NHRC: NHRC seeks report on diseases, NHRC asks for action taken reports on oral cancer and communicable diseases | Bhubaneswar News
Bhubaneswar: National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has asked for action taken reports from the Centre regarding measures to control oral cancer and communicable diseases in the country. The rights commission issued the order on Aug 13 after hearing a petition filed by human rights activist and lawyer Radhakanta Tripathy, who is a native of Odisha.Tripathy requested the commission to issue orders to the ministries concerned of the central govt to take measures to control the diseases by issuing necessary guidelines and corrective actions to protect the health and lives of citizens.TNN
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The surprising link between oral health and cardiovascular disease
There was a notable link between oral health and cardiovascular disease. Gum disease, caused by poor oral hygiene, could lead to inflammation and bacteria entering the bloodstream, which might aggravate heart conditions. The significance of regular dental care and good oral hygiene played a crucial role in preventing heart-related issues and avoiding severe complications like infective endocarditis.
There was a notable link between oral health and cardiovascular disease. Gum disease, caused by poor oral hygiene, could lead to inflammation and bacteria entering the bloodstream, which might aggravate heart conditions. The significance of regular dental care and good oral hygiene played a crucial role in preventing heart-related issues and avoiding severe complications like infective endocarditis.
Health screening done for early detection, treatment of non-communicable diseases
Mysuru health authorities initiated screening of residents over 30 for non-communicable diseases like hypertension and diabetes. Covering 13.6 lakh individuals, they found 1.50 lakh with hypertension and 1.3 lakh with diabetes. Patients receive free month-long medications and are advised on follow-ups to monitor their conditions at local hospitals.
Mysuru health authorities initiated screening of residents over 30 for non-communicable diseases like hypertension and diabetes. Covering 13.6 lakh individuals, they found 1.50 lakh with hypertension and 1.3 lakh with diabetes. Patients receive free month-long medications and are advised on follow-ups to monitor their conditions at local hospitals.
