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Stanford video: new treatments for chronic sinusitis
Learn how sinusitis, which affects 37 million Americans every year, is diagnosed and treated, including recent innovations. Presented by Peter H. Hwang, director of the Stanford Sinus center and professor of otolaryngology at Stanford University.
Stanford video: cardiac risk and how to avoid it
Dr. Euan Ashley, assistant professor of cardiovascular medicine at the Stanford University Medical Center, breaks down a heart attack, explaining how it happens, why apparently healthy people can suffer heart attacks and what you can do about to prevent an attack.
Interstitial Cystitis: Don’t dismiss the pelvic pain
Interstitial Cystitis is a painful condition related to your bladder that can severely restrict your life. Pay attention to your body's signals to seek proper treatment
4 useful videos on H1N1 Swine Flu
Videos on what H1N1 is, and how to prevent its spread
Common monsoon maladies
We all love the monsoons, so do the disease-spreading bacteria. Know how to deal with the common ailments of the season to enjoy the showers
Managing a brain stroke
A stroke can be prevented and better treated if we know when to seek medical intervention
Appendicitis: catching you off-guard
Appendicitis comes unexpectedly and needs immediate medical attention. Learn to recognise the symptoms and seek timely treatment
Thyroid: small gland, big role
Thyroid plays an important role in our body. Proper diet and lifestyle will help its optimum functioning
Dealing with Empty Nest Syndrome
The Empty Nest Syndrome can be bad and good. Here are some suggestions to help you enjoy the 'free period' of your life
What Is Hypertension and How to Manage It
If unchecked, high blood pressure can be fatal. Some basic and useful information on detection, prevention and care