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On this World Environment Day, let us pledge to reduce, reuse, renew, recycle and protect our environment and go green for our better future.

This year's theme generates awareness about the importance of the accurate measurement of blood pressure. The main objective behind celebrating the day is to educate people and spread awareness about hypertension and its effects on the body. Some of the major causes of hypertension in young people are high-stress levels, obesity, poor dietary habits, and a sedentary lifestyle. It is also said that prolonged hypertension puts a person at a higher risk of various medical conditions, including chronic kidney disease, stroke, heart failure, etc.

Measure Your Blood Pressure Accurately, Control It, Live Longer.

Breathing should be effortless, yet for those living with asthma, it can feel like a daily battle. This World Asthma Day, let's unite to make a positive impact in the lives of those affected by this condition.

International Labour Day 2023: Every year, the occasion of International Labour Day is celebrated across the globe on May 01. Also known as May Day or Worker’s Day is observed to raise awareness and educate people about the importance and rights of workers. In several countries, Labour Day is a national holiday where several organisations organise campaigns for the betterment of their employees.

The first International Labour Day was celebrated on May 01, 1890, after the proclamation by the first International Congress of socialist parties in Europe on July 14th 1889 in Paris, France, to dedicate May 01 every year as the ‘Workers Day of International Unity and Solidarity.’

World Malaria Day is an occasion to highlight the need for continued investment and sustained political commitment for malaria prevention and control. It was instituted by WHO Member States during the World Health Assembly of 2007.

Eid-ul-Fitr is one of the most important festivals for Muslims all over the globe. The day marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan, in which Muslims observe fast from dusk to dawn. The month-long fasting, which is considered to be one the sternest one, ends on the eve of Eid after sighting the first crescent of the new moon.

Eid Mubarak to you and your family!

World Kidney Day is a worldwide health awareness campaign that is observed every year on the second Thursday of March. The theme for World Kidney Day 2023 is "Kidney Health for All – Preparing for the unexpected, supporting the vulnerable."

It is a joint effort by the International Society of Nephrology (ISN) and the International Federation of Kidney Foundations - World Kidney Alliance (IFKF-WKA). The day has been observed every year since 2006 and is significant as it provides for the advocacy of good kidney health for all.

Anaemia is a condition in which the number of red blood cells or the haemoglobin concentration within them is lower than normal. Haemoglobin is needed to carry oxygen and if you have too few or abnormal red blood cells, or not enough haemoglobin, there will be a decreased capacity of the blood to carry oxygen to the body’s tissues. This results in symptoms such as fatigue, weakness, dizziness and shortness of breath, among others. The optimal haemoglobin concentration needed to meet physiologic needs varies by age, s*x, elevation of residence, smoking habits and pregnancy status.

The most common causes of anaemia include nutritional deficiencies, particularly iron deficiency, though deficiencies in folate, vitamins B12 and A are also important causes; haemoglobinopathies; and infectious diseases, such as malaria, tuberculosis, HIV and parasitic infections.

Anaemia is a serious global public health problem that particularly affects young children and pregnant women. WHO estimates that 42% of children less than 5 years of age and 40% of pregnant women worldwide are anaemic.

Epilepsy is the most common chronic brain disease and affects people of all ages. More than 50 million people worldwide have epilepsy; nearly 80% of them live in low- and middle-income countries.

An estimated 70% of people with epilepsy could be seizure free if properly diagnosed and treated. However, about three quarters of people with epilepsy in low-income countries do not get the treatment they need, and this rises to 90% in some countries. In many such countries, many health professionals do not have the training to recognize, diagnose and treat epilepsy. In most resource-poor countries, antiseizure medicines are not available.

People with epilepsy and their families frequently suffer from stigma and discrimination. In many parts of the world the true nature of epilepsy has also long been distorted by myths, fear and mistaken notions about the disorder.

WHO is working with ministries of health and partners to improve access to treatment for epilepsy.

A heart attack, also called a myocardial infarction, happens when a part of the heart muscle doesn’t get enough blood.

The more time that passes without treatment to restore blood flow, the greater the damage to the heart muscle.

Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the main cause of heart attack. A less common cause is a severe spasm, or sudden contraction, of a coronary artery that can stop blood flow to the heart muscle.

The major symptoms of a heart attack are:

>Chest pain or discomfort. Most heart attacks involve discomfort in the center or left side of the chest that lasts for more than a few minutes or that goes away and comes back. The discomfort can feel like uncomfortable pressure, squeezing, fullness, or pain.
>Feeling weak, light-headed, or faint. You may also break out into a cold sweat.
>Pain or discomfort in the jaw, neck, or back.
>Pain or discomfort in one or both arms or shoulders.
>Shortness of breath. This often comes along with chest discomfort, but shortness of breath also can happen before chest discomfort.

Other symptoms of a heart attack could include unusual or unexplained tiredness and nausea or vomiting. Women are more have these other symptoms.

Alzheimer’s disease is a condition that affects the brain. It is named after Dr. Alois Alzheimer, who first described the condition in 1906.

Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive condition, meaning that the symptoms get worse over time. Memory loss is a key feature, and this tends to be one of the first symptoms to develop.

The symptoms appear gradually, over months or years. If they develop over hours or days, a person may require medical attention, as this could indicate a stroke.

When you live with depression, taking self-care steps to protect your well-being can be so important.

Your depression symptoms may increase the more you ignore your needs and self-care — like getting restful sleep, eating nutritious meals, and taking time to relax.

While you’ll want to reach out to a mental health professional for treatment options and support, a good self-care routine can also go a long way toward helping you manage your day-to-day life.

At the entrance to your stomach is a valve, which is a ring of muscle called the lower esophageal sphincter (LES). Normally, the LES closes as soon as food passes through it. If the LES doesn't close all the way or if it opens too often, acid produced by your stomach can move up into your esophagus. This can cause symptoms such as a burning chest discomfort called heartburn. If acid reflux symptoms happen more than twice a week, you may have acid reflux disease, also known as gastro esophageal reflux disease (GERD).

Five Tips For Waking Up Early
✅ Set your alarm clock
✅ Go to bed at a reasonable hour
✅ Avoid caffeine before bed
✅ Get up and move around
✅ Eat a healthy breakfast

May this year bring good health, experiences and joy in life.
Maerr Healthcare wishes you & your family a Prosperous & Happy New Year 2023.

Health & Wellness Tips: for a Healthier 2023

✅ Exercise
✅ Drink Water Regularly
✅ Minimize Your Sugar Intake
✅ Read Books
✅ Get Enough Sleep
✅ Eat More Fruits & Vegetables

The human liver cell also known as a hepatocyte. They play a key role in building proteins, producing bile to help digest fats, and chemically process molecules such as hormones and foreign substances like alcohol.

At the recent Continued Medical Education (CME) program under the Association of Physicians of India organised by Maerr Healthcare, guest speaker Dr. Pankaj Singh M.D. (Medicine), D.M. (Gastro), FIMSA, FIACM, FACG (USA) presented the POEM procedure.
The procedure uses an endoscope - a narrow flexible tube with a camera - that is inserted through the mouth (peroral) to cut muscles in the esophagus (a myotomy). This is technically not a surgery as no incision is made through the skin and is a less invasive method to heller myotomy! It usually takes 1hr and is done under general anesthesia.

At the recent Continued Medical Education (CME) program under the Association of Physicians of India organised by Maerr Healthcare, guest speaker Dr. Pankaj Singh M.D. (Medicine), D.M. (Gastro), FIMSA, FIACM, FACG (USA) presented the POEM procedure.
The procedure uses an endoscope - a narrow flexible tube with a camera - that is inserted through the mouth (peroral) to cut muscles in the esophagus (a myotomy). This is technically not a surgery as no incision is made through the skin and is a less invasive method to heller myotomy! It usually takes 1hr and is done under general anesthesia.