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Epileptic fits or seizures occur as a result of an occasional, sudden, excessive electrical discharge from cells in the brain. It is like an electrical short-circuiting in the brain cells.

Epilepsy can be cured

Epilepsy affects more than 50 million people worldwide, yet most of us have only a hazy idea of what it is.

11 Oct 2016 12:23 AM IST

Calcium settles in the arteries instead of the bones and for that reason excess calcium can cause muscle pain, mood disorders, and kidney stones.

Calcium supplements: Benefits and risks

In women who are in pre-menopause stage the mineral in bones is reduced leading to bone break down.

11 Oct 2016 12:23 AM IST

Fever is not covered in insurance policies, and hospitals therefore list the complications that could necessitate a stay in the hospital. (Representational image)

A small fever may cost Rs 50,000 in Hyderabad

Doctors rush patients to diagnostics, start off treatment at the first instance.

7 Oct 2016 12:45 AM IST

Obesity is increasing in Delhi and surrounding regions (Photo: AFP)

Obesity a rising concern among youth, old alike

The incidence of abdominal obesity is as high as 75 per cent in urban areas.

4 Oct 2016 2:01 AM IST

Take care of a few things to fight illnesses.

Keep monsoon woes at bay

With coolness and freshness, monsoon showers also brings with it myriad diseases.

3 Oct 2016 3:08 AM IST

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Hyderabad: Viral fevers turn serious, internal organs attacked

Five deaths in city due to virulent viruses

28 Sept 2016 12:45 AM IST

According to the department of pharmaceuticals, adverse drug reaction reports are to be maintained in the hospital and an evaluation of wrongly administered drugs has to be noted and then reviewed by a committee of doctors. (Representational image)

Medication gone wrong, resulting harm to patient

Preventable harm comes from faulty prescriptions.

27 Sept 2016 2:39 AM IST

Residents of Maraimalai Nagar municipality in Kancheepuram district get reverse osmosis (RO) drinking water. (Representational image)

Faecal coliform bacteria found in drinking water pipes in Alwal and...

Initial reports suggest the presence of coliform in the water samples.

27 Sept 2016 1:54 AM IST

Researchers state that following a brain-healthy lifestyle with brain exercises can help to increase the brains cognitive reserve.

Healthy brain function is important for body

Researchers state that following a brain-healthy lifestyle with brain exercises can help to increase the brain's...

26 Sept 2016 12:15 AM IST

No incidence of polio virus has been reported for the past five years. (Photo: Representational purpose only)

Polio virus found in two nalas of Hyderabad; govt sends an alert

A polio-derived vaccine virus was earlier found in April in the Amberpet nala.

23 Sept 2016 1:41 AM IST

Hyderabad floods: Long wait for 200 blind students

Hyderabad floods: Long wait for 200 blind students

Rainwater submerges entire first floor of hostel building.

22 Sept 2016 1:02 AM IST

Lifestyle changes for women undergoing PMS.

Combating Premenstrual Syndrome symptoms

60 per cent of women experience some level of Premenstrual Syndrome symptoms every month.

20 Sept 2016 1:28 AM IST