In a significant step forward for India’s cancer treatment, Immuneel Therapeutics (Immuneel), proudly unveils Qartemi®, country’s first global CAR T-cell therapy for adult B-cell Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma (B-NHL). A personalized therapy for adult patients with relapsed or refractory B-NHL, Immuneel, India’s leading cell and gene therapy start-up, addresses a critical gap in India’s cancer immunotherapy landscape. This groundbreaking therapy—benchmarked to global […]
5 Hidden Factors Behind Heart Attack
Dr. Chirag D, Consultant – Interventional Cardiology, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Heart attacks are often associated with well-known risk factors like high cholesterol, hypertension, and smoking. However, there are several lesser-known contributors that can silently increase the risk of heart diseases. These hidden factors often go unnoticed, making it crucial to spread awareness regarding them. […]
Toxic Truths: Protecting Your Health from Natural Toxins in Everyday Foods
Soumita Biswas, Clinical Nutritionist, Aster RV Hospital Natural toxins in food are a hidden yet significant concern, capable of causing a wide range of adverse health effects. These toxins, naturally produced by plants, algae, or fungi, can pose serious health risks to both humans and livestock. From mild allergic reactions to severe, even fatal outcomes, […]
Mumbai’s First Liver Transplant of 2025 successfully performed at Fortis Hospital Mulund
The transplant was enabled by second cadaveric donation of Mumbai on 12th January 2025, the donor family consented to donate both Kidneys, and Liver Clinical team at Fortis Hospital Mulund successfully enabled its first cadaveric organ transplant of 2025 today, following second cadaveric donation of Mumbai on Jan 12th 2025. A 29-year-old recipient, diagnosed with […]
Software Engineer from Malaysia undergoes Robotic Direct Anterior Hip Replacement Surgery at Fortis Hospital Bannerghatta Road
Fortis Hospital Bannerghatta Road, has successfully treated a 53-year-old software engineer from Malaysia who underwent a robotic direct anterior hip replacement surgery. The patient had been suffering from chronic hip pain due to avascular necrosis (AVN) following a previous COVID-19 infection. Despite seeking treatment at multiple hospitals worldwide and undergoing two failed surgeries, he turned to […]
A Growing Threat: Navigating HMPV and Emerging Respiratory Illnesses in Children
Dr. Sujatha Thyagarajan, Lead & HOD – Pediatric Intensive Care and Pediatric Emergency at Aster RV Hospital Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) has become an important issue among respiratory infections in children in the last few years. Though it is like other viral infections, where symptoms include cough, cold, and fever, its clinical presentations and treatment modalities […]
Kerala’s first ultra-low contrast heart procedure with the help of edge Avigo-Intravascular Ultrasound system performed at SP Medifort
In a groundbreaking achievement for cardiac care in the state, SP Medifort Hospital, Eanchakkal, has successfully conducted Kerala’s first Ultra-Low Contrast Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI) using the cutting-edge Avigo-Intravascular Ultrasound (IVUS) system. This milestone procedure was performed on a 42-year-old patient with compromised kidney function in the hospital’s advanced 3D AI Cath Lab (GE Allia), […]
Apollo Proton Cancer Centre Sets a New Benchmark in Renal Surgery with RRAPN procedure
Apollo Proton Cancer Centre (APCC), successfully performs Chennai’s first Retroperitoneal Robot-assisted Partial Nephrectomy (RRAPN), showcasing its commitment to advancing minimally invasive surgical techniques. The complex procedure was performed on a 40-year-old patient from Bangladesh who had a 5cm long tumour located near the kidney’s major blood vessels – a challenging position that made the surgery […]
8 Ways a Deviated Septum Can Impact People’s Lifestyle
Dr. Jyotirmay S Hegde, HOD & Lead Consultant ENT, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru A deviated septum occurs when the thin wall between your nostrils shifts to one side. It can have serious effects beyond being a simple structural issue. Deviated septum often brings a range of challenges that disrupt daily life, including sleep disturbances, reduced […]
Rare Limb Salvage Surgery Restores Mobility to Youth
A 26-year-old man from Kollam, who faced the imminent risk of losing his leg after a severe accident, has had his foot successfully reattached and reconstructed, thanks to the medical expertise at SP Medifort Hospital. The rare and complex multi-stage surgical procedure was performed under the leadership of Dr. Sreelal Sreedharan, Senior Consultant in Plastic […]