Germany lowers voting age to 16 for the European elections
By: Gabriele Abels Ahead of the European parliament elections in June, Germany has lowered the age limit on participation to 16. This makes it the largest of just a handful of states in the EU to allow people under the age of 18 to vote. Austria, Belgium and Malta have already enfranchised 16 and 17-year-olds, […]
NEET journey: Learning, failing, thriving
By: Aubaid Ahmad Akhoon In life’s journey, mistakes often serve as unexpected detours that lead us down uncharted paths. Yet, it is through these detours that we discover hidden treasures of wisdom and resilience. Just as milk transforms into yogurt and cheese, and grape juice evolves into wine, our mistakes have the potential to metamorphose […]
The sitting versus standing option?
By: Christian Brakenridge People have a pretty intuitive sense of what is healthy – standing is better than sitting, exercise is great for overall health and getting good sleep is imperative. However, if exercise in the evening may disrupt our sleep, or make us feel the need to be more sedentary to recover, a […]
Organ donation can help save lives
By: Dr Satyavan Saurabh Three lakh patients are waiting for organ donation in the country and the increase in the number of donors in the country is not keeping pace with the demand. Experts say the country urgently needs to increase donation rates, and there should be more awareness among ICU doctors and families about […]
Rights, Legal protection for private school teachers
By: Mohammad Nadeem Private school teachers in India are the backbone of our education system, shaping the minds of future generations. However, despite their pivotal role, many teachers are unaware of their rights and legal protections. In this comprehensive guide, we will look into the essential aspects of the rights and legal safeguards available to […]
Robotics in GI-HPB Cancers: A new milestone in Minimally Invasive Surgery
By: Dr. Neeraj Chaudhary The integration of robotic technology represents a transformative leap forward in precision, efficiency, and patient outcomes in GI-HPB cancer surgeries. From the traditional open surgeries to the adoption of laparoscopic techniques and now the emergence of robotic-assisted procedures, the evolution of surgical approaches has ushered in a new era of innovation […]
Burping the babies?
By: Karleen Gribble, Nina Jane Chad Parents are often advised to burp their babies after feeding them. Some people think burping after feeding is important to reduce or prevent discomfort crying, or to reduce how much a baby regurgitates milk after a feed. It is true babies, like adults, swallow air when they eat. Burping […]
Fast food is not safe for children
By: Mohammad Nadeem Fast food or junk food is a generic term for all kinds of foods which are rich in energy, because they contain a lot of fat and sugar, as well as salt, but are relatively low in other important nutrients such as protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals. However, fast food is extremely […]
Healthy teeth are wondrous and priceless
By: Samer Zaky At an auction in England in 2011, one of John Lennon’s teeth sold for just over USD 31,000. How much are your teeth worth? Teeth are amazing little miracles. They light up our smiles, we use them to speak and we chew with them more than 600 times at every meal. Yet, […]
Understanding Electrophysiology and Arrhythmia
By: Dr T.S. Kler Electrophysiology is a branch of cardiology that focuses on the electrical activity of the heart and its relationship with heart rhythm disorders, known as arrhythmias. Arrhythmias are abnormalities in the rhythm of the heart, which can manifest as irregular heartbeats or abnormal heart rates. These disturbances can range from harmless to […]