reduce urine leakage. The effects of medication is currently investigated by the researchers in the ongoing study. Principal investigator Dr. Kenneth Peters said, “Our hope is that this daily pill will enhance the pelvic floor muscle and reduce stress urinary ...click here to read more
Many diabetics should be taking cholesterol-lowering statins, and yet many of the patients are never prescribed this medication, although it could greatly help their condition. Numerous previous studies have pointed out that diabetics benefit from taking statins as the medication lowers their risk of heart disease and stroke. The analysis of data from 204 cardiology ...click here to read more
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