DR. HARKAWAL'S BLOG

Today is World Heart Day Sept 29, 2019 An introduction to heart health. The human heart is responsible for pumping blood through the body.  This blood brings oxygen and nutrients to every cell in the body, as well as removes waste products like carbon dioxide.  A healthy heart can pump enough blood to keep the brain, kidneys and other organs functioning properly. There are many factors that can affect your heart health such as diet, exercise, stress levels and genetics.  If you are experiencing any symptoms of a heart problem you should consult your doctor or cardiologist immediately. Healthy heart tips : 1. Get moving. Regular physical activity is important for a healthy heart. Make sure to include aerobic exercise, muscle-strengthening activities, and stretching in your routine. 2. Eat a healthy diet. Limit foods high in salt, fat, and sugar, and eat more fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean protein sources like beans or fish to help lower cholesterol levels and control weight

Today is World Rabies Day Sept 28, 2019 Rabies is a viral disease that can infect humans and other animals. It is usually transmitted through a bite from an infected animal. The virus can affect the brain and nerves, causing confusion, hallucinations, agitation, anxiety, difficulty swallowing, and hydrophobia. Rabies is caused by a virus called rabies virus. Rabies  is transmitted to human beings from the animals. It is caused by virus which affects the CNS i.e. the central nervous system which may cause paralysis, convulsions and may ultimately cause the death. The rabies virus starts to affect the brain and the nerves of an infected person or animal. Rabies causes confusion, hallucinations, agitation and anxiety in humans while in animals it causes difficulty swallowing and hydrophobia (fear of water). The rabies virus enters the body through saliva of an infected animal when it bites another mammal or human being.  The rabies virus affects the brain and nerves of a person or anima

Today is World Suicide Prevention Day Sept 10, 2019 Kindly prevent Suicide. In this article, I will explore the reasons why people have suicidal tendencies and what we can do to get rid of them. There are many different reasons why people have suicidal tendencies. However, the most common reason is because they are dealing with depression or mental illnesses. They may feel like they cannot control their thoughts, feelings or behaviors and they don't see any way out of their situation. Another reason is because of traumatic events in their life that made them feel like there is no hope for them anymore. Some people may also want to end their life because they are feeling hopeless about a certain health condition that has no cure (such as cancer). What can we do to get rid of these suicidal tendencies? There are many things we can do such as getting professional help from a therapist or psychiatrist and talking to family members about our feelings. Warning Signs: It is important to