Understanding the Impact of Social Media on Mental Health By: Javid Amin In the age of hyper-connectivity, where a dopamine hit is just a scroll away, social media has become an undeniable force shaping our lives. While it offers a window into the world, a platform to connect, and a canvas for self-expression, its hidden shadows can creep into our mental well-being, weaving a narrative of inadequacy, anxiety, and isolation. Today, we delve into the dark side of the scroll, exploring how social media, particularly the insidious act of doomscrolling,…
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High Uric Acid: A Deep Dive into Symptoms, Causes, and Comprehensive Management
Unmasking the Mystery: Understanding High Uric Acid High uric acid, a metabolic byproduct of purine breakdown in the body, can pose significant health challenges if it accumulates beyond a healthy threshold. This condition, known as hyperuricemia, requires careful attention and proactive management to prevent complications like gout, kidney stones, and other chronic ailments. As a senior medical consultant specializing in metabolic disorders, I aim to provide a comprehensive understanding of high uric acid, its symptoms, causes, and evidence-based strategies for effective control. Symptoms: A Spectrum of Discomfort and Dysfunction: Elevated…
Read MoreWinter Wonderland Turns Icy Nightmare: Kashmir Valley Shivers Under Record-Breaking Cold Snap
The intense cold wave conditions in Kashmir valley has resulted in freezing of several water bodies while water supply pipes in many areas have been jammed Kashmir is freezing under intense cold wave with Srinagar city recording the coldest night of this season even as the minimum settled several degrees below freezing point across the valley, officials said on Thursday. Srinagar city — the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir — recorded a low of minus 5.4 degrees Celsius on Wednesday night which was slightly lower than previous night’s minus…
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