Dr. Priyanka Kuri, Consultant – Dermatology, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Winter weather brings a host of skincare challenges, from dryness and irritation to dullness and sensitivity. When temperatures drop, so does humidity, causing moisture to evaporate from the skin faster, which can leave it feeling tight, rough, and even itchy. Plus, the transition between cold […]
Celebrate a Safe and Bright Deepavali: Essential Eye Care Tips for Fireworks Season
Deepavali is often celebrated with two essential elements: diyas and fireworks. Age is not a factor when it comes to enjoying fireworks, and everyone loves the excitement they bring. However, if this tradition involves the use of firecrackers, it is crucial to take extra care while handling them. Most fireworks injuries during this festive season […]
Fighting Viral Hepatitis in India: Prevention, Risks, and the Path to Better Health
Dr. Naveen Ganjoo, Senior Consultant – Hepatology & Integrated Liver Care, Aster RV Hospital Understanding Hepatitis Viral hepatitis is a liver infection caused by different viruses (A, B, C, D, E). In India, it is a significant public health issue. As per the World Health Organization reports, Hepatitis B impacts nearly 4 crore people in […]
Beyond the Scale: The Psychological Impact of Obesity
Dr. Smrithi D Nayak, Consultant – Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Aster RV Hospital, Bengaluru Obesity, a rapidly growing health issue in India and around the world, affects men, women, and children from all levels of a wide range of demographics. Obesity symptoms and signs also go far beyond a mere gain of weight. They include shortness […]
19-year-old Patient from Yemen undergoes lifesaving Spine Correction Surgery at Manipal Hospital Baner, Pune
Recently, a team of doctors at Manipal Hospital, Baner, Pune, successfully conducted a complex spinal surgery on a 19-year-old female from Yemen who was suffering from severe congenital kyphoscoliosis. The patient, admitted on September 12, 2024, had a spinal deformity which was making her daily life a challenge with debilitating symptoms, including difficulty in walking, sitting, […]
Staying Safe During Monsoon: Expert Tips on Waterborne Disease Prevention
Dr. Aravinda S N, Lead Consultant – Internal Medicine, Aster RV Hospital, JP Nagar, Bengaluru It has been raining in many parts of India. We should be aware that it brings a heightened risk of waterborne, mosquito-borne, and respiratory diseases due to contamination of water sources caused by heavy rains and floods. Waterborne Diseases: Causes […]
7 Effective Ways to Reduce Your Stroke Risk
Dr. Swaroop Gopal, Group Director – Aster International Institute of Neurosciences and Spine Care, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru A stroke is caused by an interruption in the blood supply in the brain. This leads to possible damage to the structure as well as the functioning of the brain, resulting in the onset of physical limitations […]
About 15-20 % of total blindness cases in Karnataka are due to corneal blindness: Dr Agarwals Eye hospital
Corneal blindness in India is on the rise, with an expected annual increase of 20,000 to 25,000 new cases in next few years, adding to the existing patient pool of 12 lakhs Corneal blindness is on the rise in India, with the country seeing an estimated 20,000 to 25,000 new cases every year. It is […]
5 Ways in Which Obesity Affects Mental Health
Dr. Suchismitha Rajamanya, Lead Consultant & HOD – Internal Medicine, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Today, with the increased consumption of fast foods, physical inactivity, and more time spent on screens, there is a growing number of people who suffer from weight-associated problems that eventually affect their mental stability. The highly competitive world and increase in […]
6 Exercises That Help In Controlling Osteoporosis
Dr. Kumardev Arvind Rajamanya, Head of Department (HOD) & Lead Consultant – Orthopaedics, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Osteoporosis refers to a condition that causes one’s bones to be fragile, porous and prone to breaking. The chances of this disease being found is higher in senior citizens, especially women post-menopause. However, if a person includes physical […]