General Health

For How Long Does Radiation Stay In Your Body After A CT Scan?

Computed tomography (CT) scans use radiation to create 3D images of your internal organs to aid diagnosis. While low radiation doses in tests slightly raise cancer risk, the risks from CT scans are controlled and usually outweighed by benefits. Read on to learn all you need to know about radiation exposure due to CT scans.

General Health

10 Benefits of Consuming Fish Oil Supplements

Discover the health benefits of fish oil supplements, the recommended dosage, and the latest safety guidelines. Improve your overall well-being with this essential omega-3 fatty acid supplement.

General Health

Top 10 Sources Of Vitamin B12-Rich Foods

Elevate your health with these top 10 vitamin B12-rich foods, essential for optimal nourishment and overall well-being.

Respiratory Health

How Does Humidity Affect Asthma?

Humidity causes difficulty in breathing especially for people with respiratory conditions like asthma. Humidity is the amount of water vapour or moisture in the air.

Diabetes Management

Mounjaro vs. Ozempic: Which is Better for Diabetes and Weight Loss?

Insurance

Apollo 24|7 Introduces Smart Health Insurance By Niva Bupa

India’s leading healthcare platform Apollo 24|7 partnered with one of the top health insurance providers in the country, Niva Bupa, to create a specialised insurance plan that ensures coverage that’s always enough for you.

Diabetes Management

Reasons for Post-Meal Drowsiness in Diabetic Individuals

Feeling sleepy after meals is common among diabetic individuals. It's linked to blood glucose fluctuations, the type of food consumed, and mineral deficiencies. Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels, the addition of low GI foods to the diet, and consuming supplements for mineral deficiencies can help manage this issue effectively.

General Health

Total Leucocyte Count (TLC) Test -Normal Range, Process, Procedure and Results

Learn about the Total Leucocyte Count (TLC) Test, its normal range, procedure, and how to interpret results for diagnosing infections and immune system health.

Diabetes Management

A Step-By-Step Guide To Using A Glucometer

Regular blood sugar monitoring is crucial for effective diabetes management. Glucometers provide convenient at-home monitoring. Gather supplies: soap/alcohol prep pads, test strips, lancing device with lancet, and a notepad/smartphone app. Follow steps: clean hands, turn on glucometer, prick fingertip, apply blood to strip, stop bleeding, record results.

General Health

Apollo 24|7’s WhatsApp To Order A Boon For Users! Ordering Medicines Is Now Effortless

The WhatsApp to Order feature is increasingly becoming popular among the masses for the ease of ordering medicines online. It also simplifies the process of booking a lab test online.

General Health

20 Things You Must Have In Your First-Aid Kit

Every house should have a first aid kit to handle emergencies. From antiseptic lotion to bandages, cotton rolls and disposable gloves, here are 20 items that you should have in your first aid kit.

General Health

Serum Creatinine Test: Interpreting Normal and Abnormal Ranges