Healthy Inspirations
What is Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV)?
Fri, 7 Feb 2025Hi, Pramita friends! Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) is an RNA virus currently seeing a surge in cases in China. It causes respiratory infections with symptoms like fever, cough, sore throat, and runny nose, which can escalate to bronchitis, pneumonia, and breathing difficulties. High-risk groups include children, the elderly, immunocompromised individuals, and those with chronic respiratory diseases. HMPV spreads through droplets, so it's crucial to maintain hygiene, wear masks, and avoid crowds....
Read MoreEarly Cancer Detection: Know the Signs
Thu, 6 Feb 2025Hi, Pramita friends! Did you know that cancer often has no symptoms in its early stages? Common signs like unexplained weight loss, fatigue, pain, skin changes, persistent fever, and loss of appetite typically appear in later stages. That’s why early detection is crucial! Key screening tests include blood tests (tumor markers like CEA, PSA, AFP, CA 125, CA 19-9, and CA 15-3) and imaging tests (Ultrasound, CT Scan, MRI, PET Scan, and biopsy). Take control of your health—get screened at PRAMITA...
Read MoreUnderstanding Cancer: Early Detection Saves Lives
Wed, 5 Feb 2025Hi, Pramita friends! Did you know that cancer is the uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells that can affect various organs? Common cancers include lung, stomach, liver, colorectal, prostate, breast, and cervical cancer. According to the National Cancer Institute, cancer is classified into five types: carcinoma, sarcoma, lymphoma, adenoma, and leukemia. Causes range from chemical exposure, radiation, oncogenic viruses, and hormonal factors. The good news? Cancer can be prevented and even cured whe...
Read MoreSPOT-MAS, One Test to Detect Five Types of Cancer
Mon, 3 Feb 2025Did you know early cancer detection can make a huge difference? SPOT-MAS is a groundbreaking, non-invasive test designed to detect five common cancers: lung, liver, breast, stomach, and colorectal cancer. Thanks to this advanced technology, cancer screening is now more convenient and accurate. What is SPOT-MAS? SPOT-MAS leverages Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) technology to detect circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) from tumor cells. Through a single venous blood draw, it provides a comprehensiv...
Read MoreFeeling Overwhelmed at Work? Let’s Manage It Together!
Sat, 1 Feb 2025Have you ever felt your mind is overloaded, energy drained, and yet the work keeps piling up? That’s work stress creeping in. But don’t worry, stress at work is normal. What matters is knowing how to handle it so it doesn’t spiral out of control. What is Work Stress? Work stress occurs when tasks feel overwhelming, or office expectations are too high. Even small issues, like difficult colleagues or tight deadlines, can weigh heavily on your mind. Our bodies aren’t designed to endure prolonge...
Read MoreTime to Reduce Salty Foods
Sat, 1 Feb 2025Stomach cancer often goes unnoticed but has a significant impact on health. Fortunately, its risks can be minimized through simple dietary and lifestyle adjustments. The primary cause of stomach cancer is often linked to a high-salt diet. Foods like salted fish, pickles, and other preserved foods can damage the stomach lining, making it more susceptible to Helicobacter pylori infection, a major risk factor for stomach cancer. Studies have shown a strong correlation between high-salt consumpti...
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