The season of Summer is here. While this season brings a lot of cheer to the mango lovers and ‘sunny days’ enthusiasts, it brings woes to people who are prone to getting dry eyes. As the temperature rises, so does the likelihood of experiencing this uncomfortable condition. But fear not! In this video, Dr. Shraddha Chandorkar, Consultant Ophthalmologist, Vitreo-Retinal Surgeon, Dr Agarwals Eye Hospital, Kalyan explains the causes behind dry eyes during the hot months and uncovers practical solutions to combat them. Don't let dry eyes put a damper on your summer fun. Watch our video now and keep your eyes healthy and cool in the sizzling season ahead.
27 April,2024 07:15 PM IST
Actor and Miss Universe, Sushmita Sen shares insights from her career which started in the nineties. Sushmita told Mid-day.com in its special series Sit With Hitlist about how she was never supposed to become an actor and that 'Dastak' was meant to be her only film. She described the whole story about how Mahesh Bhatt and Mukesh Bhatt approached her for a movie. Sushmita stated that she owes Mahesh Bhatt for her career. Watch the full video for more insights from the life of this superstar!
06 December,2023 08:34 PM IST
In an exclusive chat with Mid-day's 'Sit With Hitlist' segment, Sushmita Sen unravelled the journey to becoming Miss Universe. She spoke about the surprising cultural imprint she left in the Philippines. Sushmita mentioned how her victory cemented a legacy not just for India but also left a mark on the people of the Philippines. Sushmita revealed that there are girls in the country named after the actress! She stated 'This name is a Filipino name now' where girls are named like - Sushmita Sushmita Chagalung Mang and Sushmita Sen Chagalung Mang. The actress also mentioned that after India, Philippines is her second home.
25 November,2023 05:00 PM IST
Exclusive
This year marks the 10th Anniversary of World Brain Day, hosted annually on July 22 by the World Federation of Neurology (WFN). Bringing public awareness, we aim to promote their this year’s theme “brain health and disability; Leave no one behind.” When it comes to healthcare, many of us tend to hide or ignore our body's signals and may be reluctant to visit a doctor for regular checkups. However, denying these issues can have serious consequences. Let's break this habit! The pandemic served as a wake-up call, emphasising the importance of prioritising and caring for our mental health. Unfortunately, for many individuals, accessing private healthcare and life-saving drugs for neurological conditions like epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, dementia, and Parkinson's disease is simply unaffordable. The burden of out-of-pocket costs can lead to medical debt, compromising essentials like food, and even result in patients not taking their necessary medications as prescribed. To shed light on this growing challenge of neurological disorders, we had the opportunity to speak with Dr. Pankaj Agarwal, Senior Consultant Neurologist and Head of the Department of Neurology at Global Hospitals in Mumbai.
21 July,2023 07:20 PM IST | Mumbai
Monsoon diseases are a common occurrence with the onset of the rainy season. A range of viral infections and illnesses like the Common cold, Flu, Typhoid, Dengue and Leptospirosis grip people during this season hampering their health and wellness. We spoke to Dr. Manjusha Agarwal, Senior Consultant- Internal Medicine at Global Hospitals, Parel Mumbai to understand the ways in which we can protect ourselves from monsoon-related illnesses and the disease symptoms to watch out for.
05 July,2023 06:05 PM IST
While most of us are aware of common signs of a heart attack like chest pain and shortness of breath, atypical symptoms like constipation too can indicate towards a heart attack. Midday spoke to Dr. Ruchit Shah, one of the top most cardiologist in Mumbai and in this video he explains the signs and symptoms of a major heart attack.
20 March,2023 09:24 PM IST | Mumbai
According to Cardiologist Dr. Ruchit Shah, India is set to become the heart disease capital of the world. As more and more reports emerge of incidents of sudden cardiac death and heart attack, Dr Ruchit Shah gives out ways in which heart diseases can be prevented. In this exclusive Mid-day series of Health’s Up, we bring you the latest news and facts on health and wellness. Stay healthy, stay up!
14 March,2023 03:00 PM IST | Mumbai
As farmers struggle to contain the fast spreading Lumpy Skin Disease, an infectious disease that has affected an estimated 19,000 cattle in the state, dairy unions fear milk shortages will disrupt market and hit consumers. According to the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) of the United Nations, LSD is a viral vector-borne contagious pox disease seen in domestic cattle and the Asian water buffalo. The clinical features of the disease, as per a study published by researchers from the School of Veterinary Medicine, Shiraz University, Iran, include “fever, inappetence, nasal discharge, salivation and lachrymation, enlarged lymph nodes, loss of body weight and sometimes death”. Video file name:
26 September,2022 02:04 PM IST | Mumbai
Daily cases of #Covid19 have drastically reduced over the past few days, but there’s been a rise in respiratory infections, owing to a sudden drop in #mercury, unseasonal rain and air pollution. Health experts fear the city may witness an increase in allergy, viral and #Coronavirus cases, as viruses become more active in such weather conditions.
25 January,2022 08:16 PM IST | Mumbai
Mumbai doctors see rise in younger patients with complaints of heart-related issues after suffering from Covid-19, say there’s need for awareness so people seek medical help on time
09 August,2021 12:00 AM IST | MumbaiADVERTISEMENT
