Antibiotics are medicines used to treat bacterial infections. They work by either killing bacteria or stopping them from multiplying. Key Points About Antibiotics Effective only against bacteria – not viruses...

The Health Department has issued precautions to prevent heart attacks. Health experts state that a heart attack occurs when the blood flow to the heart is blocked or reduced due...

Recognizing diabetes early is important because timely diagnosis helps prevent complications. Here are the key signs, symptoms, and ways diabetes is usually detected: Common Symptoms of Diabetes 1. Frequent urinationYou...

As part of the revised referral procedure for transferring patients from lower-level hospitals to better-equipped facilities for specialized treatment, the Health Department has announced that control rooms will be set...

Pneumonia is an infection that causes inflammation in the air sacs (alveoli) of one or both lungs. These air sacs may fill with fluid or pus, making it difficult for...

A walkathon was held in Kochi to raise awareness about vascular diseases, the importance of vascular health, and the prevention of amputations. The event was organized as part of the...

Vaccines are one of the greatest achievements in modern medicine. They protect individuals and communities from infectious diseases that once caused widespread illness, disability, and death. Here’s why vaccines are...

Health Minister Veena George announced that permission has been granted for five new Cath Labs in the state. Until now, there were no government cardiology treatment centers or Cath Labs...

Cancer is a group of diseases in which abnormal cells grow uncontrollably, invade nearby tissues, and may spread to other parts of the body. It can affect any organ —...