Swollen feet, breathlessness, failing kidneys: Patient thought walking and avoiding sweets had cured his ‘sugar’. But his reports told another storyA doctor's account revealed a patient's severe kidney dysfunction and long-standing diabetes, stemming from a 20-year lapse in treatment af...
Revised NPS Swasthya Pension Scheme rules: Onboarding fee, coverage, claim process, premature exit and moreNew guidelines for NPS Swasthya Pension Scheme PoC 2 are now in effect. Health insurance benefits are mandatory for subscribers. The scheme...
‘Your sugar is normal’ can be misleading, warns Hyderabad doctor. Here's whyA normal fasting sugar reading can be misleading. It may hide early diabetes, causing silent damage to nerves and blood vessels. Doctors no...
Lancet study flags flaws in HbA1c test, says anemia distorts diabetes diagnosis in IndiaA new study in The Lancet highlights concerns about the HbA1c test for diabetes detection in India. This common test may not accurately sho...
Apollo doctor suggets 5 blood sugar-lowering daily activities and how much HbA1c could go downDr Sudhir Kumar, a neurologist, shared five lifestyle changes to lower HbA1c. Weight loss, regular exercise, a healthy diet, time-restricte...
Apollo doctor recommends: 5 lifestyle changes to reduce 'Glycosylated Hemoglobin' and prevent diabetes naturallyA senior neurologist from Apollo Hospitals outlined five science-backed lifestyle habits that can lower glycosylated haemoglobin (HbA1c) an...
High hbA1c a silent killer even if you are non-diabetic: How to lower it in 30 days with three simple steps. Check detailsHbA1c, a measure of average blood sugar, reveals diabetes risk and potential complications. High levels signal prolonged high sugar, stress...
The best exercise to lower HbA1c: How physical activity helps you control diabetes naturallyRegular exercise isn’t just about fitness; it’s one of the most powerful tools to manage blood sugar and reduce HbA1c levels in people with...
Walk after meals or morning walk or strength training? Apollo doctor suggests the best exercise for long-term blood sugar (HbA1c) controlFor effective long-term blood sugar control, an Apollo doctor recommends three exercises and how it will help in reducing long-term blood s...
The ‘C’ and ‘D’ of diabetesEarly control of HbA1c levels and weight in people with diabetes significantly reduces cardiac disease risk. Delays in treatment heighten c...
The ‘A’ and ‘B’ of diabetes: When less is moreHbA1c testing is crucial for diabetes management as it reflects average blood sugar levels over three months, unlike single-point fasting o...
Air India appoints hospitality design firm HBA for lounge upgrade at Delhi & New York airportsAir India has enlisted Hirsch Bedner Associates (HBA) to refurbish its lounges at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport and JFK Airpo...
A new term life insurance policy for diabetics: High premium but much-needed financial security, should you buy?Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance has now come up with a term insurance plan specially designed for people who have diabetes. Named as as Bajaj ...
Singapore's company monitors potential of wind energy off Gujarat and Tamil NaduAnil Bhatia, Vice President for Renewable and Hybrid Energy at HBA, said strong winds across deep seas off Gujarat and Tamil Nadu are most ...
Centre reduces interest rate on house building advance for government employeesAccording to the the Union Housing and Urban Affairs Ministry, the new interest rate has come into force from October 1.
Adding walnuts to your daily diet may help boost metabolismConsuming walnuts may help reduce the potential prevalence rate of diabetes by improving metabolic syndrome risk factors.
Loans up to Rs 25 lakh under House Building Advance for government employeesThe government notified the changes in rules on Thursday in its bid to give a fillip to the housing sector and push construction activities.