Kamala Hospital and Research Centre, a unit of the Thalassemia & Sickle Cell Society (TSCS), Hyderabad, has taken a significant step toward the prevention of genetic blood disorders by initiating Prenatal Diagnosis (PND) testing for couples identified as Thalassemia or Sickle Cell carriers. This initiative is an essential component of the society’s comprehensive prevention program aimed at reducing […]
C Com Digital and FRAT® Launch Collaborative Campaign to Promote Early Autism Diagnosis
C Com Digital a techno digital agency from India, delivered an impactful campaign for Religen Inc., a USA-based company, and its product, the Folate Receptor Antibody Test (FRAT®). This campaign combines science, strategy, and storytelling and has successfully impacted the conversation around autism in the USA and reached over a million people with the appropriate […]
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 […]
Early diagnosis saves Bengaluru man’s life with lung cancer through advanced procedures
When 52-year-old Rahul (name altered), a non-smoker and fitness enthusiast, started experiencing a persistent cough, he initially thought it was a seasonal allergy. But after months, the cough persisted, and he noticed breathlessness while climbing stairs. A CT scan showed a localised lesion in the right upper lobe of his lung, raising concerns that something […]
Metropolis Healthcare launches high-performance High-Risk HPV DNA testing to accelerate Cervical Cancer screening across India
Ameera Shah-led Metropolis Healthcare Limited, India’s second-largest and most respected pathology laboratory chain, today announced its collaboration with Roche Diagnostics India and Neighbouring Markets to introduce the self-sampling human papillomavirus (HPV) DNA test for cervical cancer screening. The launch of this test aims to expand access to cervical cancer screening across India by addressing social […]
Agilus Diagnostics Introduces India’s Fastest Genomic Testing with a 3-Day Turnaround in myeloid malignancies
Agilus Diagnostics, India’s largest and most trusted diagnostic network, announces a ground-breaking achievement in genomic testing with its industry-leading 3-day turnaround time (TAT) for test results in myeloid malignancies. The genomic testing market in India is experiencing rapid growth, driven by advancements in technology, increasing awareness, and the rising demand for personalized medicine. Currently valued at approximately […]
Kerala’s first ultra-low contrast heart procedure with the help of edge Avigo-Intravascular Ultrasound system performed at SP Medifort
In a groundbreaking achievement for cardiac care in the state, SP Medifort Hospital, Eanchakkal, has successfully conducted Kerala’s first Ultra-Low Contrast Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI) using the cutting-edge Avigo-Intravascular Ultrasound (IVUS) system. This milestone procedure was performed on a 42-year-old patient with compromised kidney function in the hospital’s advanced 3D AI Cath Lab (GE Allia), […]
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 […]
Annual eye screening crucial for diabetic patients to protect eyesight: Dr Agarwals Eye Hospital
“Around 101 million people are suffering from diabetes in the country and a large percentage of the individuals with diabetes are at risk of developing some form of diabetic eye disease, including diabetic retinopathy, cataracts, and glaucoma, post 10 years of their diagnosis. However, a vast portion of the diabetic population does not go for […]
Aster Pharmacy announces initiative to provide free Random Blood Sugar and Blood Pressure check-ups at all its pharmacy outlets
The initiative has been taken up by Aster to increase the awareness regarding self-care among people Aster DM Healthcare, one of the largest integrated healthcare providers in India, has announced an initiative to provide free check-ups to assess the Blood Pressure and Random Blood Sugar across all Aster Pharmacies in a bid to promote health […]