Geri Care Hospital, India’s 1st exclusive multi-speciality hospital for Senior Citizens, today announced that it successfully accomplished Tamil Nadu’s first ever use of the Inari Mechanical Thrombectomy device- Inari FlowTriever®, on an 85-year-old elderly patient who presented with acute Pulmonary Embolism (PE), a life-threatening condition that requires prompt intervention to restore blood flow and prevent fatal complications. The traditional and […]
Aster CMI Hospital collaborate with Government of Arunachal Pradesh Provide Affordable Liver Transplantation Services
Aster Integrated Liver Care team collectively performed over 1,000 liver transplant Aster CMI Hospital has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Arunachal Pradesh to provide life-saving liver transplantation services at an affordable cost. This initiative is set to benefit patients with end-stage liver disease, particularly children suffering from congenital liver conditions […]
Redcliffe Labs Study Finds Arthritis No Longer an Age-Related Issue: 1 in 5 Indians at Risk
Redcliffe Labs, a purpose-driven pan-India omnichannel diagnostics service provider, has conducted a study that reveals arthritis is no longer limited to older adults. It affects individuals of all age groups and genders. Conducted over three years with 2 million tests, it revealed that approximately 1 in 5 people are at risk of developing arthritis. Arthritis […]
Combating Dryness: Welcome Happy, Hydrated Skin This Winter
By, Dr. Sunil Prabhu, Dermatologist, Venereologist and Aesthetic Physician, Aster RV Hospital JP Nagar Bengaluru Winter weather often brings moderate temperatures, cool evenings, and drier air, making it quite challenging for skin health. Humidity drops and colder conditions may strip the skin of its moisture, causing issues such as dryness, irritation, and sensitivity. Here are […]
Importance and Awareness of Radiography in Healthcare Industry
Dr. Ravindra B Kamble, Lead Consultant – Neuro-Intervention & Diagnostic Radiology, Aster RV Hospital We need to raise the awareness of the value of radiography, in healthcare. This has to come in the form of knowing the importance that radiography and X ray technology play in the diagnostics and treatment of various conditions, which is […]
A “BIG HEART” which was not good for her
In a remarkable medical achievement, a team of cardio surgeons headed by Dr. Divakar Bhat at Aster RV Hospital, JP Nagar in Bengaluru performed a complex open heart surgery on a 40-year-old Nepalese woman, saving her life after she suffered from severe heart complications due to rheumatic heart disease. The patient had undergone heart valve […]
Why Some People Stay Slim Despite Eating a Lot: The Science Behind It
Ms. Veena V, Chief Clinical Dietician, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Some people don’t gain weight despite eating a lot due to a combination of genetic, metabolic, and lifestyle factors. Here are the key reasons: High Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR): People with higher basal metabolic rates have a higher consumption rate of calories than others. This means […]
10 Food Items That Can Boost Heart Health
Dr. Chirag D, Consultant – Interventional Cardiology, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Cardiovascular disease remains one of the leading causes of death in the world. A healthy diet is one of the most efficient means of preventing cardiovascular problems while prolonging life. The addition of nutrient-rich food items to the daily diet can significantly enhance heart […]
How A Multi-Disciplinary Approach Helped In The Successful Removal Of A 12-Kg Tumor
Dr Anil Heroor, HOD & Senior Consultant-Surgical Oncology, Fortis Hospital, Mulund A bloated stomach can be caused by a host of issues like flatulence, indigestion and even Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS); however, not all bloats are temporary. Sometimes a bloated stomach might be because of a more grievous underlying cause, like a tumor. A tumor […]
7 Hair-Care Tips To Combat Seasonal Hairfall
Dr. Priyanka Kuri, Consultant – Dermatology, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru As the seasons change, so does the quality of one’s hair. The different challenges that come with this are dryness, brittleness, and the most dreaded – seasonal hair fall. Losing a few extra strands during the transition is normal, but by taking some preventive measures […]