The repercussions of COVID-19 have changed how we look at medical services provided in the country, especially our health policies. The pandemic has pushed us to zero in on one that gives the maximum coverage without shelling out exorbitant premiums.…
While most of you know that health insurance plans are available for Indian citizens, many of you might not know that NRIs too can avail of the coverage. Non-resident Indians, who frequent India, can invest in a health insurance plan…
Many Indians have settled abroad for work-related reasons. However, their parents and, in some cases, their families might stay back in India for which NRIs remit money to pay for their financial needs. Many NRIs also look to secure their…
Modern-day lifestyle coupled with unhealthy eating habits and stress can lead to several physiological problems, especially with your digestive system. Gastric issues have, thus, become common among many. According to the Asian Institute of Gastroenterology, India, the burden of inflammatory bowel diseases…
Autoimmune illnesses are caused by an anomaly in your body’s immunity system. The immune system is designed to fight and attack foreign invaders like bacteria and viruses to keep your body healthy. However, in the case of autoimmune ailments, this…
Caesarean deliveries have become the common norm in India, especially in the private sector. As per the National Family Health Survey (NFHS – 5), 47.4% of the babies being delivered in private hospitals are through surgical methods, like Caesarean, compared to 14.3%…
While pregnancy is joy, childbirth can get complicated. Delivering a healthy child is no cakewalk. There can be multiple complications during delivery that, if not handled properly, can lead to the death of the mother and/or the child. That is…
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, or PCOS as it is commonly called, is quite a common problem among the women population of India, especially during their reproductive age. As per a study by the PCOS society, 1 out of 10 Indian women suffers from…
Pregnancy and starting a family are important milestones of life, especially when it is your first time. Right from pregnancy to childbirth, a couple’s journey can be an exciting and adventurous one as they discover new aspects, every day. Besides…
It is no secret that medical expenses are constantly rising. While medicine has made tremendous advancements in recent times, you cannot overlook the steadily increasing medical costs. According to the Indian Health Insurance Report, the rate of medical inflation in India…
Advancing age brings with it a host of medical conditions. The Longitudinal Ageing Study in India (LASI), published in January 2021, conducted a survey of individuals above 60. The survey pointed out the following – 55% of the individuals suffered from a…
According to a definition by the U.S. National Centre for Health Statistics, a chronic illness is one that lasts for three months or more and might get severe with time. On the other hand, Wikipedia defines a chronic condition as one…
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