Category: health

Free Ayurvedic Camp for Hemorrhoids and Ulcerative Colitis

Delhi: A three-day free Ayurvedic camp is being organized by Delhi-based Sushruta Ayurvedic Therapy Center from October 20 to 22 for the patients of major diseases like piles or piles disease and ulcerative colitis.

The timing of the camp will be from 10 am to 3 pm, in which the team of Ayurvedacharya doctors of the center will be there and the country’s well-known Ayurvedacharya and head of Canadian College of Ayurveda and Yoga, Dr. Harish Verma will participate in the online consultation and he will give the information about prevention of piles and ulcerative colitis. also he will tell the treatment of this disease.

Dr. Verma told that the corona period is going on, so it is mandatory for people to register in the camp. Helpline number 011-42445009 has also been issued for registration in the camp. Medicines for one month will also be given free of cost to the patients coming to the camp.

World Sight Day: ENTOD Pharmaceutical Organises Free Eye Check-up Camp

New Delhi, 18 October 2021 – On the occasion of World Sight Day, ENTOD Pharmaceuticals has conducted around 30 free eye check-up and cataract camps across different locations. Apart from offering free screenings to people, the campaign will raise awareness on the importance of eye health, diseases that can occur and even offer free medication samples to people.

Raising awareness about the importance of regular vision screening is crucial in India where poor vision affects nearly 550 million people and costs the economy US$37 billion every year in lost productivity. The situation is adversely impacted by low awareness regarding the seriousness of the issue and limited access to proper vision care, especially in rural areas. Cultural stigmas, misconceptions and myths surrounding glasses also prevent people from seeking the treatment they need.

Speaking about the initiative, Nikkhil K Masurkar, Executive Director of ENTOD Pharmaceutical said “Irrespective of how much you care for your eyes, there are times when you tend to miss certain symptoms which can lead to dry eye, red-eye, eye rashes or other eye problems. Though the minor problems can cause very little damage to the eyes, some can lead to vision loss, gradually. Keeping in mind the severity of the issue, we are conducting free eye check-up and cataract camps across different locations on the occasion of World Sight Day. ENTOD will be responsible for arranging the camps, providing necessary support to the doctors, arrange awareness or talk sessions and provide eye medicine samples to be delivered to the public for free. With the support of our 400 fellow workers on the ground for this latest campaign, we will ensure that more people attend the campaign and inform them of the importance of eye health and regular check-ups.”

There will be two types of camps to be organised for the event – OPD camp and cataract camp. While the OPD camp will be held for general eye diseases like glaucoma, dry eyes, red eyes, etc. the cataract camp will address the concerns of people who have eye issues like blurry vision which results from the formation of cataracts. Both government and private hospital ophthalmologists will be a part of the initiative.

“ Visual impairment deters the ability to perform daily tasks independently and the majority of the causes of visual impairment are treatable Sadly, awareness in the general public regarding early detection and prevention of eye diseases is very low. A significant number of people with blindness or visual impairment are above the age of fifty years, the most common causative factors being cataract, glaucoma refractive errors and diabetic retinopathy. Regular consultation with an ophthalmologist can identify the cause for visual impairment in time and timely intervention can help the patient get the vision back or at least prevent further loss of vision. With the help of the community outreach camps, we would like to spread awareness and knowledge regarding the common eye diseases . Such awareness programs could lead to better understanding and acceptance of the importance of routine eye examinations for the early detection and treatment of common eye diseases, thereby reducing visual impairment in the society” said Dr. Aarti Heda, Consultant Ophthalmologist (Pune) & Medical Consultant, ENTOD Pharmaceuticals

Apart from conducting eye check-up camps, to further spread the message on the importance of eye health, regular check-ups and precautions to be taken, ENTOD will be sharing video recordings from young ophthalmologists on their YouTube channel ‘Eye Health by ENTOD’ on World Sight Day. Young ophthalmologists will share their views on what needs to be done to avoid critical eye problems.Eye donation is another area of emphasis for ENTOD for which they have tied up with Dr S Natarajan (Padmashree Awardee and Director of Tele Ophthalmic Society of India) and created the website, Pledge My Eyes (https://www.pledgemyeyes.org/).

Rotary to launch Project Sumitra – Towards Use of Sustainable Menstrual Hygiene Products

Hyderabad, October 16, 2021: The Rotary Club of Hyderabad Deccan (RCHD, along with partner clubs to launch Project Sumitra tomorrow in the city . The project is aimed towards encouraging and facilitating use of sustainable menstrual hygiene product. The project targets better health, environment and livelihoods. The project will be announced on the eve of Girl Child Empowerment Day of Rotary International District 3150.

Under this project, Rotary District 3150 to get manufactured two products—01. Re-usable Cloth Sanitary Pads and 02. Sanitary cups. Both are biodegradable products. The launch will be announced in two functions to be held simultaneously on Sunday at Hyderabad Solitaire Global Schools, Attapur Branch, Sri Sai Janachaithanya Colony, Near Sunrise Valley, Upparpally, and also in Guntur.

The Project Sumitra aims to set up local production where local women will manufacture cloth pads.

Crash the supply chain costs to make safe and comfortable menstrual cups available at an affordable price. Train, equip and deploy trained Self-Help Groups to evangelise, teach & sell / distribute these products in local communities.

Made from organic and chemical free fabrics, reusable sanitary pads are safe and easy to use. Menstrual cups are made from 100% medical grade silicone and do not affect body’s PH while reducing risk of infection. Reusable products last for years and reduce the amount of landfill waste generated. Cloth pads are also easily compostable. Convenience and low costs of reusable products can also reduce period truancy in schools, colleges & workforce. Disposable products provide no benefit to the bottom of the pyramid – Reusable products are made and sold by women groups and distributed in the community by women and evangelists who become advisors. This network, built on personal connections and trust, is a powerful engine for future health and habit improvement initiatives.

It is a project of Rotary District 3150. The Rotary District along with the clubs will mobile self-help groups, train them to manufacture these sustainable products in mass scale and will also create employment for them in the process

Managing menstrual waste is a mammoth task. India has close to 12.3 billion disposble sanitary napkins to be taken care of every year. And majority of them are not biodegradable or compostable.

Of 336 million menstruating women in India, about 36% use single use disposable sanitary napkins – 12.3 billion pads annually – producing enormous menstrual waste. Bangalore, for example, alone produces approximately 90,000 kgs of sanitary waste per day. Indians pour Rs. 17,000 Cr annually on this environmentally terrible “necessity”. Importantly, disposable products are a veritable cornucopia of plastic – they cannot be recycled or reused, get dumped in landfills and will take 100’s of years to degrade and if burnt produce toxic dioxins & furans. Chemicals present in disposable napkins cause infections, rashes, and other health problems. They are also significantly costly.

Local Podiatrist Publishes Diabetic Foot Care Guide

Dr. Randy Aaranson book focuses on how to prevent infection and amputation for diabetics

(St. Louis, Mo., Oct. 14, 2021) — Randy Aaranson, D.P.M. – a podiatrist at Mercy Clinic in Washington, Mo. and Orthopedic Associates in Des Peres, Mo. – recently published Diabetic Foot Care: Walking in Wellness.

Diabetic Foot Care: Walking in Wellness is a complete guide for diabetics that focuses on how to take care of their feet through early prevention and daily foot care in order to prevent infection and amputation. Dr. Aaranson highlights the effects of foot neuropathy, a condition that affects the nerves and is a common ailment for diabetics.

Dr. Aaranson provides comprehensive care and surgery of the foot and ankle, as well as specializes in diabetic foot and wound care. He also treats bunions, heel pain, ingrown toenails, nail fungus, corns and callous, warts, and broken and sprained ankles.

Dr. Aaranson has been a practicing podiatrist for more than 30 years. He has practices at Mercy Clinic located at 901 Patients First Dr. in Washington, Mo. and at Orthopedic Associates located at 1050 Old Des Peres Rd. in Des Peres, Mo.

Dr. Aaranson is Board Certified and a Diplomate of the American Board of Podiatric Surgery. He also is a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgery. Dr. Aaranson is an attending physician in the St. Louis region teaching surgical residents.

“Throughout my 30-year career, I have seen how diabetes can affect the vascular and neurological components of the foot,” said Dr. Aaranson. “My book discusses all aspects of diabetic foot care ranging from skin care and circulation to custom inserts and shoes. My hope in writing this book is to prevent the most extreme complication of diabetes: amputation.”

The comprehensive guide was published by Stonebrook Publishing and is available on Amazon. For more information, call Dr. Aaranson at (636) 239-9011 or visit https://www.mercy.net/doctor/r-randal-aaranson-dpm/.

On the occasion of World Sight Day, Bry-Air pays tribute to Padma Shri Dr. Mathra Das Pahwa

13 October, Wednesday: Bry-Air (Asia), a flagship company of Pahwa Group pays a tribute to Dr. Mathra Das Pahwa on the occasion of World Sight Day. Dr. Pahwa, in his lifetime, conducted over half a million surgeries and had worked tirelessly in the Field of Vision. Dr. Pahwa helped innumerable people gain their eyesight. He was an eminent eye surgeon known for his charitable work for the underprivileged in the field of vision, more so, for cataract surgery. He created a record by conducting 750 operations in a single day which made him the world’s greatest eye operator and won for him epithets such as Netra-Dev (God of the eyes). He has been honoured with many awards viz. the Padma Shri (1954), the title of Rai Bahadur (1921), Kesari Hind- Gold Medal (1924), Kesari Hind- Silver Medal (1912) etc. for his services to the society.

Bry-Air is carrying the legacy forward through the “Dr. Mathra Das Pahwa – Vision Outreach Program” wherein eye camps are organised and medicines, spectacles and Cataract surgery are all provided free of cost post consultation and check-ups. Over the years, the company has organised 99 charitable eye camps so far in states like Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan and Delhi-NCR.

Speaking on the occasion Anandita Pahwa, Head – CSR Initiatives, Pahwa Group said, “It is our pleasure to serve the underdeveloped areas in the country like Dr. Pahwa did in his journey. We aim to spread health awareness and enrich lives through our CSR initiatives.”

The core objective of the company is to reach out to the direct beneficiaries through the CSR initiatives and mainly focusing on Vision (Eye Care), Education, Environment and Sustainability of the community. Bry-Air in association with their NGO partners has touched over 56,000 lives, directly in the past decade.

View a short video on the Vision (Eye Care) initiatives undertaken by Bry-Air –

To read more – www.mathradaspahwa.com

About Bry-Air:
Bry-Air, the leader in dehumidification…worldwide, is a global solution provider for dehumidification, gas phase filtration, plastics drying, high-temperature waste heat recovery, dry rooms critical for lithium battery production and adsorption chillers, with subsidiaries in China, Malaysia, Brazil, Nigeria and Switzerland, and an associate plant in the USA.
www.bryair.com

About Pahwa Group:
The Pahwa Group is the fastest-growing Adsorption Technology group in the world today.
The Group employs a strong team of over 1500+ persons in 6 continents and has 13 manufacturing units. The Group has filed 132 patents applications worldwide on 13 new technologies, since 2007, out of which 58 patent granted/ already allowed for energy smart technologies and has set up 9 state-of-the-art test labs to give the cutting edge to our R&D and product offerings.
Bry-Air and DRI (Desiccant Rotors International) are the two flagship companies of the Pahwa Group.

Shalby Multispecialty Hospitals Wins Two National Awards

Shalby Multispecialty Hospitals has won the ‘Best Hospital – Orthopedic – National’ and ‘Best Home Healthcare Company – National’ awards at ‘The Economic Times Healthcare Awards 2021’. These awards have been instituted to recognize and acknowledge the ground-breaking contribution of the leaders of healthcare sector in India.

With 11 multispecialty hospitals spread across India, Shalby is the largest chain of hospitals out of western India and is amongst the largest, nationally. It was founded by Dr. Vikram Shah, its Chairman & Managing Director, who is a world-renowned joint replacement surgeon and a visionary entrepreneur. Today, it has become one of the most preferred centres for everything related to orthopedics with a large team of joint replacement, orthopedic and spine surgeons. With presence in Ahmedabad (four hospitals), Surat, Jaipur, Indore, Mumbai, Vapi, Mohali and Jabalpur, it has an aggregate bed capacity of 2000 beds and treats around 4,00,000 patients a year. It also operates satellite clinics in more than fifty centres across the country. Founded in 1994 It has recently finished 10,000 days of its existence.

Other noteworthy awards that Shalby has won in the past include Rajiv Gandhi National Quality Award by the Union Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, FICCI Healthcare Excellence Award, Frost & Sullivan Healthcare Service Provider Company of the Year, AHPI Best Patient Friendly Hospital Award by Association of Healthcare Providers (India) and Best Medical Tourism Centre of Gujarat.

Dr. Nishita Shukla, Group COO of Shalby Multispecialty Hospitals says, “These two awards, along with more than 25 awards that we have won in the past, bear a testimony to our commitment to provide the best possible healthcare services to our patients. The credit for these awards goes to lakhs of our patients who have put their trust in us, our doctors, nurses and other healthcare workers who work tirelessly to ensure our patients are always reassured they are in safe hands.”

Shalby enjoys a very strong prominence in the field of orthopedics and is renowned across the world for its expertise in joint replacement, complex orthopedic procedures and spine surgeries. Moreover, it has proven expertise in ortho trauma, ortho onco, ortho neuro, pediatric ortho, arthroscopy, sports injuries treatment etc. It is known for surgical as well as conservative orthopedic treatment. Over the years Shalby has attained the status of the mecca for everything related to orthopedics. Patients from across India as well as abroad visit it for joint replacement, complex, rare and revision orthopedic surgeries. Its Chairman & Managing Director Dr. Vikram Shah is a celebrated joint replacement surgeon who has won numerous international and national awards, and has performed 1,00,000 joint replacement surgeries, which is sort of a record world-wide. Shalby is a leader nationally in joint replacement accounting to around 15% of all joint replacement surgeries among private hospitals. In total, more than 1,25,000 joint replacement surgeries have been performed at Shalby. It is committed to adopting latest technology to provide best possible treatment to patients. It introduced four latest cardiac care technologies in Central India through its Indore unit, and recently launched Digital Spine Operation Room in Ahmedabad, which is one of the very few in Gujarat.

Dr. Hardik Thakkar, AVP, Corporate Development, Shalby Multispecialty Hospitals says, “The Covid pandemic has thrown a light on the invaluable significance of quality medical care at home. Homecare industry in general has played a big role in combating the pandemic, especially when the hospitals were full. We are proud to say that ours was one of the first homecare companies in Gujarat to start affordable Covid homecare packages, and this award is a validation of our commitment for providing quality healthcare services to patients at home.”

Shalby Homecare, the homecare division of Shalby Multispecialty Hospitals, provides its services in all the cities where Shalby is present (Ahmedabad, Surat, Jaipur, Indore, Mumbai, Vapi, Mohali and Jabalpur). These are availed by around 40,000 patients a year, and in total Shalby Homecare has provided homecare services to lakhs of patients till now. Shalby Homecare’s services include nursing & attendant services, doctor consultation at home, pathology, pharmacy, medical equipment’s on rent & sale, and physiotherapy.

India’s leading personal care brand, NEUD, launches unisex range of premium skin and haircare products

October 2021, New Delhi: India’s leading personal care brand, NEUD, has launched two new premium ranges of hair and skin products, infused with pure carrot seed extracts and goat milk as key active ingredients. Among other products, NEUD is already known for its natural hair inhibitor formulated with natural ingredients extracted from plant-based botanicals. NEUD is a registered brand owned by Wet and Dry Personal Care According to studies, an average woman uses 12 personal care products a day containing 168 different chemicals.Studies also show that the skin may absorb up to 60 per cent of the chemicals in products it comes in contact with. The market is loaded with chemical-based haircare and skincare products, which does more harm than good. Some of these include SLS, Parabens, Phthalates, PEG, Formaldehyde, DEA, Dioxane and MSG. NEUD’s latest carrot seed and goat milk based personal care products are surely a respite as they are 100% safe and free from harmful chemicals and are naturally pH-balanced.

An amalgamation of purity, old-world charm, sensitivity and contemporary aesthetics, this range of products brings to you the benefits that science and nature have to offer into a unique proprietary blend. NEUD’s new carrot seed and goat milk range includes products such as face wash, hydrating and moisturizing lotions, skin repair and renewal creams, hair oil, shampoos and hair conditioners.

A natural powerhouse of vital vitamin A; α, β and γ carotenes, and carotenoids, carrot seed extract is the latest rage in aromatherapy worldwide. It is known to have been used by ancient Indians, Romans, Egyptians, Greeks, French and the Chinese for skin and hair care.
Similarly, goat milk’s benefits in cosmetics have so amazing that some dermatologists call it “the skin’s superfood”that is “redefining the future of medicine”. Unlike other cosmetic ingredients, goat milk contains tiny fat globules that can penetrate layers of skin to transport vital minerals and vitamins. It is also naturally loaded with Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs), a class of cosmeceuticals that helps promotes collagen, removes age spots, prevents wrinkles, brightens skin complexion, removes dead skin cells and promotes the generation of new skin cells.

Excited about the new launch, Chirag Pan, CEO, PAN Healthcare, promoters of NEUD says, “Customers often find it difficult to decipher the actual ingredients used in beauty products even after reading the labels. Chemically induced products impact human health even at low potency. Therefore, NEUD has created these two luxurious ranges of pure beauty products with the goodness of carrot seed extract and goat milk. Full of beneficence for the skin and hair, made from the purest ingredients plucked right from nature’s lap, these products will turn back the time on your skin, making it ageless and iridescent.”

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Poor Lifestyle Choices Double The Risk of Arthritis: Warn Doctors

Mumbai: Arthritis cases are on the rise. Rheumatoid Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Psoriatic Arthritis, Gout, and Lupus are some types of arthritis. While rheumatoid arthritis is one of the most painful types of arthritis affecting the joints, surrounding tissues, organs, and leading to the highest number of deaths. Certain risk factors like obesity, smoking, stress and a sedentary lifestyle increase the likelihood of getting some types of arthritis or making it worse. It is possible to decrease the risk of arthritis by maintaining a healthy weight, exercising, eat a well-balanced diet, de-stressing, and quitting smoking.

Arthritis is a debilitating condition that leads to pain in the joints and surrounding joints. A large number of people are battling arthritis, some continue to suffer in silence, and many cases go unreported. There are certain lifestyle factors that can increase the risk of arthritis, and leave one crippled for life.

Dr. Dhiraj Sonawane, Orthopaedic Consultant ,Apollo Spectra Mumbai said, “There are many types of arthritis, and the symptoms vary from person to person. Some arthritis is more common in women like osteoarthritis (OA), rheumatoid arthritis (RA), and fibromyalgia. Gout is more common in men. One in five women suffer from RA. People who are overweight or obese may encounter knee osteoarthritis. Excess weight can also worsen osteoarthritis worse. Being overweight will pressurize the joints like hips and knees. Even bacteria and viruses infect joints and cause arthritis. Joint injury and repetitive stress can take a toll on the joint and lead to osteoarthritis in that joint. Even high levels of estrogen (female sex hormone also seen in males) can invite arthritis. Menopause, a previous infection, and stress aggravate arthritis symptoms. Initially, around 10-15 youngsters with arthritis visited me. Now, more than 20 youngsters above 30 come with early arthritis especially who are desk job binded.”

Dr Shyam Thakkar, Orthopedic (Foot and Ankle Specialist) at Lokmanya Hospital, Mumbai, said, “Arthritis is now becoming a common problem in Indian population. Most of these patients are above the age of 50 years. Almost, 6 out of 10 patients in our OPD are suffering from arthritis. Most commonly affected joints in arthritis in India are the knee. However, we are also seeing increase in incidence in arthritis in Foot & Ankle, Hips and other joints. Unfortunately, the incidence of arthritis is increasing in younger age group also. The reason for this may be because of increase in participation in sports resulting in sports injuries and other joint related problems especially around the Foot and Ankle which are being neglected. If these problems are diagnosed at an early stage, it can be prevented and treated without surgery. But once the arthritis progresses, surgery may be required. Therefore, the problem can be reduced if the treatment is done at the right time without ignoring joint pain.”

Dr. Fahad Shaikh Senior Orthopaedic Surgeon at Kohinoor Hospital said, “Osteoarthritis of the knee happens in people following occupations that involve repetitive knee bending and squatting. Smoking raises one’s chances of RA and worsens the prognosis of it. Smoking makes it difficult to stay physically active, which is essential in managing RA and other types of arthritis. According to population senses 2011 India has 104 million elderly (60 years) which is expected to grow to 170 million by 2026. According to UN population Fund And Help Age India. Younger population may be affected with joints disorder. Following injury or inflammatory arthritis. Internal derangements of knee and hip is quite common in younger age group due to active lifestyle and sports.

Dr. Sonawane said, “A sedentary lifestyle will worsen the symptoms. There is pain and stiffness in the joints due to various types of arthritis, and the muscles surrounding it can become weak. The tendons and other soft tissue get inflamed causing joint instability. Staying physically active can help improve flexibility in joints and the surrounding muscles. Strength training helps build muscle mass and tendon strength to stabilize and support joints. Walking, swimming, yoga, Pilates, quadriceps exercises and cycling can do the trick. If the pain is aggravated then just rest and make sure that you fully recover. Sleep to reduce fatigue, and eat well. Avoid foods with sugar, saturated and trans fats causing inflammation. Expose yourself to sun every morning, eat Vitamin D and calcium rich diet, take regular breaks after every 45 minutes. Avoid sitting and Squatting, ground level activities, Indian toilets, obesity, smoking, do not delay consulting orthopaedician, and say no to long term painkillers.”

DrKure brings @home healthcare for Odisha Citizens

Bhubaneswar: Health Service at the doorstep – the concept has been developed by renowned doctors and specialists to cater to the basic health needs of the citizens of Odisha.

The healthcare at home is delivered through the app ‘DrKure’, which includes consulting a doctor online, clinic or home visit, home sample collection, medicine delivery, physiotherapy, nursing care, nutritionists advice, ambulance service besides remote health monitoring of a patient through smart health devices.

‘The home healthcare service is available to individuals and also includes Corporate care for employees. The app service is limited to Bhubaneswar now and it will be gradually extended to other key cities of Odisha. Our mantra is 3 P’s i.e. Preventive, Proactive and Personalized care‘, Chief Medical Officer Dr. Archana Mallick said in a press release.

People can download the app on both the android play store and iOS devices, she added.

‘We aim to create a Health Mart in Bhubaneswar very soon where people can get all basic health service with availability of smart health devices,’ Co-founder Dr. S.C. Mallick said. Eminent Doctors like Skin Specialist Dr. S C Mallick (founder), Onco Surgeon Dr. Soumen Roy, Surgeon Dr. Sangram Mohapatra, Gynaecologist Dr. Monica Gupta, Neurologist Dr. Akash Agrawal, Endocrinologist Dr. Sandip Sahu, Nephrologist Dr. Bapu Nayak, Medicine Specialist Dr. Jayashree Das among others are on board to provide health consultation to the patients through this app.

The app service is designed for NRI parents, Corporate employees, and other patients, who require 360-degree health service under a single umbrella. Drkure already touched upon thousands of lives in Odisha and making them fit, healthy and safe in this pandemic time.