Dr. Dr. Kunal Mangle, Consultant Surgical Oncologist at HCG Hospitals, Bhavnagar Formerly, Oral Cancer was almost exclusively observed in older persons, usually compromised by habits, such as tobacco chewing, or heavy smoking. Today, that pattern is shifting dramatically. Younger people, including those in their twenties and thirties, are being diagnosed with Oral cancer. The situation […]
The Pelvic Floor: Your Body’s Unsung Hero
Dr.Palak Dengla (PT), HOD Physiotherapy, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Aster RV Hospital The pelvic floor, a crucial muscular network supporting our pelvic organs, is essential for core strength, urinary control, and sexual wellness. This often-overlooked area can transform lives when properly cared for, addressing common yet distressing issues. Women's Health Concerns: Women may experience vaginismus […]
L V Prasad Eye Institute’s flagship WHITATHON Run – 7th Edition to Raise Awareness and Funds for Retinoblastoma Treatment, held!
L V Prasad Eye Institute (LVPEI) organized the seventh edition of ‘WHITATHON’ walk on May 18, to raise awareness about the early detection of Retinoblastoma (eye cancer) in children and funds for its treatment. The event commemorates the World Retinoblastoma Awareness Week, observed between May 11-17, this year. The 10 K run was flagged off by Mr Y Nagi Reddy, […]
Father of 9-year-old saves three lives through organ donation
On the morning of 1st May 2025, a 37-year-old man was rushed to Manipal Hospital following a brain hemorrhage and rapid loss of consciousness. He was managed in ICU and placed on ventilatory support. Despite the best efforts of the medical team, he was declared brain dead on 12th May 2025. He is survived by his wife […]
Is it in our genes? Understanding the Hidden Role of Genetics in Brain Tumours
Dr. Chirag Panchal, Consultant- Neuro Onco Surgery, HCG Aastha Cancer Centre, Ahmedabad The brain is frequently referred to as the human body's command centre—a delicate, amazing organ that regulates everything from memory and movement, to emotion and creativity. When a serious illness, such as a brain tumour, affects this powerful system, it is more than […]
Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF) – a lung condition usually affecting people over 50 yrs
Dr. Pavan Yadav, Lead Consultant – Interventional Pulmonology & Lung Transplantation, Aster RV Hospital Imagine your lungs are like balloons, helping you breathe in oxygen and release carbon dioxide. Now, imagine if these balloons became stiff and couldn’t expand properly. That’s what happens in a condition called Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF). What is Idiopathic Pulmonary […]
Doctors at Sakra Successfully Performed a Rare Liver Tumor Resection of size 10*8*7 cm on a 3-Day-Old Preterm Newborn
A newborn suffering from respiratory distress, secondary to the compression effect caused by a large liver tumor which was occupying 70% of the abdomen. A 33 week pregnant lady with foetal distress was admitted and delivered a preterm baby in a private hospital. But, the newborn started facing breathing difficulty, and was immediately referred to […]
India must tackle thalassemia with preventive screening and early bone marrow transplant: Cancer expert
The country needs a national thalassemia prevention program involving population screening, genetic counseling, and prenatal testing Ahead of the World Thalassemia Day, a leading blood cancer and haematology expert in Bengaluru has called for urgent, large-scale action to reduce the heavy burden of thalassemia in India, which is one of the countries with the highest […]
Constipation in Infants: 8 Key Things Every Parent Should Know
Dr. Srinivasa Murthy C L, Lead Paediatrics, Consultant – Paediatrics and Neonatology, Aster Women & Children Hospital, Bengaluru Watching your baby in discomfort can be heartbreaking—especially when the cause isn’t immediately clear. One of the most common issues infants face in their early months is constipation. While it’s usually not a serious medical condition, it […]
6 Ways to Differentiate IBS from Other Digestive Disorders
Dr. Ajay B R, Consultant – Medical Gastroenterology, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru If you’re one of those people typing in “Why does my stomach hate me?” into a search bar, you are not the first. Digestive issues are fairly common, however not all of them are the same. In reality, not all of these conditions […]