Category Archives: Congenital disorders

What’s behind the growth in Central Texas health care? Here’s what you need to know.

Central Texas is no longer a quiet medical community. It’s becoming a not-so-sleeping giant of innovation and collaboration, a place where residents can see specialists at the top of their fields at home, and a place that is attracting patients from around the world to seek care. In the next seven years, Central Texas will […]

Why Indian Teenagers Are Sexually Maturing Way Before Their Age

In India, 10.4 per cent children aged 8-13 exhibit signs of early puberty, surpassing the global average of 5 per cent New DELHI: Precocious or early puberty happens when girls and boys begin a spurt in growth – sexual and physical features of an adult. Experts believe that precocious puberty begins much earlier than usual […]

What to Know About Encephalitis

Encephalitis is a rare condition characterized by brain inflammation. Causes of encephalitis include infections, medication toxicity, or immune disorders. Inflammation and swelling throughout the brain can cause confusion, headaches, and fatigue. Sometimes symptoms associated with inflammation are experienced in certain regions of the brain. Symptoms include vision changes, weakness of one side of the body, or […]

Mayo Clinic Q&A: Pelvic floor changes during and after pregnancy

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I’m pregnant with my first child, and I’ve heard a lot about pelvic floor changes during pregnancy and childbirth. I’m a bit worried and curious about what to expect. Can you explain these changes and offer advice on preparing for a healthy pelvic floor after pregnancy? ANSWER: Pregnancy and childbirth are transformative […]

When to Neuter or Spay Your German Shepherd: 5 Steps to Follow

German shepherds are frequently seen working as members of the police and military, search-and-rescue teams, and as service dogs. But they also make loyal family dogs. Before bringing a German shepherd puppy into your home, there is much to consider, whether you intend to train them for a job or not. One such factor is the […]

There’s a Hoskins’ shaped hole in my heart

Home Opener Bottom of the 7th. Runners on first and second and no outs. With Harper coming to the plate during the Phillies’ home opener in 2019, Braves’ manager Brian Snitker decided the better of valor was loading the base and taking his chance pitting Luke Jackson against a young Rhys Hoskins. The crowd booed […]

1 billion people to suffer from bone and joint disorders; 6 lifestyle measures to reduce risk

ByParmita Uniyal, New Delhi Nov 25, 2023 04:04 PM IST Share Via Copy Link More than a billion people around the world are likely to suffer from disorders of muscles, bones, joints by 2050. Here’re lifestyle measures that can help. Bone and muscle disorders are on alarming rise and in the coming three decades, the […]