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We all love winter season for the festivities it brings, but along with festivities, the season also comes with extreme temperatures that can cause health issues. Moreover, the cold wind can cause eye health issues can be just as dangerous as general health hazards. This winter, lookout for these five common eye conditions: Dry eye Air is typically drier in winters than during the warmer seasons. The dry, cold air can have an impact on your eyes. Moreover, not just dry air, but also the dryness of the air we heat indoors in an attempt to keep ourselves warm can have an impact on your eyes inflame the areas in and around your eyes. As a treatment to this, drink plenty of water, add omega 3 oils (e.g. fish and nuts) to your diet, and use a humidifier in your bedroom while sleeping. In case of tenderness, apply a cold, wet cloth or towel to the affected area. If this doesn’t help, then consider visiting your eye doctor for consultation. In Delhi, there are many ey...

Did you know that one third of deaths from stroke, lung cancer and heart problems are caused due to air pollution? These days, air pollution is affecting our health , equivalent to that of smoking tobacco. The microscopic pollutants present in the air penetrate deep into our respiratory and circulatory system, damaging our lungs, heart and brain. Here are some of the common health problems that can be caused by air pollution.   Lung diseases and respiratory problems Excessive exposure to polluted air can trigger health problems such as Asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). These can lead to breathing ailments in children as well as in adults. If symptoms get severe, they can also lead to hospitalisation and even death. Consider visiting any doctor or ENT specialist in Gurgaon in case you notice any difficulty in breathing. Cardiovascular problems According to WHO reports, harmful pollutants in the air such as PM10 and PM2.5 are...