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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Millions of American seniors are affected by poor vision, which contributes to dangerous falls increasing the risk of disability. Nearly 2.8 million seniors are believed to have severe vision impairment and of them 1.3 million experience a fall at least once. Dr. Robert Glatter, an emergency physician at Lenox Hill Hospital, explained that falls “represent ...click here to read more
Hypothyroidism is linked to diabetic nephropathy in type 2 diabetes. The researchers measured serum thyroid hormone levels and urinary albumin:creatinine ratio in 414 patients with type 2 diabetes. Thirty-six of the patients had subclinical hypothyroidism (SCH), and prevalence of diabetic nephropathy was greater among those in the subclinical hypothyroidism group. The authors concluded, “These findings ...click here to read more
Hepatitis C is becoming the number one infectious killer, according to the CDC. In the U.S. alone, hepatitis C-related deaths hit a high in 2014, and it presently kills more Americans than any other infectious disease. In 2014, there were 19,659 hepatitis C-related deaths. Dr. Jonathan Mermin from the CDC said in a news release, ...click here to read more
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Zika virus, dengue, and malaria risk is reduced once genetically modified mosquitoes are released in affected areas. The World Health Organization (WHO) gave a statement on deploying genetically modified mosquitoes stating, “Given the magnitude of the Zika crisis, WHO encourages affected countries and their partners to boost the use of both old and new approaches ...click here to read more
With spring in full force and summer just around the corner, asthma and allergy symptoms are on the rise. Dealing with asthma and allergies during the nicer weather months can really put a damper on this enjoyable time and have you cooped up indoors rather than enjoying the outdoors. If you live with asthma or ...click here to read more
Psoriasis risk increases with high blood pressure and anti-hypertension drugs. Psoriasis is an immune-related disease affecting nearly three percent of the American population. The researchers found that in women, specifically, long-term hypertension along with the use of anti-hypertension drugs (especially beta-blockers) was associated with a higher risk of psoriasis. The researchers analyzed psoriasis cases in ...click here to read more
Bruised ribs can be a result of broken (fractured) ribs, but there are other causes, too. One thing is for sure, no matter how you developed the condition, it is often painful and can make laying down – or even breathing and moving in certain positions – difficult. An injured or fractured rib is often ...click here to read more
An increasing number of U.S. children are living with asthma and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The new study also revealed that children living in poverty with asthma and ADHD were twice as likely to have another chronic illness, including developmental delays, autism, depression, anxiety, behavioral or conduct issues, speech and language problems, epilepsy, and ...click here to read more
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