Life Style
March 19, 2020
COVID-19 Myth Busters
COVID-19 Myth Busters | Amtan Medical The rumours and misconceptions about COVID-19 are spreading at a faster rate than the novel virus. We have to be mindful of the misleading rumours during such a critical period of pandemic, since wrong information can lead to undesirable outcomes. Here are some of the misconceptions that have been doing rounds. Myth 1: Vaccine for COVID-19 is available …
February 18, 2020
Facts about Cancer
Facts about Cancer – Amtan Medical Cancer is one of the common diseases and can affect every human at different stages in life. Here are some facts about cancer: 1. The most common cancers diagnosed in men are lung, liver, stomach, colorectal and prostate cancers. 2. For women, the most common cancers are breast, lung, colorectal , cervical…
February 9, 2020
Taking Care of Dry Skin
How to Take Care of Dry Skin – Amtan Medical Dry skin also known as xeroderma is a condition in which the skin lacks moisture. The skin may crack and peel or it may become irritated, itchy and inflamed. Causes of dry skin: To keep dry skin from becoming problematic, the skin’s hydration process must be boosted…
January 22, 2020
Bush Fires and Lung Health
By Dr. Anu Siriwardana Respiratory, sleep and General medical specialist Australia is being affected by one of the most devastating bushfires seasons the country has seen. It has ravaged almost every state affecting humans, wildlife and natural habitat. Bushfire smoke is a mixture of hazardous substances including different size particles, gases including carbon monoxide/dioxide and…
November 25, 2019
Movember
Its Movember! Yes. You read it right. We are not talking about the month of November. Its M…. M for Moustache. From time immemorial, moustache has been associated with bravery, manliness and acts of glory. When Moustache became the mascot for November, Movember took shape. Movember is a sincere effort to raise awareness on men’s health issues,…