Tag: India Health
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Slowdown Saturday: 5 Brain Workouts for India’s Dementia
Introduction: A Growing Challenge in India India faces a mounting dementia crisis. With an estimated 8-9 million people living with dementia nationwide, caregivers, healthcare professionals, and policymakers are seeking practical strategies to slow cognitive decline. The World Health Organization notes that globally over 55 million people live with dementia, with nearly 10 million new cases…
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Rural Women Lead Community Action Against India’s Metabolic Diseases
Rural Women at the Forefront of India’s Metabolic Health Push India faces a growing burden of obesity and metabolic diseases, with rural communities often bearing the unseen brunt. A recent panel discussion at AIG Hospitals in Hyderabad highlighted how rural women and local community institutions are becoming pivotal drivers in the country’s response to this…
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Vitamin B12 for Indians: Do You Really Need Meat or Fish? Fitness Influencers Weigh In
Understanding the B12 Question: Why It Matters in India Vitamin B12 is essential for nerve health, energy production, and mental clarity. In India, a recent surge in vitamin B12 deficiency has raised alarms, especially among corporate employees juggling demanding work hours. Studies show that over half of men and nearly half of women in certain…
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Vitamin B12 Deficiency in India: The Vegetarian Path to Correcting It
Understanding the Vitamin B12 Challenge in India Vitamin B12 is essential for nerve health, energy metabolism, and cognitive function. Yet many adults in India, especially corporate workers, are not meeting the recommended intake. Studies show that more than half of working men and nearly half of working women have suboptimal B12 levels. This deficiency is…
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India Records Massive Burden of Chronic Kidney Disease in 2023, Study Finds
Overview: A Quiet Epidemic in India A recent global study published in The Lancet highlights a troubling health statistic for India: in 2023, the country accounted for the second-highest number of chronic kidney disease (CKD) cases worldwide, totaling approximately 138 million. Only China reported more CKD cases, with about 152 million. These figures place CKD…
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CKD in India 2023: Second-Highest Global Cases (Lancet)
India’s CKD Burden in 2023 According to a global study published in The Lancet, India accounted for the second-highest number of people living with chronic kidney disease (CKD) in 2023, with an estimated 138 million individuals affected. This finding places India just behind China, which reported about 152 million cases. While these numbers are staggering,…
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India’s CKD Crisis: Second-Highest Global Cases in 2023, Lancet Study
Overview: A Widespread Kidney Health Challenge A global study published in The Lancet has revealed that India recorded the second-highest number of people living with chronic kidney disease (CKD) in 2023, totaling about 138 million. Only China registered more cases, with roughly 152 million. This finding underscores a kidney health crisis affecting a significant portion…
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National Cancer Awareness Day: India’s Late Cancer Detection
National Cancer Awareness Day and the Uneven Fight Against Late Detection On National Cancer Awareness Day, health experts revisit a troubling reality: many cancers in India are diagnosed only after they have advanced. This delay in detection stems from a mix of silent tumor growth, subtle symptoms that mimic common illnesses, limited awareness, and gaps…
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National cancer awareness day: Why India still detects cancer too late; doctors warn of silent signs we keep ignoring
Understanding the delay: Why India often detects cancer late National Cancer Awareness Day shines a critical light on a troubling reality: many cancers in India are diagnosed at advanced stages. Several interwoven factors contribute to late detection, from silent tumor growth to misinterpreting symptoms as ordinary illnesses. Medical experts emphasize that tumors in large body…
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Why Lung Cancer Cases Are Rising Among Indian Women: Understanding the Risk and the Road Ahead
Unpacking the Rise in Lung Cancer Among Indian Women Lung cancer is not just a disease of men. In India, the burden among women is growing, driven by a complex mix of smoking patterns, environmental exposures, and limited access to early detection. Recent analyses of global cancer data show that Indian women face a higher…