It depends on where you live. Tap water safety varies a lot by country, city, and even neighbourhood.

In general

• Many places do not have reliably safe tap water for drinking without treatment.

• Even where water is treated, old pipes, storage tanks, or intermittent supply can contaminate it.

• Clear water ≠ safe water.

Signs your tap water may NOT be safe

• Yellow/brown color or particles

• Metallic, chlorine, or sewage smell

• Oily film or unusual taste

• Frequent stomach issues after drinking it

• Old plumbing or water stored in overhead tanks

No — your microwave is not giving you cancer.

Here’s why 👇

🔬 How microwaves work

• Microwaves use non-ionizing radiation

• This type of radiation cannot damage DNA

• Cancer is linked to ionizing radiation (like X-rays, gamma rays, nuclear radiation)

So the radiation from a microwave does not cause cancer.

🍲 Is microwave food dangerous?

No.

• Microwaves heat food, they don’t make it radioactive

• The molecules are not changed in a harmful way

• Microwave cooking often preserves nutrients better than boiling

🛡️ What about leakage?

• Modern microwaves are shielded

• If the door seal is intact, radiation stays inside

• Standing near a working microwave is safe

🤧 Colds

You’re usually contagious:

• 1–2 days before symptoms start

• While you have symptoms

• Most contagious in the first 2–3 days

• Can remain contagious for up to 7 days

• Children may spread it longer (10+ days)

🤒 Flu (Influenza)

You’re usually contagious:

• 1 day before symptoms

• 3–5 days after symptoms begin

• Some people (especially kids or those with weak immunity) can spread it for 7 days or more

Heart surgery is an operation done to repair, unblock, or replace parts of the heart or its blood vessels when they’re not working properly.

Why heart surgery is done

Doctors recommend heart surgery to treat problems such as:

• Blocked arteries (that supply blood to the heart)

• Heart valve problems (valves too tight or leaking)

• Heart rhythm issues

• Heart defects present from birth

• Severe heart damage after a heart attack

Common types of heart surgery

• Bypass surgery (CABG): creates a new path for blood around blocked arteries

• Valve repair or replacement: fixes faulty heart valves

• Pacemaker or defibrillator surgery: helps control heart rhythm

• Heart transplant: replaces a severely damaged heart with a healthy one

• Minimally invasive heart surgery: smaller cuts, faster recovery

How it’s done

• Can be open-heart surgery (chest opened, heart may be stopped briefly)

• Or minimally invasive (small cuts, special tools)

• Performed by a cardiac surgeon in a hospital

Recovery

• Hospital stay: a few days to a few weeks (depending on surgery)

• Full recovery: weeks to months

• Includes rest, medication, and sometimes cardiac rehabilitation

Is it dangerous?

• Like all surgeries, it has risks

• But it’s very common and often life-saving

• Success rates are high when done early and properly

LASIK treatment is a laser eye surgery used to correct vision problems so you can see clearly without glasses or contact lenses.

What LASIK fixes

• Nearsightedness (myopia) – can’t see far clearly

• Farsightedness (hyperopia) – trouble seeing close

• Astigmatism – blurry or distorted vision

How LASIK works

1. An eye doctor creates a thin flap on the surface of the eye (cornea)

2. A laser reshapes the cornea so light focuses properly on the retina

3. The flap is placed back — no stitches needed

⏱️ The procedure usually takes 10–15 minutes for both eyes.

Bed charges are the fees a hospital charges for the use of a hospital bed during a patient’s stay.

What bed charges usually include

• Use of the hospital bed and room

• Basic nursing care

• Room utilities (electricity, cleaning)

• General ward services

What bed charges usually do NOT include

❌ Doctor’s consultation fees
❌ Surgery or procedure costs
❌ Medicines and injections
❌ Lab tests and scans
❌ ICU charges (usually separate)

Types of bed charges

• General ward – lowest cost, shared space

• Semi-private room – moderate cost

• Private room – higher cost

• ICU/CCU – highest cost, special monitoring

Eating vegetables is one of the best ways to stay healthy, but the “best” ones depend on nutrients you want. Here’s a clear guide:

🥦 Top Vegetables to Eat Often

1. Leafy Greens

• Examples: Spinach, Kale, Lettuce, Swiss chard, Collard greens

• Benefits:

  • Rich in vitamins A, C, K, folate

  • High in fiber

  • Good for bones, eyes, and immunity

2. Cruciferous Vegetables

• Examples: Broccoli, Cauliflower, Cabbage, Brussels sprouts

• Benefits:

  • Contain antioxidants and cancer-fighting compounds

  • High in vitamin C and fiber

  • Supports detoxification

3. Root Vegetables

• Examples: Carrots, Sweet potatoes, Beets, Radishes

• Benefits:

  • Rich in beta-carotene (vitamin A)

  • Provide complex carbs for energy

  • Good for vision and skin health

4. Allium Vegetables

• Examples: Onions, Garlic, Leeks, Shallots

• Benefits:

  • Boost immunity

  • Help heart health (lower cholesterol, blood pressure)

  • Natural antimicrobials

5. Peppers & Tomatoes

• Examples: Red, yellow, green peppers, Tomatoes

• Benefits:

  • High in vitamin C, lycopene, antioxidants

  • Reduce inflammation

  • Support skin and heart health

6. Legumes & Pods

• Examples: Green beans, Peas, Okra

• Benefits:

  • High in fiber and plant protein

  • Support digestion and blood sugar control

  • Low calorie but filling

7. Other Nutrient-Packed Veggies

• Cucumber – hydration, low-calorie

• Zucchini – fiber, vitamin C

• Pumpkin – vitamin A, antioxidants