At least once during a lifetime, every human being goes through an episode of infection. This experience makes you meet a doctor and receive treatment, unless you yourself is a health care professional in which case you yourself can prescribe the med

Forgetfulness is a sign of old age. This could be associated with conditions such as dementia in the latter stages. One of the causes of dementia is Alzheimer’s disease which is described as a chronic neurodegenerative disease that usually star

While Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder or ADHD is relatively well recognized in children, when it comes to older age groups it is in a way more difficult to recognize. Many adolescents struggle with this issue and are likely to benefit from s

 Pregnancy is the next most awaited news after marriage. From the moment that the pregnancy test showes a positive result, newly expectant parents will plan out their entire pregnancy, leading up to the delivery and beyond. But unfortunately, th

MYTH: Birth control pills can cause weight gain and develop cancer.    

Sleep experts say our devices are keeping us awake for longer, which affects our sleep and health. So why on earth do we do it?

The process of producing a live human being starting from a single cell is fascinating. It’s made even more amazing by the fact that each step is perfectly synchronized and happens during a specific time period

Agoraphobia and Social Phobia (social anxiety disorder) are two different psychological disorders, which are closely related, but having a thin line differentiating the two. This makes it quite difficult to distinguish one from the other.We are all s

Have you ever wondered why you get cramps or gassy after drinking a cup of milk or eating yoghurt? It isn’t because you are allergic to milk or dairy as a whole, but because as you grow older you become more lactose intolerant. 

 MYTH: Eating fish while pregnant can make your baby intelligent. BUSTED: “There is such a belief that exists. And it has been proved that the fish can improve the brain development of the child in the womb. Eating small fish is recommende

During activities done at home, at your workplace or at the play ground, anyone may experience an injury. Some of these injuries are, bruises, straining of tissues, fractures or dislocations. When faced with an injury, treatment know

‘Health is wealth’ is a phrase in which every word is deemed true. While WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION defines health as physical, mental, social and spiritual well-being, 

Have you heard of the modern saying ‘Malithta gahaddi Chanchala adanawa’ (Chanchala crying when Malith is being punished)? There is a similar occurrence that we can relate to when talking about physical pain, from a medical perspective. &

Suicide isn’t the wish to die, but a final desperate attempt to draw the attention of those around him or her. It doesn’t respect class, creed, ethnicity or religion, but would strike anywhere, where the pain of mind exceeds the individ

Myth: Green tea can affect a woman’s menstrual cycle  

It’s essential for every living organism to have rest and proper sleep after engaging in hundreds of daily activities. A healthy sleep is defined as the duration and quality of sleep which optimizes an individual to maintain the maximum alertne

This week the Health Capsule has made arrangements to take the readers through a somewhat ‘shady’ topic related to the female reproductive tract. We call it shady because Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) may go untreated for years. This

What if I told you that pain keeps us alive? Literally? I remember, at the age of three or four years, being fascinated by the the chimney lamp that lighted our house during power cuts. The flame was yellow and moved and it was so beautiful. I alway

We are all too familiar with the red brown wax produced in our ears. Many of us attempt to clean it off using cotton buds and other objects. But what you are really doing is pushing the wax further in. Many people are unaware of how you have to deal

(Reuters Health) - Men who have been exposed to common chemicals known as parabens have lower testosterone levels and more sperm that are abnormally shaped and slow moving, according to a study that suggests these ingredients may contribute to infert

(Reuters Health) - Young adults who use the stimulant methamphetamine, sometimes called `speed,’ `ice,’ or `meth,’ may have an increased risk of strokes, a recent study  suggests.   

Interbody fusion is a spinal procedure recommended for patients who suffer from degenerated discs or other conditions where the spine is moving. Patient benefits include a lower risk of affecting other parts of the body, and also a lower risk of infe

Drugs are used to alleviate pain and suffering and to save lives of millions of people.  But this is possible if drugs are used in the proper way. From a simple drug as Paracetamol to anti cancer medication, the function of these drugs is immeas

MYTH: Anyone and everyone can bleach their teeth.  

How can we identify or diagnose a patient suffering from Bipolar Disorder and what are the treatments available for this condition?  

 No, it doesn’t have anything to do with rhinos. But Rhinosinusitis does have something to do with you getting a stuffy nose and a dull headache. 

These are all signs and symptoms of a protective mechanism in the body known as inflammation. This process will respond quickly to a trauma by dilating your blood vessels and increasing the perfusion to the site of injury. This ensures quick recovery

In the modern world the Television (TV) has become part and parcel of the lives of people. The TV not only conveys information, but serves as a mode of entertainment. Stress has its effects on both mind and body. 

(Reuters Health) - Women with anorexia nervosa or bulimia are up to four times more likely to be convicted of theft - often petty thefts like shoplifting - compared to peers without eating disorders, according to results from a large Swedish study. &

(Reuters Health) - Workers exposed to airborne toxins may have an elevated risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis, an immune system disorder that causes debilitating swelling and pain in the joints, a Swedish study suggests.