Dr. Krunal Khobragade, Senior Consultant Surgical Oncology, HCG Cancer Center – Nagpur When a woman discovers she is pregnant, her focus shifts to nurturing new life. Yet for a small number, cancer casts a shadow on that hope, breast cancer diagnosed during pregnancy or within a few years after childbirth. Known as pregnancy-associated breast cancer (PABC), […]
How does weight training prevent osteoporosis in women?
Dr. Harsha G N, Consultant- Orthopaedics, Aster Whitefield Hospital When it comes to maintaining healthy bones in women, resistance (weigh) training (yes you read that correctly) is one of the best things that you can do. Here’s the scoop on why and how weight training helps, and what the science says. What’s the problem with […]
How Sleep and Diet Can Be Factors That Prevent Breast Cancer
Dr. Ashwin K R, HOD – Department of Surgical Oncology, Aster Whitefield Hospital & Consultant – Surgical Oncology and Gynecological Oncology – Aster Whitefield Hospital Small daily habits can make a big difference Breast cancer continues to be one of the most common cancers among Indian women, accounting for a large proportion of new cancer […]
What Really Happens If You Drink Warm Lemon Water on an Empty Stomach for 15 Days Straight
Ms. Veena V, Chief Clinical Dietician & HOD – Department of Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics (Aster Whitefield Hospital) The trend of warm lemon water has gained notoriety in recent times as one of the most prevalent “wellness hacks” on social media. There is little understanding about this simple “life hack” beyond the claims from various […]
Palm Oil Beyond the Package: Rethinking Its Nutritional Role and Value in Modern Diets
On World Food Day, let’s move beyond food fears and embrace evidence-based nutrition for healthier, more sustainable lives By Dr Dharini Krishnan Modern diets have undergone significant change due to globalisation, urban living and the fast food industry, which thrives on convenience. Unfortunately, this shift has also brought on mass consumption of calorie-dense, nutrient-poor foods that […]
Breaking the silence: Why Indian men avoid talking about prostate health?
Dr Santhosh Bethur – Lead Consultant Urology, Aster RV Hospital In a country where conversations about health care are frequently cloaked in shame, a few topics are more veiled in mystery than others. One such unattended, important problem in men is prostate health, specifically in India. With an increase in the proportion of prostate diseases […]
Oncologist lists 7 red flags of thyroid cancer to watch out for; shares 5 prevention tips
Dr. Narayana Subramaniam, Lead Consultant – Head and Neck Surgery & Oncology – Aster Whitefield Hospital Thyroid cancer usually arises quietly, in the gland shaped like a butterfly that is located at the base of your neck. A minor issue with your thyroid gland can have a huge impact on your energy levels, metabolism and […]
Your Toddler’s Development Journey: Skills They Will Develop and When
Dr. Sujatha Thyagarajan – Lead & HOD – Pediatric Intensive Care and Pediatric Emergency, Aster Whitefield Toddlers develop in many different ways; it is remarkable how they change from day to day. There are developmental visible changes in the physical, thinking and speaking skills as they learning new things and start to say more. Understanding these […]
Breast Self-Exams: Your Key to Early Cancer Detection
Dr. Jagannath Dixit, Senior Consultant – Surgical Oncology, Aster RV Hospital When it comes to health, many people think they only need to see a breast exam doctor or visit a cancer hospital in India if they already notice something is wrong. But the truth is, some of the most powerful tools for early detection […]
7 Common Habits That Damage Your Hearing Without You Realizing
Dr. Jyotirmay S Hegde, HOD & Lead Consultant ENT, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Hearing is something most of us take for granted—until we start noticing changes. Unlike vision problems, which are often obvious, hearing loss creeps silently and can be permanent once it sets in. While genetics, age, and medical conditions certainly play a role, […]