Mr. Navjot Singh, Executive Director, Trivitron Healthcare In the dynamic landscape of modern medicine, technological advancements continue to reshape the way healthcare professionals approach diagnosis and treatment. One such groundbreaking innovation that has significantly transformed orthopedic surgery is the utilization of C-Arm technology. This imaging technology, consisting of a C-shaped arm with an X-ray source […]
Living with Vertigo: Tips for a Balanced Life
Dr. Jyotirmay S Hegde, HOD & Lead Consultant ENT, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru You might have experienced vertigo when you look down from a tall height and suddenly feel dizzy, with a sensation like butterflies in your stomach. This is called vertigo and it is a fairly common issue that most people face. This happens […]
Are you at risk of Preeclampsia?
All you need to know about this pregnancy complication Are you an expecting Mom? While the joy of impending motherhood is certainly exciting, there’s important information to be aware of as you embark on this incredible journey. Preeclampsia is a syndrome that manifests during pregnancy, characterized by elevated blood pressure and signs of organ damage, […]
Child Cancer Experts Stress on Early Identification of Symptoms for Better Outcomes
Over 50,000 children are afflicted by cancer every year in India The incidence of child cancer in India is approximately 38-124 per million children with over 50,000 children being diagnosed with the dreaded disease each year. This incidence has been increasing over the last two-three decades. This was said by cancer experts of Sammprada Hospital, […]
HCG EKO Cancer Centre Kolkata Successfully Performs the Complex Robot-Assisted Right Hepatectomy in Eastern India
In a groundbreaking medical achievement, HCG EKO Cancer Centre in Newtown, Kolkata, recently performed the complex robot-assisted right hepatectomy on a 65-years-old Mr. Pankaj (name changed), who was suffering from liver cancer. The successful surgery was performed by Dr. S. K. Bala, Senior Surgical Oncologist, HCG Kolkata and Dr. Devendra Parikh, Senior Robotic Cancer Surgeon, […]
Unlocking the Mystery of Laryngeal Cancer: From the Beginning to Recovery
By Dr. Shama Shetty, Consultant ENT and Head and Neck Oncology, SPARSH Hospital, Yelahanka, Bengaluru Getting to Know Your Voice’s Guardian Let’s talk about the larynx – our voice’s defender, tucked in our neck, making sure we can talk, breathe, and swallow easily. But what if the dark clouds of laryngeal carcinoma disturb this balance? […]
Large Indian Genome wide study identifies key genes for Parkinson disease in young people, uncovers South Asia specific mutation
A new study conducted by MedGenome, a leading global genomics company in South Asia, together with Parkinson’s Research Alliance of India (PRAI) found that rare genetic variations along with common variants derived through polygenic risk score (PRS) can detect Young Onset of Parkinson’s Disease (YOPD). A pilot study was published through this collaboration in the 2022 July edition […]
Reducing toxicity of cancer treatment key to better outcomes: Dr. Radheshyam Naik
Several innovations can reduce toxicity while enhancing, or at least preserving, the efficacy of treatment Cancer is a dreaded disease because without therapy, it is uniformly fatal, and its therapy is almost always toxic. Along with the fear of death, patients are also afraid of toxicity in cancer treatment and reduced quality of life. However, […]
Awareness, Symptoms and Treatment of Cervical Cancer
Dr. Sneha Kommineni, Consultant medical Oncologist, Aster RV Hospital, Bengaluru “Persistent infections with high-risk strains of human papillomavirus (HPV), a sexually transmitted infection, are the primary cause of most cervical cancers. The alarming prevalence of cervical cancer is largely attributed to a lack of public awareness about its symptoms, social stigma surrounding the disease, and […]
Apollo Cancer Centres & Apollo Proton Cancer Centres Launches ‘Unmask Cancer’
In a poignant exploration of life post-cancer, Apollo Cancer Centres (ACCs) & Apollo Proton Cancer Centres (APCC) proudly introduces 'Unmask Cancer,' a groundbreaking campaign aimed at unravelling the truth about cancer, dispelling myths, and fostering empathy within the society. As World Cancer Day approaches, ACCs takes a bold step to address the unfortunate reality of […]