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  ‘ Omicron ’ as declared by WHO as the variant of concern (VOC), has truly got the whole word in its fix. It primarily began with flu-like symptoms totally unrelated to the Delta variant and turned out to be highly infectious and caused as overnight rise in the number of cases, spreading across 60 countries with soaring numbers. Even though the rate of death due to this variant is low, but it’s severity particularly on seniors is not diminished. The Omicron – Hide and Seek Our biggest concern is the variants ability to evade the antibodies released into your body by the Covid-19 vaccines. It is new and developing rapidly. Omicron in Seniors The variant is a potential threat for people with weak immunity and pre-existing comorbidities - particularly elders! There are a few dos that our elders and seniors should follow to prevent this highly infectious variant. The Dos: Follow Covid-19 Protocols – Wear a facemask, wash hands regularly, maintain social distancing, and get...

  11 BEST FOODS FOR HYPERTENSION Hypertension is a lifelong condition that once has come into your life, it will be present forever. Lifestyle and dietary modifications can help lessen the medicine burden on your body and make managing hypertension easy. 1. Citrus Fruits – They have blood pressure lowering effects and are loaded with vitamins and minerals and include grapefruit, oranges, and lemons. 2. Salmon And Other Fatty Fish - Fatty fish and fish oil is an excellent source of omega-3 which helps reduce inflammation and decrease blood vessel constricting compounds. 3. Leafy Greens – Those leafy greens that are widely available in the winter months have blood pressure regulating nutrients such as potassium and magnesium. 4. Dry Fruits, Seeds, and Nuts – Dry fruits, seeds, and nuts may look small, but pack a punch of magnesium, potassium, and arginine, that is essential for relaxation and blood pressure reduction. 5. Pulses and Beans – They are rich in nutrients like fiber, magn...

OMICRON – SPREADING FAST With the increasing number of Omicron cases in India and the World reaching a record high and being a killjoy in this holiday season, even two years since the first emergence, wherein we all had hoped and prayed that it would now be fleeting. Being known as the most easily and fast spreading variant, Omicron , is becoming the dominant strain globally even with Delta still being present and infecting people. Statistics from around the globe have proven that Omicron infects 70 times faster than the other variants, although the complications and illness that it causes is not as severe, especially for those who are vaccinated. However, the speed of infection transmission and rate of increase in cases can still create havoc for the hospital, healthcare , and medical management facility worldwide, leaving them feeling as helpless and pressed upon to provide treatment and medical care for the unvaccinated, seriously ill, medically compromised, and those who might re...