Pneumonia is a respiratory infection that inflames the lungs’ tiny air sacs (alveoli). People with a weakened immune system, like older adults, often experience extreme vulnerability to pneumonia. Older adults aged 65 and above are at a notably higher risk of pneumonia compared to younger age groups. The impact of pneumonia on this age group …
Lung infections encompass a diverse range of illnesses affecting the respiratory system, compromising the health and functionality of the lungs. Various agents, including viruses, bacteria, fungi, and environmental factors, can cause these infections. They manifest in different forms, from mild conditions like bronchitis to severe diseases such as pneumonia and tuberculosis. Understanding the causes and …
Maintaining a strong and healthy heart is a year-round commitment, but our cardiovascular well-being faces unique challenges as we enter winter. The crisp chill air, the vastly shorter daylight hours, the call of comfort food, and the cozy allure of hibernation can make it all easy to neglect our heart health. However, this is when …
The link between air pollution and cardiovascular health is of paramount significance, as it underscores the profound impact of the environment on our well-being. Air pollution, driven by industrialization and urbanization, poses a substantial risk to heart health, contributing to conditions like heart attacks, strokes, and hypertension. Understanding this link is crucial for public health, …
We often associate stroke with the elderly. However, this debilitating condition can occur at any age, including young adults. There has been an alarming increase in young adults experiencing stroke in recent years. 10%-15% of all stroke patients are aged 18-50 years. Understanding stroke in young adults is crucial as stroke symptoms in young …
