Recurring infections with the SARS-CoV-2 virus may heighten the probability of organ failure and mortality, as indicated by a study recommending increased vigilance to minimize the risk of reinfection. The research, disclosed in the journal Nature Medicine on Thursday, reveals that recurrent COVID-19 infections substantially amplify the risk of adverse…

Globally, an estimated two billion individuals suffer from iodine deficiency, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). Dr. Ashoka Varshini Panga, a corporate pathologist at Apollo Diagnostics, emphasizes that while prevalent in impoverished nations due to limited access to nutritious food, iodine deficiency can also affect individuals in industrialized countries…

Pregnancy brings about significant physical, mental, and emotional changes in a woman’s body. Dr. Payal Narang, a consultant obstetrician and gynecologist at Motherhood Hospital Lullanagar, notes that hormonal fluctuations during pregnancy often lead to mood swings. Negative thoughts and worries, particularly during first or unexpected pregnancies, are common. Dr. Narang…

Blood pressure, the force exerted by the heart as it pumps blood throughout the body, requires regular monitoring to ensure it remains within a healthy range. Understanding systolic pressure (the force pushing blood out) and diastolic pressure (pressure in arteries between heartbeats) is crucial in discussions about blood pressure. Regular…