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Aug 19, 2021
2 min

Bone Health: Tips to Keep Your Bones Healthy

Here are a few tips to have healthy bones. Diet Calcium-Rich Food- Calcium is the main mineral found in bones. Usually, the human body needs 1000-1200 mg of calcium per day. Milk- Common, easily digestible, and absorbable source of food rich in calcium. Approx, 275-280 mg of calcium is present in a cup of milk. Almonds- Try to consume a handful of almonds early morning. Usually, 450-455 mg of calcium is present in a cup of almonds. Soy Milk- Soy milk is an excellent alternati

Aug 13, 2021
2 min

For Your Patients

Top 12 Infertility Myths and Facts

Infertility happens when a couple cannot conceive after having regular unprotected sex. It may be that one partner cannot contribute to conception, or that a woman is unable to carry a pregnancy to full term. It is often defined as not conceiving after 12 months of regular sexual intercourse without the use of birth control. Below are some myths and facts about infertility 1. MYTH: A woman’s menstrual cycle is 28 days. FACT: Normal cycle lasts anywhere from 21 to 36 days. 2.

Aug 12, 2021
2 min

For Your Patients

Recovering from COVID-19? Diet Chart by Government to Build Immunity

The second wave of Coronavirus has turned out to be more alarming and devastating than the previous one. A lot of emphases is being put on eating a healthy diet to build immunity as it is important to combat COVID-19. People recovering from COVID should switch to foods that will help in rebuilding their immunity. The government has shared a 5-step sample meal plan for people who are recovering from COVID. The government had listed food items on its mygovindia Twitter handle,

Jun 22, 2021
2 min

WhiteCoats Insights

Determining Doctors’ Perception On Management Of Current Outbreak Of COVID-19

COVID-19 is an infectious disease caused by a group of viruses – coronavirus. The disease causes a respiratory illness with symptoms such as a cough, fever and in more severe cases, difficulty in breathing. This recent outbreak has rattled the population all over the world and controlled measure is an absolute necessity to contain the disease. Objective: Determining doctors’ perception on how to manage the current outbreak of COVID-19. A total of 262 doctors participated in t

Dec 4, 2019
2 min

WhiteCoats Insights

Doctors’ Perception On Online Fitness Training To Stay Fit

A good diet and physical activity are essential components of health and are considered as a primarily preventive approach for most lifestyle diseases. There are many fitness apps readily available which allow users to set fitness goals, track food and activity, gather recipe and workout ideas, and share progress on focused digital communities. However, there are varied thoughts on the effectiveness and sustainability of these apps in helping achieve and maintain personal fit

Nov 26, 2019
2 min

WhiteCoats Insights

Doctors’ Perception On Haemorrhoids Diagnosis And Treatment

Haemorrhoids are more common in adults of age 45-65 years. At least a million new cases of haemorrhoids are recorded each year, making it one of the most common health issues in India. A better understanding of doctors on haemorrhoids diagnosis and treatment could assist in targeting education and their other interventions to improve the management of haemorrhoids. Objective: Determining doctors perception on haemorrhoids diagnosis and treatment A total of 122 doctors partici

Nov 11, 2019
2 min

WhiteCoats Insights

Doctors’ Perception On Multi-Drug Resistant Tuberculosis (MDR-TB) Diagnosis And Treatment

Every year around 2 million people develop TB in India and 300,000 die due to TB. The emergence of drug-resistant TB (DR-TB) has become a major public health concern in India. Not only MDR-TB is a potential threat in controlling TB but it is also full of challenges starting from diagnosis to treatment and drug delivery. Health care providers can help prevent MDR-TB by early diagnosis, following recommended treatment guidelines, monitoring patients’ response to treatment, and

Aug 29, 2019
2 min

WhiteCoats Insights

Insights on Doctor’s Awareness and Perception of Newborn Screening

Newborn screening is one of the most important preventable public health programs implemented in the majority of the countries. It is possible to achieve a better outcome with early treatment in infants with neonatal disorders. However, in India, there is no government-funded newborn screening program yet. We have conducted this survey to understand the awareness and perception amongst doctors about the newborn screening program. A total of 105 physicians participated in the

Aug 14, 2019
2 min

WhiteCoats Insights

INSIGHTS: The Usage Of Vial And Syringe Versus Prefilled Insulin Pen

Effective treatment of diabetes utilizes long-term and continuous adherence to insulin therapy, there is a need to consider the patient’s preference for the type of insulin therapy. The most common route for insulin administration is through vials and syringes but is associated with injection pain, dependency for injection delivery, needle phobia, etc. The use of insulin pens offers many options to allow insulin delivery to be tailored to the individual patient. The use of in

Aug 1, 2019
2 min

WhiteCoats Insights

INSIGHTS: Health Care Professionals Are At Higher Risk of Violence

Health-care professionals are at the highest risk of violence at their workplace among all professionals. Non-physical violence plays a pivotal role in medical-related professional job satisfaction and mental health. Verbal violence is the most common form of violence experienced by doctors. Objective: Determining workplace violence and psychological stress amongst the doctors A total of 100 physicians participated in the survey—Anaesthesiologist (49%), Gynaecologist & Obstet

Jul 25, 2019
2 min

WhiteCoats Insights

Doctors’ Preferences About Antibiotics And Supplementary Therapy For Diarrheal Diseases

In 2011, it is estimated that there were 78,000 deaths due to rotavirus associated AGE in India, with the majority (75.6%, 59,000) in the first 2 years of life. Between 2000-2018, fortunately, there has been a steady decline in deaths where diarrhoea deaths fell by 69.7%. Objective: Determining drug prescribing patterns for infectious gastroenteritis A total of 102 physicians participated in the survey — General Practitioners (77%), General Surgeons (14%), Internists (7%), an

Jun 30, 2019
1 min

Happy Doctors Day

Happy Doctors Day On this Doctor’s day, we welcome all Doctors to join WhiteCoats, the fastest growing Doctors network in India. Download WhiteCoats and complete the registration process by verifying yourself as a doctor from 1st July 2019 to 10th July 2019 and receive an assured Amazon Gift Voucher. To download WhiteCoats, click here Terms & Conditions – Open to all Doctors across specialties who download and register with WhiteCoats App for the first time between 1st July –

May 31, 2019
2 min

Tips To Manage Tobacco Addiction

As per the WHO statistics, among 1.1 billion people who smoke worldwide, 800 million are from India and China. The consumption of cigarette is decreasing in the developed countries and unfortunately, it’s increasing in the developing countries. Smoking has become the most important cause of premature mortality worldwide. The worst part is that even after knowing the consequences of smoking on various organs like heart, lungs, and tongue, people are not ready to give up tobacc

May 29, 2019
2 min

WhiteCoats Insights

Telemedicine: A Roadmap To Improving Health Sector?

In the year 2000, the Government of India recognized the use of telemedicine as a healthcare delivery tool. Following which the Government has been taking steps on developing telemedicine infrastructures throughout the country. According to a Mckinsey report titled “Digital India: Technology to transform a connected nation”, telemedicine can save $4-5 billion every year and also substitute around half of the outpatient consultations in India. The concept of telemedicine helps

May 28, 2019
3 min

For Your Patients

FAQs on Bed Wetting

Though it is not a child’s fault, wetting the bed can lead to distress for both the child and the parents. The feeling of embarrassment or guilt due to bedwetting may cause stress or anxiety and can have a huge impact on the child’s emotional state as well as self-esteem. Frequently asked questions about Bed Wetting: 1. What is bedwetting? Bedwetting, also known as nocturnal enuresis or nighttime incontinence is involuntary or spontaneous urination at night while asleep. 2. W

May 27, 2019
3 min

Apple Cider Vinegar: Why is it good?

Apple cider vinegar (ACV) has become very popular among the natural health community. Consuming it has become a popular health trend. ACV claims to lead to all sorts of benefits, many of which are supported by science. Apple cider vinegar is an age-old or ancient remedy and has been used for various household and cooking purposes. A 2016 review found that people may be able to achieve many of the potential health benefits by drinking around 15 milliliters of vinegar a day or

May 21, 2019
3 min

Frequently Asked Questions on STDs

STDs are the most common notifiable diseases in the world and continue to be a major global health concern. If not treated, sexually transmitted diseases can lead to notably cancer deaths, infertility, and birth complications including stillbirth. Frequently asked questions: What are STDs? STDs stand for Sexually Transmitted Diseases, which is a disease that is spread through sexual contact. What are the causes and types of STDs? The causes of STDs are bacteria, yeast, viruse

May 21, 2019
3 min

For Your Patients

Everything You Need to Know About Organ Donation

Organ transplant is one of the greatest medical marvels that have prolonged and improved the lives of several patients around the globe. Almost every person who dies naturally, or in an accident, is a potential donor. Let’s look at some frequently asked questions on Organ Donations: 1. Who can be a donor? People of all ages and medical histories should consider themselves as potential deceased donors. Your medical condition at the time of death will decide which organs and ti

May 21, 2019
3 min

Everything You Need To Know About The Liver

Follow a healthy lifestyle to protect and keep your liver in good condition. What is the function of the liver in human body? The functions of liver are as follows: Fights infections Regulates blood sugar levels Releases bile that helps in digestion Makes proteins Controls cholesterol Removes toxins What is liver disease? Any condition that damages the liver and prevents the organ from proper functioning is known as liver disease. What are the types of liver diseases? Most co

May 14, 2019
3 min

For Your Practice

Be Dr. Effective by Collaborating and Networking

In today’s digital age, there’s an app for almost everything. Many professional industries are now relying heavily on apps and the same is true for the medical sectors as well. With the rapid change in disease patterns, drug resistance, increasing treatment options and staying updated with relevant information is a top priority for every doctor. Doctors today need to take effective decisions for positive healthcare outcomes. WhiteCoats fosters this need through a digital plat

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