World Kidney Day made me think of an ex-colleague and what he’s going through. In his early ‘70s and keeping good health, he suddenly felt a loss of appetite. The gastroenterologist told him there was nothing to worry about. He continued to feel sick. A battery of tests showed that his kidneys weren’t functioning and […]
Wellness
Need A Break?
I last travelled out of town in February 2019 when we visited Mumbai. Since we have an apartment there, it was not exactly a holiday, although it was a break of sorts. For various reasons, we’ve not been able to have a holiday since August 2018. With the pandemic, thinking of a holiday was not […]
Tips For A Stress Free Life When You’re Busy
We all tend to live very busy lives and it can be a challenge to take care of ourselves. We try to juggle things such as taking the kids to school, going to work, eating, going out and personal hobbies – all of which can be a real struggle to fit in. What this can […]
How to Help a Loved One Who’s Suddenly Lost Hearing
A sudden hearing loss can be devastating, painful and confusing. You suddenly are in a quiet place where you don’t understand but feel aloof, helpless, and those around you don’t know how to help. If a loved one has suddenly lost their hearing, as much as you may not fully understand what’s happening to them, […]
What to Look for When Choosing a Rehab Facility
There are many reasons why you might be looking for a rehab facility, as drugs and alcohol have caused innumerable individuals to seek to repair the damage abuse and addiction have done to their lives. For many, the most difficult step is knowing where to start, what to look for, and how to make the […]
Hibernate Like A Bear?
“If you hibernate like a bear, entertain yourself with indoor hobbies, and wait for summertime T-shirt weather, you will probably avoid the serious effects of COVID-19.” ― Steven Magee Hibernate Like A Bear? “Hibernate like a bear”, he saidSo off we went, obediently to ‘bed’It’s been a long time nowWe’re not sure howWe will come outWe’re […]
