Dr. Aravinda S N, Lead Consultant – Internal Medicine, Aster RV Hospital, JP Nagar, Bengaluru It has been raining in many parts of India. We should be aware that it brings a heightened risk of waterborne, mosquito-borne, and respiratory diseases due to contamination of water sources caused by heavy rains and floods. Waterborne Diseases: Causes […]
7 Effective Ways to Reduce Your Stroke Risk
Dr. Swaroop Gopal, Group Director – Aster International Institute of Neurosciences and Spine Care, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru A stroke is caused by an interruption in the blood supply in the brain. This leads to possible damage to the structure as well as the functioning of the brain, resulting in the onset of physical limitations […]
About 15-20 % of total blindness cases in Karnataka are due to corneal blindness: Dr Agarwals Eye hospital
Corneal blindness in India is on the rise, with an expected annual increase of 20,000 to 25,000 new cases in next few years, adding to the existing patient pool of 12 lakhs Corneal blindness is on the rise in India, with the country seeing an estimated 20,000 to 25,000 new cases every year. It is […]
5 Ways in Which Obesity Affects Mental Health
Dr. Suchismitha Rajamanya, Lead Consultant & HOD – Internal Medicine, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Today, with the increased consumption of fast foods, physical inactivity, and more time spent on screens, there is a growing number of people who suffer from weight-associated problems that eventually affect their mental stability. The highly competitive world and increase in […]
Myopia is an epidemic that is expected to affect 50% of the global population by 2050, warns eye expert
In celebration of World Sight Day, Dr Agarwals Eye Hospital, Whitefield, hosted a special educational event aimed at promoting eye health and awareness among children. The initiative was part of the global effort to raise awareness about the importance of good vision and eye health, with this year’s focus on Children: “Love Your Eyes.” The […]
Violent Salon Massage Triggers Life – Threatening Stroke: A Wake-Up Call for All
Young Man Suffers Stroke Due to Untrained Salon Massage: A Serious Warning on Unqualified Neck Manipulation Ramkumar (Name changed), a 30-year-old housekeeping boy suffered a life-threatening stroke following an unexpected incident at a local salon in Bengaluru. While getting a routine haircut, the barber offered him a free head massage. What was meant to be […]
6 Daily Habits That Can Harm Your Gut
Dr Ajay B R, Associate Consultant – Medical Gastroenterology, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Maintaining good gut health is very important for the overall well-being as well, but many individuals engage in practices that harm their digestion, even without their knowledge. This article discusses six common everyday habits that may be damaging one’s gut health and […]
8 Signs Your Skin Is Warning About Your Health
Dr. Priyanka Kuri, Consultant – Dermatology, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Your skin not only serves as a barrier but indicates a lot about your health as well. Health-infected radiance give out tell-tale hints of health dis-arrangement while skin surfaces can represent the state of the human body. If it’s an uninvited pimple or an annoying […]
Ways to Support a Child with Early-Onset Alzheimer’s
Dr. Balaji B S, Consultant – Neurology & Epileptology, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Early-onset Alzheimer’s is a rare disease that significantly affects the lives of children and their families. This condition disrupts memory, thinking, and behaviour of the child, presenting challenges that can feel overwhelming for such a young person. The problems can become extremely […]
Lifestyle Habits That Increase Cervical Cancer Risk And How To Prevent Them
Dr Indoo Ambulkar. Hod Medical Oncology HCG Cancer Centre in Borivali The first step towards prevention of any disease is gaining a deeper understanding of the causes behind it, and lifestyle is a major contributing factor behind numerous ailments. While genetics and environmental factors play very important roles, one cannot ignore how lifestyle choices such […]