Women’s Health

The Need For Preventive Health Checkups For The Elderly

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The old adage, ‘Prevention is better than cure’ stands true, especially for the elderly. With a rise in age, it becomes increasingly essential to keep a check on not just physical health but functional ability, cognitive health & emotional health as well. With timely preventive health check-ups, one can spot and address risk factors for certain diseases that might crop up with old age.

PCOD and Diabetes: Is There A Link Between the Two?

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Nowadays, many young ladies are diagnosed with PCOD (Poly Cystic Ovarian Disease).Studies reveal that 1 out of every 5 young women is suffering from PCOD in India. That really is a depressing number. PCOD is a condition that disrupts a woman’s endocrine system and raises her level of androgens (male hormones) and is seen to have a genetic connection.

Thirsty Too Often? It Might Be The Dreaded D Disease!

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Picture this: It’s been five minutes since you gulped down almost two glasses of water, and yet, precisely after those five minutes, you just can’t help but feel thirsty again. You get up from your seat, on a quest to quench this never-ending thirst. But in the back of your mind, you can’t stop these thoughts from echoing in your mind on a loop- ‘What is wrong with me? Why am I always thirsty?’

Pregnancy Diet: Common Foods To Avoid During Pregnancy

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When you are pregnant and you want to savor your favorite foods, the first question that arises in your mind is “Should I eat this or not”? While most foods could be safe to include in your daily diet, there are many that should not be as it might be harmful to the growing baby. Getting the right nutrition is as essential as it is to prepare for the inevitable medical costs related to pregnancy. To avoid your budget going awry, you can insure yourself with a no waiting period OPD health plan.