Health and Wellness

Relieve Herniated Disc Pain: The Benefits of Physiotherapy

Relieve Herniated Disc Pain: The Benefits of Physiotherapy Published on: 30th September 2024 Medically reviewed by: Physiotherapist at First Response Healthcare Herniated discs, a common and often debilitating condition, can cause significant pain and discomfort, affecting daily life and mobility. While various treatment options exist, disc herniation physiotherapy has emerged as a highly effective approach

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Health Tips

Understanding Elderly Care: Important Tips and Considerations for Caregiver

Understanding Elderly Care: Important Tips and Considerations for Caregivers Published on: 24th September 2024 Medically reviewed by: Dr. Huda Hassan Khan Maintaining quality of life with dignity and respect is very important for old-age people. As a family member, professional caregiver, or friend, it is crucial to know how to make aging folks feel comfortable,

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Health Tips

Early Signs of Childhood Asthma: What Parents Should Watch For

Early Signs of Childhood Asthma: What Parents Should Watch For Published on: 24th September 2024 Medically reviewed by: Dr. Diana Salama Not just adults, children can also have asthma, a chronic respiratory disease that affects the lungs. The child finds difficulty breathing due to the narrowing and swelling of the airways. If the condition is

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Health and Wellness

COVID-19 PCR Test Requirements in the UAE: What Has Changed and What is the Same?

COVID-19 PCR Test Requirements in the UAE: What Has Changed and What is the Same? Published on: 24th September 2024 Medically reviewed by: Dr. Sohail Bana When the COVID-19 pandemic was at its peak stage, almost every country prioritized a polymerase chain reaction test i.e. PCR test, for people showing symptoms of the condition, wanting

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Health Tips

Early Signs of HIV: What Women and Men Should Look Out For

Early Signs of HIV: What Women and Men Should Look Out For Published on: 3rd October 2024 Medically reviewed by: Dr Huda Hassan Khan Human immunodeficiency virus or HIV affects a person’s immune system by weakening it. The infection is transmittable through blood, semen, and vaginal fluids. Early detection of the virus can facilitate timely

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Home Remedies

Top Home Remedies for Easing a Stiff Neck: Tips and Techniques

Top Home Remedies for Easing a Stiff Neck: Tips and Techniques Published on: 24th September 2024 Medically reviewed by: PT. Clinia Ramiscal While a stiff neck can happen due to improper posture, sitting upright for long hours, or sleeping in the same position, it can indicate serious underlying concerns too such as inflammation of tissues,

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Medical Treatment

Shortness of Breath: Signs That Indicate You Should See a Doctor

Shortness of Breath: Signs That Indicate You Should See a Doctor Published on: 19th September 2024 Medically reviewed by: Dr. Sohail Bana If you feel a tightness in your chest with breathing difficulty, as if unable to get enough air in your lungs, you have just experienced shortness of breath or Dyspnea. While the feeling

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Health and Wellness

How Does Obesity Impact the Future of a Nation’s Health and Economy?

How Does Obesity Impact the Future of a Nation’s Health and Economy? Published on: 19th September 2024 Medically reviewed by: Dr Huda Hassan Khan Having excessive body fat can lead to obesity in both adults and children. The condition causes chronic diseases and affects overall well-being. However, you can manage your weight and take prescribed

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Health and Wellness

Strep Throat vs. Tonsillitis Key Differences and Symptoms to Watch For

Strep Throat vs. Tonsillitis Key Differences and Symptoms to Watch For Published on: 18th September 2024 Medically reviewed by: Dr. Zainab Alhuishmawi Inflammation of the tonsils leads to tonsillitis, while strep throat or streptococcal pharyngitis is a throat inflammation caused by the bacterium Streptococcus pyogenes. As the tonsils are a part of the pharynx (throat),

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Health and Wellness

Foodborne Illnesses: Understanding Risks and Ensuring Food Safety

Foodborne Illnesses: Understanding Risks and Ensuring Food Safety Published on: 18th September 2024 Medically reviewed by: Dr. Sohail Bana Eating contaminated foods containing harmful fungi, viruses, bacteria or particles can lead to foodborne illness or infection. They may have long-term or short-term consequences depending on the severity of the condition. It is advisable to follow

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