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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Severe depression has been linked to dementia in seniors, with both major depression and worsening condition increasing a person’s risk of dementia. The study involved nearly 2,500 seniors in their 70s without any signs of dementia. Participants were monitored for five years for depression symptoms, and screened for six years for signs of dementia. Twenty-one ...click here to read more
The Zika virus, which is spreading across Brazil and the world, may be linked to an autoimmune brain disorder, according to new findings. The researchers suggest this autoimmune brain disorder is similar to multiple sclerosis. So far, Zika virus is already tied to a birth defect known as microcephaly and Guillain-Barre syndrome. The autoimmune brain ...click here to read more
A recent study uncovered that generally healthy men who undergo testosterone replacement therapy do not become more prone to getting a heart attack or stroke. The findings come from researchers at Intermountain Medical Center Heart Institute in Salt Lake city who looked at 1,472 men aged 52 and 63 all with low testosterone levels but no ...click here to read more
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Amputees may experience phantom pain, which is a painful sensation in the location where the amputated limb used to be. New research suggests, a freezing technique may help ease this pain, which can be quite debilitating. The freezing technique, known as cryoablation therapy, can help offer pain relief for nearly 200,000 Americans who undergo an ...click here to read more
It may not be new to you, but the studies that suggest prolonged sitting shortens your life continue to pile up. The solution? Either reduce your amount of sitting time or begin exercising much more – ideally, you should be doing both regardless. The latest findings come from Brazilian researchers who looked at data from ...click here to read more
In multiple sclerosis (MS), brain damage may be repaired by blocking a certain brain enzyme. Coming from researchers at Oregon Health & Science University, the findings might have large implications not only for multiple sclerosis, but also for premature birth complications and other disorders. The study was led by Larry Sherman who explained, “What this ...click here to read more
First responders of September 11 experience higher rates of sinus surgery, compared to responders who spent less time at the site of the infamous terrorist attack. Furthermore, firefighters who spent six months or more at the site also experience higher rates of sinus surgery, compared to those who spent less time. The researchers looked at ...click here to read more
Atopic dermatitis (eczema) treatment focuses on prevention of flares and disease management. The American Academy of Dermatology’s (Academy) has updated the guidelines regarding the management of adult eczema with a strong focus on management and better control of the condition along with the coexistence of allergies and the use of alternative therapies to work alongside ...click here to read more
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