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Safeguard health during change of season Mohali, October 25 According to Dr Vikas Bhutani, consultant, internal medicine, “As viral flu and cold are on the rise these days, it is advisable to cover yourself properly, specially during late evenings and early mornings. People at the extremes of age i.e. children and the elderly and those allergic to change in temperature and cold should be extra careful. “To avoid catching viral infections, maintain good nutrition and get plenty of rest. Take more of non-alcoholic and hot beverages like tea, coffee, hot chocolate and soup and avoid cold items such as cold drinks and ice-creams,” he added. According to Dr Paramjeet Singh Walia, consultant, dermatology, “Skin tends to become dry and there is an increase in cases of xerotic eczema. It is advisable to use glycerin-rich soaps and emollients regularly. There are increased cases of dandruff. “Another common and irritating problem is chilblains, in which the fingers and toes get swollen due to excessive exposure to cold. It is an itchy condition and creates a lot of discomfort. Patients should use warm water for their daily needs and keep their hands and feet warm. “Cases of psoriasis or scaly erythematous plaques over the scalp also start increasing in winters. It is advisable for patients with psoriasis to make a visit to their doctor before winter fully sets in. Persons with allergic tendencies and patients of atopic alergy should take care of woollen allergy and must wear cotton underclothes,” he stated. According to Dr Vinod K. Maini, consultant, pulmonology, “Allergic asthma is often associated with changing weather conditions. Changes in temperature, an increase or drop, can trigger asthma attacks, as can sudden changes in the weather. Asthmatics should take their inhalers and medicines regularly.” |
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No blood bank accounts in PGI Chandigarh, October 25 Dr Pankaj Kaul, Senior Technician, Department of Parasitology, is not authorised to release statements on behalf of the Department of Transfusion Medicine, PGI, and he is also not a member of the State Blood Transfusion Council, Chandigarh, as reported in the news-item, says Mr Gupta.
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Markand adjudged best athlete Chandigarh, October 25 Rana Gurjeet Singh, MP, presided over the prize distribution function. He announced a grant of Rs 21,000 for the Physically Handicapped Association, Punjab, for the meet. The other gold medal winners were: Shotput (under 11 years): M.K. Shah (West Bengal); (under 15 years, male): Mohammad Latif (West Bengal); (under 19 years, female): Bandana Dass (West Bengal); Long jump (Under 15 years, male) mentally challenged: T. Atchuth Kumar (Andhra Pradesh) 1500 metres walk (under 19 years) cerebral palsy, female: Aarya Ratna (Orissa); 100 metres run: (above 19 years) orthopaedically handicapped (upper limb): Markand Reddy; 200 metres run (above 19 years) orthopaedically handicapped (lower limb): Sanjay Kumar Galgale (Maharashtra); 200 metres run (above 19 years) upper limbs: Markand Reddy (Orissa). Trycycle race (under 15 years) lower limbs: Rajkumar (Bihar). Long jump (under 11 years) mentally handicapped: P. Gangapathy Naidu (Andhra Pradesh). 1500 metres walk (under 19 years), male mentally handicapped: Tapan Kumar Bahera ( Orissa); 3000 metres cycling (above 19 years) orthopaedically handicapped (upper limb), male: Markand Reddy (Orissa). Discus throw (under 19 years) wheel chair (male): Gurmail Singh (Punjab). |
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Parachute Regiment sets new national record Chandigarh, October 25 The regiment is now attempting a never before adventure of flying five paramotors from the hills of Udhampur in Kashmir to the coasts of
Kanyakumari, covering about 4,000 km in 35 days. The expedition, which commenced on October 21, reached Chandigarh here today. A demonstration of sky-diving, para-motor flying and para-sailing was organised here today. Hot-air ballooning was also scheduled but it could not take off due to unfavourable atmospheric conditions. The team is led by Col M S Sandhu and comprises of five para-motors along with seven para-motorists and a compliment of administrative and support staff. A para-motor consists of a propeller-driven 312 cc engine and an oblong parachute strapped to the para-motorist’s back, which enables him to virtually take off and fly like a bird. It has an endurance of about three hours and its altitude and direction can be controlled. The aim of the expedition, which will touch down at a number of places enroute, is to bring awareness about the Indian Army amongst the youth of the country by interacting with them. |
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Chandigarh, Delhi set for title clash Chandigarh, October 25 Today’s results: Chandigarh bt Jodhpur 27-25, 25-23, 25-19, and Delhi bt Shimla 25-16, 25-11, 25-19. |
Ban orders for restaurants, discos Chandigarh, October 25 Mr R.K. Rao, Deputy Commissioner, said, “Commercial establishments/ shopkeepers engaged in the business of restaurants, pubs, wine shops, discos, clubs and vendors sitting by the road sides and on the public places operating till late in the night are causing annoyance and are disturbing the public peace and tranquility”. The order will not apply to coffee shops in hotels, hospitals, chemist shops and petrol pumps. The restaurants, pubs discos and clubs are allowed to be opened upto 2.00 am on Saturdays and Sundays. Cyber cafes are allowed to be open upto 2.00 am on all days. |
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