Dr Sunil Kumar Prabhu, Consultant Dermatologist and Aesthetic Physician, Aster RV Hospital Skin puffiness can be caused by various factors, and one common culprit is a high-sodium (salty) diet. When you consume too much salt, your body retains more water to balance out the sodium levels, which can lead to puffiness, especially around the eyes, […]
5 Hidden Signs of Nutrient Deficiency You Shouldn’t Ignore
Dr Suchismitha Rajamanya, Lead Consultant & HOD – Internal Medicine, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru In the fast-paced world we live in today, we tend to only think about what we consume in terms of calories, proteins, and fats, but we hardly ever take the time to think about whether our bodies are receiving the necessary […]
Aster Volunteers from Aster RV Hospital conduct a medical camp in association with Vijaya College NSS at Chudanahalli Village, Sarjapur Road
Aster Volunteers from Aster RV Hospital jointly, in collaboration with the Vijaya College NSS unit, recently conducted a medical check-up camp at Chudanahalli Village at Sarjapur Road. The camp was conducted using the Aster Volunteers Mobile Medical Service, a mobile clinic equipped with the latest equipment, aimed at helping marginalized communities across the country. Commenting […]
Fortis Hospital, Bannerghatta Road Successfully Removes Lemon-Sized Tumor with Expert Surgical Care
A 54-year-old man from Anantapur, underwent a successful and complex surgical procedure at Fortis Hospital, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru, to remove a lemon-sized tumor. He was diagnosed with Pott’s Puffy Tumor, a rare and aggressive condition that involves an infection of the frontal sinus. Under the expert care of Dr Susheen Dutt, Senior Consultant – ENT, Cochlear […]
Apollo Proton Cancer Centre Celebrates Inspirational Women Leaders in STEM Field
In an effort to celebrate the accomplishments of women in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) fields, the Apollo Proton Cancer Centre organized a significant meet in the city today. The day-long event brought together eminent personalities from Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics creating a powerful platform to illuminate the journey of women leaders across […]
Are You Brushing Your Teeth the Right Way? Tips From Dentist
Dr. Sindhu U Muktamath, HOD – Dental Science, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Brushing does so much more than simply keep your mouth fresh and healthy throughout the day. From the start, there are over one million different types of bacteria inside our mouth. While some like the bacteria assisting with digestion are friendly, there are […]
7 Common Skincare Mistakes That Accelerate Aging
Dr. Priyanka Kuri, Consultant – Dermatology, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru We all desire young, glowing skin, but even with the best intentions, many of us inadvertently commit skincare mistakes that accelerate the aging process. Fine lines, wrinkles, and dullness are a natural consequence of aging, but there are some habits that can make these signs […]
6 Symptoms of Kidney Disease You Shouldn’t Ignore
Dr. Topoti Mukherjee, Lead Consultant – Nephrology & Kidney Transplant, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Your kidneys are the heroes of your body, silently working around the clock to filter out waste, regulate fluids, and maintain your blood pressure. However, kidney diseases often progress silently with little to no symptoms, causing significant damage and becoming a […]
World TB Day – Understanding Tuberculosis
Dr. Pavan Yadav, Lead Consultant – Interventional Pulmonology & Lung Transplantation, Aster RV Hospital March 24th marks World Tuberculosis Day, commemorating the day in 1882 when Dr. Robert Koch announced the discovery of the Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacillus. Despite over a century of scientific progress, tuberculosis (TB) continues to challenge our public health systems, particularly in […]
Apollo Hospital – Colon Cancer Symposium 2025
Cancer in all its forms is increasing wordwide. Colorectal ( Bowel) cancer is cancer arising from large intestine. Depending upon the location in the large bowel it can be either colon cancer or rectal cancer – latter arising from the last end of the colon. Though India has lower incidence of this cancer compared to […]