We all have had family doctors whom we have consulted for every health issue. Needless to say, that family doctors have been and will be the backbone of health care. They have patients among all age groups- from toddlers to elders in their 90s, and they typically see the same patients for years. Family doctors […]
The Shift to Virtual Care and Digital Doctors in Response to COVID-19
The COVID-19 outbreak has brought about unprecedented changes that have affected every aspect of life. The healthcare fraternity has greater fights to fathom preparing for an extended fight against the pandemic. The result is what was considered unexpected some months ago has become a reality. Telemedicine healthcare has assumed greater importance for non-COVID patients for […]
Tips to Be Safe From the Coronavirus Pandemic after the Lockdown is Relaxed
With the lockdown restrictions getting lifted across many geographies, most of us will be venturing back to our normal life. In the anxious excitement of returning to professional and social commitments, here is a word of caution- the threat of Coronavirus pandemic has not surpassed and we should be more cautious and must not hurry to […]
COVID-19 Stress Management with Virtual Doctor Consultation and Tele-mental Healthcare
Coronavirus has led the world to change, and brought us in the middle of a worldwide pandemic with unprecedented shifts observed in work culture and stay at home policies. Social distancing, work from home has made not only working professionals stressed but dependent children and senior citizens as well. Frequent complaints include neck and back pain, muscle cramps, and irregular sleeping habits. […]
Wearing Contact Lens Increases the Risk of Coronavirus Infection?
An estimated 140 million people worldwide use contact lenses as a highly effective form of vision correction. Those who wear contact lenses are aware that these lenses may cause eye irritation, resulting in users to frequently touch their eyes and the face. This puts them at a higher risk of acquiring the infection. COVID-19 virus […]