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Vitamin D plays many important roles in our body, including promoting the health of our immune system. Scientific research says that supplementing with Vitamin D may protect against respiratory infections, especially for those who are deficient in the vitamin.

P. Sowjanya rushed to Prathima Hospitals with severe abdominal pain. After a complete workup, ectopic pregnancy was diagnosed and Dr. B. Madhavi suggested immediate surgery due to uncontrolled abdominal pain and rapidly falling blood levels.

Dr. Himabindu Reddy Kona, Consultant Pulmonologist at Prathima Hospitals, KPHB addressed the important aspects of taking the COVID-19 vaccine to senior citizens. Senior citizens (those above the age of 60) and select people over 45 years of age will be allowed to get inoculated across government and private hospitals in India. This will mark the end of a long, arduous wait for people with frail immunity, the ones who face the highest risk for catching the deadly disease. Are you vaccinated? Eligible people can appeal for the vaccination. Registration and booking for an appointment for COVID19 vaccination are to be done through the CoWIN portal: http://cowin.gov.in

A seizure is a sudden, uncontrolled electrical disturbance in the brain. It can cause changes in your behavior, movements or feelings, and levels of consciousness.