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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People who experience a heart attack before they turn 50 have a higher risk of premature death. Factors such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and obesity – common among patients with a heart attack – bring the early mortality risk up. Lead researcher Dr. Morten Schmidt said, “Patients with a heart attack in young age ...click here to read more
If diverticulitis is left untreated, complications can arise, including rectal bleeding, peritonitis, abscess, fistulas, and intestinal obstruction. Diverticulitis is brought on by infection or rupture of diverticula, which are bulges forming in the lower part of the large intestine or colon. The risk of developing diverticula is usually higher for people over 40. Diverticula themselves ...click here to read more
Moderate exercise has been shown to improve heart health in seniors over the age of 65. Moderate exercise is classified as riding a bike, going for a swim, or even heading out for a stroll. For the study, the researchers tracked the health outcomes in nearly 2,500 Finish people over the age of 65 for ...click here to read more
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Chronic kidney disease has long been associated with diabetes, but a recent study has uncovered a novel link between the two conditions. The researchers found that when kidneys fail, the buildup of urea in the blood can lead to diabetes. Principal investigator Dr. Vincent Poitout said, “We identified molecular mechanisms that may be responsible for ...click here to read more
The new report suggests that people who live a sedentary lifestyle are at a higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. The findings unveiled that sedentary seniors have a 50 percent higher risk of developing dementia, compared to those exercising regularly. Examples of moderate physical activity include walking, cycling, ballroom dancing, or gardening, according to the ...click here to read more
Study findings have uncovered that deadly heart problems can run in the family. Co-author Dr. John Elefteriades said, “Family history is very important and is one factor in our ‘guilt by association paradigm’ for identifying patients at risk.” The researchers reviewed family histories of 90 people treated for an aortic dissection. The researchers found that ...click here to read more
Labyrinthitis is a condition that causes inflammation of the inner ear. It affects the labyrinth, which is a delicate structure within the ear. Symptoms of labyrinthitis include dizziness, hearing loss, and vertigo. Symptoms can range in severity and may be accompanied by pain in the ear, tinnitus, fluid or pus leakage, nausea, fever, changes in ...click here to read more
A new ultrasound procedure may aid in involuntary tremors, according to research findings. A condition that is not fully understood, essential tremor causes involuntary shaking of the hands, feet, and even voice. It is estimated that seven million Americans live with essential tremor. Living with essential tremor can be quite challenging, as the disorder impacts ...click here to read more
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