Immune System Blood contains red cells, which carry oxygen to organs, and white cells, which fight infection. Once vaccinated, body develops both T and B lymphocytes, the T-lymphocytes behave like memory cells and B-lymphocytes produce antibodies to attack the COVID-19 virus. White blood cells fight infection in different ways: Macrophages are white blood cells that swallow […]
All patients with kidney failure should follow strict diet to avoid complications and death. If on dialysis, the restrictions will be minimal. The key is to eat good, healthy food at small intervals. Have small, light meals five to six times a day. Potassium Potassium is a very important mineral for the body. It controls […]
1. What is coronavirus? Corona viruses are a large family of viruses which may cause illness in animals or humans. In humans, several coronaviruses are known to cause respiratory infections ranging from the common cold to more severe diseases such as Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS). The most recently […]
1. What is the reason for an increase in the number of NCDs in India? Lifestyle diseases are increasing in India as a result of lack of exercise, over use of substances, dietary changes and mental stress. Lifestyle diseases are a major contributor to many premature deaths in Among them, heart attacks, strokes, respiratory diseases […]
Diabetes management is well suited to use of telehealth, and recent improvements in both diabetes technology and telemedicine policy make this an ideal time for diabetes providers to begin integrating telehealth into their practices. In the post COVID-19 period, patients rightly have concerns to visit crowded hospitals and telediabetes is proving to be a valid […]
