Dr. Ranajit Kar, Senior Consultant – Radiation Oncology, HCG Panda Cancer Hospital, Telengapentha, Cuttack Cancer, a formidable adversary to human health, has spurred relentless efforts in research and innovation to enhance detection and treatment strategies. Among these endeavours, the evolution of cancer screening and early detection methods stands out as a beacon of hope in […]
7 lakh women diagnosed with cancer each year in India
Cancer is less amenable to preventive measures in women compared to men India sees 7 lakh new women patients of cancer each year, with more than one fourth of all cases involving breast cancer (28.8%), followed by cancer of cervix (10.6%), ovary (6.2%), uterus (3.7%) and lung (3.7%). Cancer ranks among top three causes of premature […]
Road to Wellness: Aster RV Hospital Offers Free Health Check-Ups for Auto Drivers
Aster Volunteers Mobile Medical Services (AVMMS) and Aster RV Hospital, as a part of their CSR initiative, in association with Bangalore Traffic Police and Namma Yathri, conducted a medical camp aimed at empowering auto drivers with essential health awareness and screenings. The camp was organized to address the critical importance of healthcare needs of auto […]
The Power of Early Detection: Key Cancer Screenings That Can Save Lives
Sachin Trivedi, Director: Medical Oncology, HCG-ICS Khubchandani Cancer Centre, Mumbai Early detection plays a pivotal role in enhancing the effectiveness of cancer therapy. The process of early cancer detection consists of two parts: screening and early diagnosis. Early diagnosis focuses on identifying patients who display symptoms at the earliest possible stage, while screening aims to identify […]
Early Detection of Pediatric Cancer
Dr Intezar Mehdi, Director and Head of the Department, Senior Consultant, Pediatric Hematology, Oncology and BMT, HCG Cancer Care, Bangalore In the beautiful realm of childhood, where laughter resonates louder than worries and innocence dances in every step, pediatric cancer (commonly known as childhood cancer) casts a shadow that challenges the very essence of joy. […]
Emcure Launches Unmask Anemia, an Initiative to Help Women Assess Anemia Risk with a Self-test
Emcure Pharmaceuticals is an Indian pharmaceutical company with a focus on the women healthcare segment, announced the launch of ‘Unmask Anemia’, an initiative to create awareness around iron deficiency anemia in India. The initiative aims to raise awareness and improve detection and treatment of iron deficiency anemia in women across India”. In a video message released by Emcure, […]
Are you at risk of Preeclampsia?
All you need to know about this pregnancy complication Are you an expecting Mom? While the joy of impending motherhood is certainly exciting, there’s important information to be aware of as you embark on this incredible journey. Preeclampsia is a syndrome that manifests during pregnancy, characterized by elevated blood pressure and signs of organ damage, […]
Child Cancer Experts Stress on Early Identification of Symptoms for Better Outcomes
Over 50,000 children are afflicted by cancer every year in India The incidence of child cancer in India is approximately 38-124 per million children with over 50,000 children being diagnosed with the dreaded disease each year. This incidence has been increasing over the last two-three decades. This was said by cancer experts of Sammprada Hospital, […]
Mammograms: What to Expect and Why They Matter
By Dr. N Ramana Reddy, Consultant – Surgical Oncology, HCG Cancer Centre, Ongole For those dealing with breast cancer, it’s essential to know the basics of it. While breast cancer can affect both men and women, it’s more common in women, standing as the top cancer among them globally. Breast cancer comes in different types, […]