Existing mohalla clinics aren’t functional, why open more?

There are almost 519 Aam Aadmi Mohalla Clinics in Delhi as per the data provided by the Delhi Government. Patriot asks Delhiites what they think about them as a healthcare facility

A pledge that saves lives

With Neelima’s untimely death in a road accident on 6 June, importance of organ donation resurfaced when her family decided to donate her eyes. Patriot gets an insight into what it is like to be at the centre of the life-saving process of organ donation

Surgical spike: Rise in hysterotomies raise concern

India has witnessed a surge in the number of hysterectomies among young women. This is a cause for concern, for though the operation is regarded as a safe procedure, there are short-term and long-term risks

Kick that habit: No smoke, no disease

According to the Global Adult Tobacco Survey India, 2016-2017, there are almost 267 million tobacco users in India

How to tackle the blues

Around 43% of the Indian population is battling depression, according to a fitness magazine. Patriot talks with doctors to get an expert view of this alarming trend and get some guidance on how sufferers can seek medical help

Time to legitimise cannabis?

In India, consumption of marijuana for recreational purposes is considered deviant behaviour, and the person who smokes it is stigmatised. But 18 states of the US have already allowed such use, and more states will undoubtedly follow suit

Hitting the track: Delhi’s marathons post pandemic

With the new fitness trends and challenges coming in, the love for running remained consistent. Runners clubs and other groups have tried to keep this interest alive among all age groups

With 96 dengue cases in Delhi so far, here’s how you can dodge the disease

The capital has reported nearly hundred dengue cases this year, even as monsoon is yet to arrive. The climate conditions are conducive to mosquito breeding, putting Delhi at the risk of a dengue outbreak. Here are some tips about the symptoms, details about the disease and preventive measures that can be taken