IPL And Heart Attacks

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The IPL is back with a bang, though personally I think that is debatable...But yes, Season 2 is very much underway, and of course that means a lot of excitement, packed with surprises we least expect. Now you and I may not be celebrity owners of IPL teams but we sure have some stake, it's our favourite teams playing out there. But here's the surprise twist -- we may actually be putting our health at stake too! I don't mean to scare you but yes, consider this a warning. Relevant studies have suggested that the stress and excitement of major sporting events can trigger heart attacks among fans, especially those with known heart conditions, or those who are prone to anxiety attacks. The real question is whether following the IPL can also cost you your health. A greater concern (and the thrust of this blog) is that a....

The Dance of Democracy, Healthcare and You

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Good health usually is on the top of our wish list and of course we Indians love to wish each other the same at the drop of a hat!!! But what I want to know, as a doctor, is where healthcare will stand on the incoming government's priority list. As we step into yet another phase of Indian politics and watch as they say the "dance of democracy," let's take a look at what the new government is going to have to do, to fulfill their loud agenda of "Health for all" in political campaigns. First, I want to bring your attention to the general problems we face in India when it comes to healthcare, and second, some possible solutions. The problems range from poor infrastructure, demand and supply gap to low levels of public expenditure on healthcare and of course, lack of quality. You don't....