1. Internet-of-things: According to MarketResearch.com, the healthcare IoT market is slated to be at $117 billion by 2020. As a disruptive technology, IoT facilitates real time capture of data through smart sensors and wearable devices, exchanges the captured information on Cloud and with BI/Analytical tools, analyzes the information streams much rapidly than conventional means. The massive use of embedded systems is ushering in a “connect […]

People suffering from irritable bowel syndrome generally experience symptoms that cause discomfort. When these issues occur, people often seek the assistance of a doctor. A physician can assess a patient’s condition to make an IBS diagnosis. After diagnosis, the next step involves treatment to relieve distress. Common Symptoms A physician will assess a patient’s symptoms to determine whether IBS is possible. Anyone who experiences issues […]

ned the page on the calendar – the chocolate roses, truffles, heart-shaped foods and all that jazz are behind us. I’m not trying to dismiss February 14 as insignificant, but I do want to remind you that the heart is bigger than one day. I want you to give equal attention to keeping your heart healthy and adopting a lifestyle that will help keep it […]

Laser spine surgery is a procedure that is now widely used to treat a number of back conditions, including sciatica, radiculopathy, annular tears, lumbar disc herniations and several more. It is particularly popular with patients as it is a minimally invasive procedure, and only local anaesthetic is required, differentiating it from other types of back surgery. As there are several different types of surgery and […]

You may be enjoying the stage of being pregnant or you may have already welcomed a new little life into this world. Whichever way, this time is a very exciting one but there are a number of responsibilities that need to be taken care of. Besides selecting the name and baby-proofing the house, it is also very important to choose a good pediatrician for your […]

When I was setting my goals for this year, my main theme was around having fun. This is because I realised that even though I love my work, I wasn’t having enough down time, relaxation and fun. This is so important because if we’re not having fun then what is the point. This definitely transfers over to eating. Being on a diet is not fun. […]

e other day, I received a rather nice complement from a colleague who noted my excellent shape and fitness. Let me tell you, staying in shape at this level is a lot of work, it’s a huge sacrifice, but I feel worth it. But, not being a fitness consultant or personal trainer I wondered exactly what advice could I give that would work for almost […]

Neurologists are specialists who are qualified to diagnose and treat diseases of the peripheral nervous system. Some of the most common neurological diseases include: Alzheimer’s – occurs in the elderly, it involves memory loss. Migraine – more common in women, it refers to the throbbing pain on a part of the brain; and Parkinsons – which refers to the trembling of hands and feet, generally […]

You don’t have to be a stark to worry about winter. This season can bring anyone down with colds and flu. All the time, you don’t need modern medicine to help you stay healthy this winter. Here are eight natural ways to prevent getting sick during the winter:   Drink plenty of fluids. As winter brings dry air, staying hydrated throughout the day gets more challenging. […]

Whether you or a loved one has an ostomy, one thing is certain, there is a lot to learn. It can be confusing to say the least when you first start caring for your ostomy. Your nurses and doctors will be using terms you may have never heard before. They may reference things you can’t even picture because you have never seen them before. I […]