India’s first luxury AI-powered slimming clinic expands to Gachibowli, bringing non-invasive body contouring and personalised weight-management solutions to the heart of Telangana. MINUS Slimming Clinic, a trailblazer in non-invasive body-sculpting and AI-driven weight-loss technologies, is officially launching its clinic in Gachibowli. With this expansion, the brand aims to deliver world-class body-transformation solutions to clients seeking safe, […]
Minister Sridhar Babu unveils the Next Wave of Growth for Genome Valley
The Government of Telangana today unveiled a major expansion of Genome Valley’s innovation ecosystem with the inauguration of the Telangana 1 Bio, India’s first single-use bioprocess design and scale-up facility, marking a transformative step in advancing the country’s biologics and next-generation therapeutics capabilities. While Telangana has a deep scientific talent pool and a strong track record […]
Samsung Launches R20 Ultrasound System Redefining General Imaging with Next-Gen AI
Samsung, India’s largest consumer electronics brand, today announced the launch of its super-premium, next-generation R20 ultrasound system for general imaging. The R20 represents a major leap forward in general imaging, combining advanced artificial intelligence tools, superior image clarity, and an ergonomic design focused on clinician comfort and efficiency. Built on Samsung’s state-of-the-art Crystal Architecture™, the […]
Don’t let diabetes steal your vision – get regular eye examinations
India is dishonorably called the ‘Diabetes Capital of the World’, with 17% of the world’s diabetic population. Diabetes is now a major public health concern with reports suggesting that India will have 125 million diabetics by 2045. Among the several end-organ diseases it manifests, it also significantly increases the risk of diabetes-related eye complications, particularly […]
Upasana Konidela’s ‘egg-freezing’ advice goes viral. But what does it cost – and does it work? Experts explain
Dr. Nayana D H, Consultant – IVF, Aster Whitefield Hospital A recent statement by Upasana Konidela – entrepreneur and Vice Chairperson of CSR at Apollo Hospitals – has reignited debate around egg freezing in India, particularly its affordability and its growing perception as “insurance” for women planning families later in life. Speaking at IIT Hyderabad, Konidela […]
Workplace stress and rising diabetes risk among India’s working-age adults
Dr. Narendra BS, Lead Consultant – Endocrinology & Diabetology Aster Whitefield Hospital As World Diabetes Day turns attention to “Workplace Stress and Diabetes,” clinicians and researchers say the metabolic consequences of chronic job pressure are becoming increasingly visible in younger working population. Diabetes is being diagnosed earlier, often among people who are educated, urban and […]
How To Recognise Early Symptoms Of Type 1 Diabetes In Children
Dr. Shamkiran – Associate Consultant – Paediatric Endocrinology – Aster Whitefield Hospital Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune condition in which the body mistakenly attacks and destroys the insulin-producing cells in the pancreas. In recent years, doctors across India have noticed an alarming rise in Type 1 diabetes among children. This condition, once considered rare, […]
Wearing earbuds all day? A dermatologist warns you could face these skin issues
Dr. Priyanka Kuri, Consultant – Dermatology,Aster Whitefield Hospital Usually, you put on earbuds when you want to focus, while traveling, or simply to separate yourself from the rest of the world, but if you cram them in your ears all day, your ears (and the skin around them) might not be so fortunate. Here’s a […]
What boosts calcium absorption better: morning sunshine or afternoon sunlight?
Dr. Harsha G N, Consultant – Orthopaedics, Aster Whitefield Hospital Calcium and vitamin D are the two main elements that build and keep bones strong. While calcium is obtained through the diet, vitamin D is a must for its absorption in the intestine. If vitamin D is lacking, bone loss cannot be prevented even with […]
Standard Chartered and Dr. Shroff’s Charity Eye Hospital Launch new Eye Care Academy in Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh
In a landmark step towards advancing rural eye health, Standard Chartered and Dr. Shroff’s Charity Eye Hospital (SCEH), under the Bank’s flagship initiative ‘Seeing is Believing’, today inaugurated the Standard Chartered–Shroff’s Eye Care Education Academy in Vrindavan, Mathura district, Uttar Pradesh. This new academy will expand access to quality eye care and provide education and […]