A persistent cough is usually linked to minor problems such as allergies, a common cold, or throat irritation. However, if a cough refuses to subside for weeks and gradually worsens, it could be an early symptom of lung cancer. Lung cancer is a condition in which cells in the lungs …
American author, Dave Barry once said, “Cigarette sales would drop to zero overnight if the warning said, CIGARETTE CONTAINS FAT.” While everyone knows that tobacco products in any form when smoked or used orally, have multiple negative effects on human health, most of them are ignored. According to the …
Most people know that smoking is bad for your health. It can increase your risk of cancer, cause problems during pregnancy and make you more likely to suffer from a stroke or heart attack. But even before you experience any of these catastrophic health problems, smoking has already made its …
World Kidney Day is observed annually on March 14 to raise awareness about the various risks to the kidneys as well as to improve access to treatment. The theme this year is Kidney Health for All – Advancing Equitable Access to Care and Optimal Medication Practice. Key lifestyle factors …