According to the National Institute of Nutrition, the average daily salt intake of a Vietnamese person is 9.4 grams, nearly double the safe limit recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO). Mo...
Fever is the body’s natural response to fight off viruses, bacteria, or other infectious agents. For young children, especially those under 5, fever is common because their immune system is still imma...
A fever can lead to serious complications. In children, high fevers can trigger sudden convulsions, while older adults or those with underlying health conditions can quickly become debilitated or wors...
A family medicine cabinet that’s well-organized and fully stocked with basic medical devices and essential medicines will help you handle situations promptly, reduce complications, and save a great de...
Body temperature is a basic vital sign that can give you an early warning of many abnormal conditions in the body — especially viral fevers, flu, pneumonia, or COVID-19.
In the context of seasonal outbreaks of respiratory diseases and viral fevers, many families are starting to wonder: Should we invest in an infrared thermometer?
When the seasons change, cold air and fine dust easily make their way deep into your airways — and your lungs are the very first “shield” that takes the hit. Foods rich in antioxidants, vitamin C, bet...
Healthy lungs are your body’s natural “shield” against respiratory illnesses — especially during the colder months when dry air, bacteria, and fine dust can easily penetrate deep into your airways.
When it comes to pollution, many people often worry only about outdoor smog and exhaust fumes, forgetting that we spend most of our time indoors — a place that seems safe but can hide countless “silen...
Whenever the cold season arrives, dry air and plummeting temperatures create ideal conditions for respiratory illnesses to flare up. In reality, the rates of bronchitis and pneumonia spike significant...
If high blood glucose is often called a “silent killer,” then low blood glucose is an “immediate nightmare” that can lead to stroke or coma within minutes if not detected and treated in time.
Many studies have shown that excessive spikes in blood glucose after meals are a “silent culprit” behind increased risks of cardiovascular complications, kidney damage, and nerve disorders in people w...