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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A new study shows that women at the age of 40 should undergo a mammogram, as nearly half of them would benefit from the breast cancer screening. For the review, the researchers found that half of the women aged 40 to 44 had above average risk for breast cancer, which made them eligible for yearly ...click here to read more
A common heartburn drug has been linked to kidney disease. The findings highlight potential risks of a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), which are commonly prescribed for conditions like chronic heartburn. Previous research has linked PPIs with nutrient deficiencies and bone-density loss. The FDA suggests that people be cautious of taking ...click here to read more
There are many reasons for someone to experience itchy underarms, and oftentimes itchy armpits occur with no sign of a rash. Overall, itchy armpits aren’t a serious condition, but being in a crowd of people with a strong desire to start scratching your underarms can be annoying – embarrassing much? So let us help you ...click here to read more
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Type 2 diabetes with low testosterone raises atherosclerosis risk in men. Atherosclerosis is a condition in which plaques build up against the lining of the arteries causing stiffness, which can contribute to cardiovascular disease. Study author Dr. Javier Mauricio Farias said, “Our study indicates a strong association between low testosterone concentration and the severity of ...click here to read more
A new study found that epilepsy patients may benefit from a one-a-day medication instead of the traditional two-a-day drug, which is currently used. The findings are still in their early phase, and the researchers compared the effectiveness of eslicarbazepine acetate (Aptiom), which is a one-a-day drug, to carbamazepine (Tegretol, Carbatrol), a two-a-day drug, in over ...click here to read more
Older adults with dementia face an increased mortality risk due to care transitions. The findings of the study uncovered that moving dementia patients from one place to another or having them stay overnight at a different location led to aggravated health outcomes. Although sometimes inevitable, unnecessary transition can be associated with medication errors, hospital readmissions, ...click here to read more
A new study has found that exercise temporarily suppresses appetite, showing that common fears that exercise increases hunger are but a mere myth. The findings come from two small studies in which one group of participants lowered their calorie intake by exercising and another group by cutting on their food consumption. While they burned the ...click here to read more
Norovirus outbreak 2016 updates: stomach flu hits the University of Rochester and the University of Minnesota, while researchers found cold plasma treatment may help reduce the risk of norovirus (stomach flu). Nearly 60 students from the University of Rochester have been stricken with norovirus (stomach flu). Students have been experiencing vomiting, nausea, and diarrhea, and ...click here to read more
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