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15 Oct 2024

Is there a connection between work-stress and heart attacks?

?What causes heart attacks? ?How to reduce stress? ?What does science say about sleep? ?Do COVID vaccines cause sudden deaths as claimed on social media? ?How to calculate personal coronary risk? An evidence-based scientific article in plain English, with numerous references, includes the latest research. Also has links to my prior works on sudden deaths in young adults, CPR, Long…

18 Jun 2024

ജപ്പാനിൽ വ്യാപിച്ച് എസ്ടിഎസ്എസ്; മറ്റൊരു മഹാമാരിയുടെ തുടക്കമോ?… Read more at: https://www.manoramaonline.com/health/health-news/2024/06/18/dr-rajeev-jayadevan-shares-about-stss.html

ഗ്രൂപ്പ് എ സ്ട്രെപ്റ്റോകോക്കൽ ബാക്ടീരിയ ബാധയിലൂടെ ഉണ്ടാകുന്ന സ്ട്രെപ്റ്റോകോക്കൽ ടോസിക് ഷോക്ക് സിൻഡ്രോം (എസ്ടിഎസ്എസ്) അഥവാ ‘ഫ്ലഷ് ഈറ്റിങ്’ ബാക്ടീരിയൽ ഇൻഫെക്‌ഷൻ ജപ്പാനിൽ വ്യാപിക്കുന്നതായി റിപ്പോർട്ട് വന്നതോടെ മറ്റൊരു മഹാമാരിയുടെ തുടക്കമാണോ എന്ന ചർച്ചകൾ സജീവമാകുന്നു.

14 May 2024

കേരളത്തിൽ 4000ത്തോളം കേസുകൾ, 10 മരണം: എന്താണ് ഹെപ്പറ്റൈറ്റിസ് എ? എങ്ങനെ പടരുന്നു?… Read more at: https://www.manoramaonline.com/news/latest-news/2024/05/14/dr-rajeev-jayadevan-speaks-about-hepatitis-b-and-how-it-spread.html

ഹെപ്പറ്റൈറ്റിസ് എ വൈറസ് ശരീരത്തിൽ പ്രവേശിച്ചാൽ അത് മറ്റുള്ളവരിലേക്ക് പകരാനുള്ള സാധ്യതയുണ്ടെന്ന് പ്രമുഖ ഗ്യാസ്ട്രോഎന്ററോളജിസ്റ്റും ഇന്ത്യൻ മെഡിക്കൽ അസോസിയേഷൻ മുൻ പ്രസിഡന്റുമായ ഡോ. രാജീവ് ജയദേവൻ പറയുന്നു.

21 Jul 2023

Organ Donation made simple: A user-friendly guide

I have discussed the complicated subject of organ donation in the simplest and clearest terms possible. I have used a convenient “question - answer” format as given below, for your convenience. This is a reference article, also useful for teaching. You may forward to people who enjoy good science writing. Artwork is mine, so are most of the graphs.

09 Jan 2022

How not to be fooled while reading research studies

Even though medical research is expected to generate scientific truth, unfortunately we sometimes see exaggerated and misleading conclusions. This could lead some readers into taking wrong decisions. Most people tend to blindly believe the authors’ conclusions given in the abstract of each study, and look no further. This is unfortunately not an advisable strategy. Often, research studies use terminology and…

09 Apr 2018

Fire safety: what to do, what not to do.

What if we get trapped in a fire? Every second counts. There is no time to think, deliberate or ask other people for advice. Learn these cool and clever survival skills today. You never know when they come useful. Share with friends, children, family, neighbours and colleagues. Those with teaching skills, please use the text, videos and slides to educate…

17 Mar 2018

Worried about heart disease? Find out who needs a treadmill test, who doesn’t, and why

Worried about heart disease? Do you need a treadmill test? This article explains: 1. Mechanisms of heart attacks 2. What is a treadmill test, who needs it, who doesn’t, and why? 3. How the same test can be inaccurate and accurate in different settings. 4. Essential biostatistics in really easy format A useful guide for everyone, including doctors and students.…

30 Jan 2018

All is not well: the dark side of pregnancy

A few years ago, an apparently healthy pregnant woman was admitted for delivery at a hospital in Pal...

29 Apr 2020

Explained: Reverse quarantine against COVID-19

The Kerala government is making preparations to implement reverse quarantine to safeguard those who are vulnerable to COVID-19. Dr Rajeev Jayadevan and Bindu Padmanabhan explain the medical and psychological impact of Reverse quarantine.

14 Apr 2020

India needs more COVID-19 testing: Here is how it will save money and lives

To defeat a pandemic, no single strategy is effective on its own. India has done well in implementing early lockdown and social distancing measures, as well as in screening and tracking visitors from high-risk countries. However, only when all proven strategies combine together can we expect a good outcome. For instance, even a single person, without any symptoms, is capable…

10 Apr 2020

How does the SARS-CoV-2 virus really spread? Presenting a theory that might explain the super-spreader

The exact mechanism of spread of the SARS-CoV-2 virus in the community has so far been unclear. Droplet spread by coughing and sneezing has been the conventional explanation. However, recent observations have suggested this might not be the only mechanism, as people without any symptoms have even become super-spreaders. Based on published research evidence, this article proposes the role of…

28 Jul 2019

How to drive in foreign countries: A step-by-step guide…

Would you like to drive in foreign countries? How to switch from right hand drive to left hand drive? How to avoid mistakes? How to prepare beforehand? For those who have the skill and the opportunity, but are reluctant to take the plunge. This article contains every driving tip, resource and reference that’s required, including videos. Written as a sequel…

28 Jul 2019

How to defeat the Nipah virus: A plain English guide…

♦How to defeat the Nipah virus: a plain English guide. 1. Lessons from worldwide ? Nipah experience 2. How to prevent further outbreaks 3. Role of bats ? in Nipah 4. How to prevent the virus ? from spreading 5. Cough etiquette ? 6. Methods to keep hospitals and patients safe during an outbreak ? 7. Symptoms of Nipah virus…

11 Apr 2019

Snake bite: What to do, what not to do and why…

Jayanti and her classmate from school were playing in the garden on a hot summer evening in Cochin, Kerala. While picking up a ball from amongst the dried leaves on the ground, Jayanti felt a sudden pain on her hand, as though she had been stuck with a needle. Hearing a rustle in the leaves, she just caught the glimpse…

28 Jan 2019

How to drive safely at night: an A-Z guide.

How to drive safely at night: an A-Z guide. Includes: 1. Interesting facts in biology, physics and mathematics about driving 2. Detailed discussion of the risks 3. Comprehensive list of easy solutions 4. Further reading section includes my own 40 minute lecture on this topic, and other articles *Written in bullet format for easy reading. Enjoy and share with anyone…

21 Sep 2018

Self-defence without Karate: a guide for the common man

SELF-DEFENCE FOR THE COMMON MAN who doesn’t know Karate. An A-Z guide. My most recent work, and also my favourite. Useful to discuss and share with family & friends, schools, colleges and social forums. Self defence is an essential life skill just like first aid, CPR and fire safety. A detailed book on this topic is in the works. Dr…

11 Jun 2018

How to be safe from lightning.

Lightning is fascinating, dangerous and beautiful. This article explains the science of lightning in simple language, debunks popular myths, and provides surprisingly effective survival tips. 1. The physics of thunder and lightning ⛈ 2. Is it safe to drive during lightning? 3. Are mobile phones dangerous? 4. Can we take shelter under? a tree? 5. Can we calculate how far…

03 May 2018

Plan an affordable overseas trip: an A-Z guide

How to travel abroad without paying too much. A comprehensive step-by-step guide. Based on my 26 years of travel experience. Includes: 1. Smart money-saving and budgeting tips 2. How to drive while abroad: do's and don'ts 3. How to mingle and talk with foreigners 4. How to avoid being robbed 5. How to enjoy food at moderate cost 6. Common…

17 Nov 2017

Memory loss in old age: How friendships and lifestyle can protect us from dementia

Dementia or loss of memory is no longer considered a natural outcome of ageing, but rather a biologi...

21 Oct 2017

Emergency and trauma care in Kerala: opportunities and challenges

Much has been discussed recently about the quality of emergency care available in Kerala, especially...

28 Sep 2017

How clean should clean be?

Man’s obsession for cleanliness is evident from the vast array of cleaning products available on the...

21 Sep 2017

Visiting a family who just lost a loved one? Here is a list of do’s and don’t’s

Few people are comfortable visiting a home where death has just occurred. For some, it can be a sens...

01 Sep 2017

Drinker’s nightmare: the curious case of the pancreas, an organ capable of destroying itself

At thirty-six years of age and gainfully employed, Lawrence was a devoted husband and parent. Though...

20 Jul 2017

Schadenfreude: the guilty pleasure of seeing another person’s misfortune

Human beings are fundamentally pleasure-seeking creatures. This inborn tendency makes us crave for t...

29 Jun 2017

Why India isn’t ready for generic prescriptions yet

Afsal realised he had run out of soap. As always, he approached Chandran, the local shopkeeper for h...

01 Jun 2017

Hepatitis A, the friendly neighborhood jaundice

Every year, outbreaks of jaundice occur in Kerala. The most common cause of such jaundice is Hepatit...

26 Apr 2017

Excessive honking can be bad for your heart

For anyone who has traveled the world, the excessive automobile horn use in India will be an interes...

06 Apr 2017

Wheelchairs don’t climb stairs: What society can and should be doing for the differently abled

This is my recollection of a passage written by Ashla, a beautiful young woman – articulate, educate...

23 Mar 2017

Getting to know the Cholesterol family

No family has perhaps received as much attention as the cholesterol family, whose members are common...

23 Feb 2017

The truth about cooking oils: the good, the bad and the ugly

It is said that man is the only animal that consumes oil as part of diet. The rest of the animal kin...

02 Feb 2017

Thinking of the worst-case-scenario each time?

There is a story about a woman who was standing by a river bank, panic-stricken and crying. A man wh...

18 Jan 2017

Information overload: how it can make our brain freeze, even lower our IQ

A study was done in Israel about the chances of a prisoner getting parole from the judge in court....

04 Jan 2017

It is possible to defeat colon cancer — if we are proactive

Few topics evoke greater sense of apprehension than the word cancer. Everyone knows what it is, and ...

04 Jan 2017

The basics about pain and painkillers: a user’s guide

Priya is 31 years old, and is a homemaker. Although in good health, she suffered from occasional sev...

07 Dec 2016

The changing truth about alcohol and why it may not be good for the heart

Research is the foundation of science. Even though mankind has existed over 200,000 years, much of t...

23 Nov 2016

Medication safety: if there is an effect, there has to be a side effect

“Doctor, do these medicines have side effects?” This is a common question that patients ask their...

11 Nov 2016

Hepatitis B: an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure

A tiny virus, that loves to live inside the liver, occasionally causes disease and is almost impossi...

30 Oct 2016

Let this Diwali be a festival of lights, not deafening noise

The sweet shops may not see much rush during Diwali in Kerala but the fireworks shops are doing roar...

26 Oct 2016

Fatty liver: are you at risk of cirrhosis ?

Rohit is 30 years old, and works for a bank. He underwent an ultrasound scan of the abdomen as part ...

11 Oct 2016

How to make the most out of a doctor visit

“By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail”- Benjamin Franklin...

03 Oct 2016

Staying alive on our roads

Every year, road accidents kill or permanently disable more than 36,000 individuals in Kerala - a st...

14 Sep 2016

Brain death: When is someone really dead?

“Life is pleasant, death is peaceful. It is the transition that is troublesome.” - Issac Asimov...

30 Aug 2016

Scary but true: Psychiatric illness is more common than we think

Vasant, a 15 year-old boy, tried to kill himself by drinking a pesticide. Luckily for him, he was br...

16 Aug 2016

Going for a lab test? You need to read this first

Anil, a 30-year-old accountant, was a very worried man. His bilirubin was found elevated on a routin...

01 Aug 2016

Google vs doctor: why Internet self-diagnosis is a bad idea

Manju, a 26 year-old IT professional working long hours in Kochi, developed a nagging pain in the ce...

19 Jul 2016

Transgenders – there is much to know before judging!

There has been much discussion on the topic of transgenders in media lately. For those who are unfam...

05 Jul 2016

Medical hoaxes: if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is

“A lie can travel halfway around the world before truth has even finished putting on its shoes” – th...

21 Jun 2016

Who said death has to be unpleasant? Do these 16 things now

After birth, death is the only other certainty in life. While we pay a lot of attention to the whole...

07 Jun 2016

Love Kerala food? Here’s a diet plan tailored for you

Across the world, the concept of an ideal diet has been the focus of debates over the years. Numerous books have been written about diets. While Atkin

25 May 2016

Noise kills: this is scarier than you thought

“Indians love really loud music,” proclaims a TV ad trying to promote a mobile phone, the words comi...

25 Apr 2016

Learn these 6 first-aid tips, be a lifesaver

The recent tragic death of a young lady doctor at Thrissur by choking on her own food raised many ey...