17th Aug, 2020 Document Purpose We are in the midst of an unprecedented healthcare crisis. Through this document, we share critical and important information on all things relating to COVID-19. It should serve as a quick reference guide for everyone in Bengaluru. In addition, it should help volunteers on the ground & serve as a […]
Category: Health and Wellness
Help for distressed women
Bembala, a Whitefield Rising initiative, is a free and confidential volunteer run support center and referral provider for women and children facing any form of abuse or distress. Bembala provides emotional support and assistance through referral networks such as police intervention, legal/medical aid, shelter, counselling, occupational support and more. All services are offered free. Bembala […]
Medical Emergencies and Resources
Heart Attack How to Prevent a Heart Attack Go for a healthy diet to lower cholesterol—such as trans fat-free food, fruits and vegetables Beat obesity by taking up a weight loss program Reduce salt intake to reduce blood pressure Increase physical activity such as walking and other forms of exercise Quit smoking and excessive alcohol intake Do yoga, meditation and spend quality time with […]
Blood donation
Introduction A blood donation is when a healthy person voluntarily has blood drawn. The blood is used for transfusions or made into medications by a process called fractionation. The amount of blood drawn and the methods vary, but a typical donation is 500 milliliters of whole blood. The collection can be done manually or with […]
How to improve your personal safety as a woman
1 Introducton Its going to be really hard to find that woman who has not had some unwanted unprovoked advance from a male. They range from minor incidents all the way to Rape. Given how rampant it has all become, it has never been more important to take responsibility for your safety. It is common knowledge […]
Social Security Schemes – Jan Suraksha
1 Introduction This article describes the government schemes available for life insurance, accidental insurance and pension scheme “Unless you are immortal, you need life insurance” 2 Social Security Schemes – Jan Suraksha There are multiple insurance schemes provided by government. Please do make use of the same and especially inform your maids/security guards/staffs etc and help them […]
The 16 Days of Activism Against ‘Gender Based Violence’ Campaign
Assisted by Fiona Martin, Ritu George and Yamini Chandrasekaran The 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence is an international campaign that has been organized and managed by the Center for Women’s Global Leadership since 1991. The campaign has been used by activists around the world to call for the elimination of all forms of […]
Where to get free medical and surgical care
1 Introduction This article describes where and how to get free medical and surgical care. 2 Sathya Sai Superpecialty Hospital 2.1 Introduction The Sathya Sai Superpecialty Hospital at Whitefield offers completely free medical and surgical care in Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery provided by highly skilled physicians and nurses using state-of-the-art technology. Everyone is welcome for a free consultation […]