2023-08-31 15:12
Drug overdose cases have increased in recent years, particularly among India’s north and north-eastern regions. The causes are many, and in many instances, the overuse of opioids has c… Read More
Blog Directory > Health & Fitness Blogs > Online Appointment with Best Doctors at Gigadocs health-and-fitness Blog >
Online Appointment With Best Doctors At Gigadocs Blog
gigadocs.com/blog
Tags:
health
donation
artificial intelligence
organ donation
opioid overdose
brain
breastfeeding
workplace wellbeing
blood
milk
The name Gigadocs is an amalgamation of the words, Giga meaning a Million and Docs meaning Documents. The ultimate goal of Gigadocs is to create a Healthcare Eco-system that pertains and serves every aspect of healthcare. Be it a simple doctor consultation or maintaining the complete family’s health records, including navigating the complicated insurance policies, Gigadocs strives to be a one stop shop that blankets over all aspects of healthcare, the smart way of course!!
2023-08-29 14:33
Being active and playing sports can significantly improve workplace well-being in several ways. A healthy and active lifestyle positively impacts physical, mental, and emotional health, whic… Read More
2023-08-20 04:38
Mosquitoes can harm us to the point of endangering our lives due to their ability to transmit diseases and cause physical discomfort. They are known to be vectors for various diseases caused… Read More
2023-08-12 04:25
At least one lakh of India’s 9.5 million annual deaths are thought to be potential donors, although less than 200 do so. There is a widening difference between patients requiring trans… Read More
2023-08-05 15:27
Mothers’ milk or breast milk is uniquely tailored to meet a baby’s nutritional needs during the first months of life. Being the best source of nutrition, breastmilk contains anti… Read More
2023-07-24 10:15
Chocolate has been the favorite among the young, and when one gets older, this liking converges to healthier versions of chocolate, like dark chocolate. Looking at statistics, traditionally… Read More
2023-07-18 11:07
How do we get nutrients from the food we eat?
The food we consume undergoes the digestion process that releases nutrients, including glucose, amino acids, fatty acids, vitamins, and miner… Read More
2023-07-04 07:52
Over the years, doctors have estimated someone’s risk of a heart attack using parameters that consider age, gender, smoking history, cholesterol, and blood pressure.
With the advent… Read More
2023-06-17 09:09
A brain tumor is an abnormal growth or mass of cells that develop within the brain. These tumors can originate from brain cells or may result from cancer that has spread (metastasized) from… Read More
2023-06-14 08:37
Blood – a specialized body fluid comprises four components, plasma, red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. Blood transports oxygen and nutrients to the lungs and tissues an… Read More
2023-06-06 08:05
Though the Government of India and the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) have made remarkable progress in improving food safety, work still needs to be completed to reduce… Read More
2023-06-06 07:59
Food, an indispensable part of our existence, contributes significantly to our health and well-being. However, food losses and wastage in India are significant. According to a United Nations… Read More
2023-05-27 08:24
Hypertension attacks at least one in four adults in India, but only about 12% of them have their blood pressure under control. India has set a target of a 25% relative reduction in the preva… Read More
2023-05-23 08:18
The thyroid, one of the body’s smallest organs, is a butterfly-shaped gland at the neck’s base, just below Adam’s apple. The thyroid consists of Triiodothyronine (T3) and t… Read More
2023-05-23 07:06
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), or Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME), is a complex and debilitating medical condition characterized by extreme fatigue or exhaustion that does not impr… Read More
World Immunization Week: Top 10 Immunization Doses That Must Be Administered To Kids And Adolescents
2023-05-11 11:20
No child should miss a lifesaving vaccine! However, over 25 million children missed at least one vaccination in 2021 alone.
Lifesaving vaccines save lives by helping the body develop immu… Read More
2023-05-10 12:35
Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), also called lupus, is a chronic autoimmune condition that can impact many body organs. Lupus frequently strikes people between 15-45 years. Compared to in… Read More
2023-05-08 13:40
Thalassemia (also spelled thalassaemia) is an inherited blood disorder characterized by abnormal production of hemoglobin, the protein responsible for carrying oxygen in red blood cells. It… Read More
2023-05-06 07:50
Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition characterized by inflammation and narrowing of the airways, which leads to recurring episodes of wheezing, breathlessness, chest tightness, and coug… Read More
2023-05-02 06:13
Many of us have suffered or seen someone near with an agonizing Inflammatory rheumatic disease. Severe rheumatic disease implies damage to the joints, connective tissues, and sometimes other… Read More
2023-04-26 08:56
According to UN estimates, India is the most populous country in the world, supporting over 67000 births per day. India contributes to one-sixth of the world’s childbirths; with the po… Read More
2023-04-22 10:53
Which is the largest solid organ in the body?
Which human organ has the unique capacity to regenerate itself after damage growing to a normal size even after up to 90% of it has been remo… Read More
2023-04-15 09:54
Do you suffer from regular shortness of breath, headaches, confusion, weakness, and red lumps which swell with pain? Did you take these symptoms with ease? We advise you not to take them lig… Read More
2023-04-13 08:39
We all would have faced some health condition, haven’t we? While some of these may not lead to extreme illness, lack of proper treatment or ignoring symptoms could lead to major compli… Read More
2023-04-11 07:17
Did you know? According to the WHO, South-East Asia Region accounts for about 2% of the burden of malaria cases globally, out of which India is responsible for 79% of cases. Astoundingly, In… Read More
2023-04-04 06:28
Who doesn’t like powerful antioxidants in their food? Like the superfood guava, bell peppers, kiwifruit, strawberries, oranges, papayas, and broccoli? What is common in all? We sa… Read More
2023-04-02 11:07
Did you know? Autism affects 1 in 100 children in India under ten!
Autism, also known as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects communication, socia… Read More
2023-04-01 10:23
On January 5, 2020, three years ago, the Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention declared the onslaught of the novel coronavirus. This coronavirus was the beginning of a pandemic o… Read More
2023-03-28 06:36
Do you know about Orphan disease?
In case you are wondering what it is, let us explain. Orphan diseases, also known as rare diseases, are medical conditions that affect a small percentage… Read More
2023-03-14 17:19
“Thinking” is a tiny little word and activity we do every moment, consciously or unconsciously! Ever wondered why we think? The answer is simple: thinking helps us understand and… Read More
2023-03-11 18:17
Epilepsy affects approximately 50 million people worldwide, making it one of the most common neurological disorders, yet we don’t talk much about it. Why?
To begin, Epilepsy, a neur… Read More
2023-03-10 12:19
Over one-third of the world’s population is infected by worms, with children experiencing the most severe infections. Long-lasting and chronic stomach infections can severely impact a… Read More
2023-03-07 16:57
A long hospital stay.. Sounds stressful? You’ll be eager to return to your house once your condition improves. Yet, leaving the hospital does not imply that you are entirely recovered… Read More
2023-03-04 16:29
Everybody has experienced throbbing pain in the gums and around their teeth. Even though many of us may decide to ignore it at first, dental discomfort only grows worse with time. To commemo… Read More
2023-03-01 10:17
What initially enters your thoughts when you hear the month of February? Right, it’s Valentine’s Day. February is not just about celebrating love; it’s also about using the… Read More
2023-02-04 10:32
Education serves as both a stand-alone health support mechanism and a growth accelerator. Health and well-being are built on a foundation of high-quality education. People need information i… Read More
2023-02-04 05:58
We all have heard about Breast Cancer; it is the most widespread cancer in women, accounting for more than 1 in 10 new cancer diagnoses yearly. Let’s learn more about this second-leadi… Read More
2023-02-01 09:56
When we speak of pollution, India is the third most polluted country in the world (*Source- World Population Review)
In our daily life, we are surrounded by a number of pollutants that ir… Read More
2023-01-28 14:06
Trust is one of the cornerstones of the healthcare system. Patients must believe that the individuals and institutions delivering them care have their best interests in mind. When visiting a… Read More
2023-01-21 14:01
Leprosy was long thought to be a dangerous and extremely contagious illness, but today we know it is not communicable and that treatment is quite successful. The infectious disease leprosy r… Read More
2023-01-17 13:56
Education serves as both a stand-alone health support mechanism and a growth accelerator. Health and well-being are built on a foundation of high-quality education. People need information i… Read More
2023-01-17 07:25
We all would have heard that ‘Laughter is the best medicine.’ But have we followed it every day?
The benefits of a good laugh are one too many, your mood instantaneously impro… Read More
2023-01-13 08:36
Every year on January 12, National Youth Day is observed to honor the principles and teachings of Swami Vivekananda. Vivekananda was outspoken on the value of youth empowerment and education… Read More
2023-01-04 05:56
Childhood blindness and its prevalence in India may not be widely known. In addition to the 18 million children with moderate to severe vision impairment, around 1.5 million children are bli… Read More
2023-01-01 10:57
The new year is here, and so are our resolutions. New Year is a fresh beginning to new possibilities to start the new year with renewed vigor. Your plans to join a gym, explore a n… Read More
2022-12-31 10:11
A sustainable ecosystem is crucial to human health, which explains why human survival will continue to be disrupted if species losses persist.
Communities cannot function properly without… Read More
2022-12-28 11:10
We have many food items on our dining table, but have you ever thought about which are organic and healthy? Of late, there has been a trend about going organic and its underlying benefits. E… Read More
2022-12-22 11:37
Staying healthy is vital, but several factors, including unhealthy personal habits, poor diet, physical inactivity, and excessive workload, can harm most people’s health. Multiple heal… Read More
2022-12-20 08:45
“Mathematics is food for the brain… It helps you think precisely, decisively, and creatively and helps you look at the world from multiple perspectives.”
-Dr. Art… Read More
2022-12-13 17:53
About 15% of the worldwide population is affected by Disability. While disability prevalence is higher in developing countries, those in developed or underdeveloped are not left out. More th… Read More
2022-12-02 18:23
What is a Carbon footprint? It is the harmful gases we/ business houses emit while using and disposing of a product or a service. It includes the emission of carbon dioxide, fluorinated gase… Read More
2022-12-02 08:35
Radiology is essential in disease management; its imaging diagnosis provides specific details about structural or disease-related changes, and early detection can save countless lives.
Th… Read More
2022-12-01 13:50
No country in the world is on track to meet the WHO’s 2025 obesity targets. The World Obesity Federation, a lead partner to global obesity agencies like the WHO, has warned that by 203… Read More
2022-11-30 09:26
We, as adults, can’t imagine a life without technology and the internet. The same applies to our young ones, who are first exposed to technological devices as toddlers. This goes witho… Read More
2022-11-23 08:20
If you have difficulty breathing, especially while climbing stairs- Beware, it could be COPD. COPD refers to a group of diseases, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema. COPD m… Read More
2022-11-19 14:51
Being healthy is essential for people of all ages. We experience health issues and become more susceptible to chronic diseases when we age. Changing lifestyle factors such as incre… Read More
2022-11-17 08:15
Pneumonia is the world’s leading infectious killer of adults and children, claiming the lives of 2.5 million people in 2019, including 672,000 children under five. COVID-19 has added o… Read More
2022-11-17 07:50
This week we celebrate Children’s Day, World Diabetes Day on November 14th, and World Prematurity Day on November 17th. Amidst all the celebrations this week, let us raise awareness of… Read More
2022-11-11 12:14
Many Cancers can be treated when screened early- Indian Cancer Society.
For many of us, Cancer is a scary disease; however, specialists believe that Cancer screening can aid in spott… Read More
2022-11-07 13:40
Chronic diseases like heart attacks and cardiac arrests are common and are not associated with one’s age. Needless to say, cardiac arrest affects many people, and look around you… Read More
2022-11-02 13:16
Our human body faces stress and is designed to handle stress. When you face challenges (stressors), your body responds physically and mentally; this is called stress. In short, it is th… Read More
2022-11-01 08:40
The sudden, unexpected, and unexplained death of a healthy baby is known as Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). Most SIDS deaths occur during a baby’s first six months of li… Read More
2022-10-26 11:25
Sometimes, we can all be “sad” or “blue” in our lives. Needless to say, we would have felt sad, anxious, or depressed at some other point in our life but do we unders… Read More
2022-10-25 17:42
More than 730 million women worldwide have experienced gender-based violence; those in low- and lower-middle-income countries are affected the most. The COVID-19 pandemic has only increased… Read More
International Day Of The Girl Child: Health Issues Faced By Girls And How Can Teleconsultation Help?
2022-10-21 16:22
Women make up half of the world’s population and about 80% of consumer purchasing decisions in the healthcare industry; however, their health is often taken for granted. Consider this:… Read More
2022-10-20 08:50
World Osteoporosis Day is celebrated on October 20 to raise global awareness about osteoporosis and metabolic bone disease prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. Did you know? An osteoporotic… Read More
2022-10-15 15:30
Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) are the leading cause of death worldwide, claiming over 17 million deaths yearly. The most common causes of death were coronary heart disease or strokes. The Wo… Read More
2022-10-13 18:17
Every month in India has its festivals and other major events. This is especially true this October as this month brings joy and festivities and important festivities to celebrate with… Read More
2022-09-28 17:45
The right to plan a family, contraception, and comprehending reproductive education is the highest among adolescent girls and women of reproductive age. The importance of birth control… Read More
2022-09-27 12:08
Cancer patients must have a strong will to overcome their disease’s mental and psychological effects. It frequently depletes your physical, mental, and financial resources. Read t… Read More
2022-09-21 17:55
Most of us will retain vivid memories as we age. Our ability to remember will not deteriorate rapidly or significantly. However, after age 65, nearly 40% of us will experience some form of m… Read More
2022-09-20 11:20
After the covid pandemic and its successive strains, though the cases have reduced, Monkeypox is now doing the rounds and infecting a lot of people. Simply put, monkeypox virus is behind the… Read More
2022-09-10 17:23
Suicide is fatal. Every 40 seconds, someone dies of Suicide
Every year, an estimated 703,000 people commit suicide around the world. The more in-depth stats are more disturbing. For every… Read More
2022-09-08 17:55
Ever had an illness that made it difficult to move? A physiotherapist must have recommended a few exercises to help you get back on your feet. If you are wondering who a physiotherapist is?… Read More
2022-09-05 09:10
Food does more than provide calories and energy to the body. A balanced diet provides the much-needed nutrition that includes vitamins and minerals your body needs for proper… Read More
2022-08-30 17:57
Sports is an excellent medium that goes a long way to safeguard your health and wellbeing.They provide you with an exciting routine and a healthy body. Physical conditionaing like playing sp… Read More
2022-08-26 07:31
Even though the women population in India has grown steadily, there are many aspects in which women struggle to achieve gender equality.
What is Gender equality? It is defined as the sta… Read More
2022-08-24 18:25
Gifting someone a heartbeat, the gift of sight, and the opportunity to walk again is priceless. Organ Donation is the greatest gift and allows recipients to reclaim their most important… Read More
2022-08-22 17:55
The World Health Organization data estimates that mosquito borne diseases kill about 725000 people worldwide, of which Malaria alone is responsible for over 6,00,000 deaths. A distant s… Read More
2022-08-19 10:10
On several fronts, India’s healthcare sector has much going for it. With the availability of telecom bandwidth, medical expertise is reaching the underserved rural markets with the hel… Read More
2022-08-12 05:19
Youth are the most vital and active segment of any country’s population. More than half of India’s population is under 25 and more than 65% under 35. Youngsters of today are bett… Read More
2022-08-05 13:40
Breastmilk is a magic portion giving all the energy an infant needs in the first few months of their life. Breastmilk provides all of a child’s nutritional needs in the crucial startin… Read More
2022-08-04 17:34
Your liver is the second-largest organ in your body (after the skin). It is about the size of a football and sits just under your ribcage on the right side. As nutrients and waste pass throu… Read More
2022-07-26 13:29
In this blog, let’s learn more about Hepatitis, World Hepatitis Day, Hepatitis vaccines, and how to get tested for Hepatitis. Let us begin with the various types of Hepatitis-
What… Read More
2022-07-26 11:55
IVF or in-vitro fertilization gives a ray of hope to childless couples who want to have a child. It serves as both a diagnostic and a therapeutic tool. It can detect fertilization and… Read More
2022-07-26 10:50
The emotional, physical, and financial burden of long-term illness can significantly impact the health and quality of life of the elderly, their family, and caregivers. In India, about… Read More
2022-07-21 09:40
The world’s population reached 7 billion in 2011, which will increase to eight million by this November. However, population growth is not as rapid as it once was. Howe… Read More
2022-07-12 11:02
A healthy mind & body needs a healthy relationship with food. However, beginning or developing a balanced relationship with healthy foods, particularly dark chocolate, may sign… Read More
2022-07-08 18:15
The internet can provide us with valuable information at times, but it can also lead to inadequate knowledge, which many of you may have already experienced. Nowadays, a new trend is noticed… Read More
2022-07-05 11:30
Illegal or illicit substance addiction can result in serious health issues. Unfortunately, drug use and addiction are at epidemic levels worldwide, including in India.
Drug, alcohol, or b… Read More
2022-06-29 17:59
You won’t remember a time before the Internet if you were born after 1995. For many kids and teenagers today, using social media and smartphones to stay connected is just part of growi… Read More
2022-06-24 18:21
PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) is an anxiety disorder that develops in some people after witnessing or experiencing an event that caused or threatened serious harm or death. Sleep pro… Read More
2022-06-14 18:00
Donating blood is lifesaving. Apart from saving lives, it is beneficial to those who donate blood, helping them with a healthier heart and overall wellbeing.
Each type of blood donation a… Read More
2022-06-11 12:55
Over the years, child Labor has decreased by 38%. However, more than 150 million children are affected by child labor and add to the worsening impacts of Covid 19. Child labor is prevalent i… Read More
2022-06-10 18:12
There are over 120 different types of brain tumors. You’re mistaken if you think that all brain tumors are cancerous. All brain tumors are not cancerous, but even benign tumors ca… Read More
2022-06-10 13:05
Cycling is a healthy aerobic exercise benefiting your blood vessels, lungs and heart. Cycling has prolonged health benefits, including breathing deeper, sweating more, and having a high… Read More
2022-06-04 18:12
Dementia affects one person every three seconds around the world, with nearly 50 million people living with the disease. Worse the number of those affected is expected to cross 132 million b… Read More
2022-06-03 17:46
Working from home sounds like a dream to many people—no noisy coworkers, no commute related hassles, and no one telling you to dress up. However, while working from home may give you m… Read More
2022-05-27 18:28
Good digestive health allows the body to break down food and absorb nutrients properly. Constipation, heartburn, bloating, indigestion, and more serious digestive diseases are less likely in… Read More
2022-05-24 18:22
Tea has been liked by people worldwide for thousands of years, and with good reason. Tea can help boost your immune system, reduce inflammation, and even protect you from cancer and heart di… Read More
Subscribe to Online Appointment With Best Doctors At Gigadocs
Get updates delivered right to your inbox!