Dr. Sindhu U Muktamath, HOD – Dental Science, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Brushing does so much more than simply keep your mouth fresh and healthy throughout the day. From the start, there are over one million different types of bacteria inside our mouth. While some like the bacteria assisting with digestion are friendly, there are […]
Dr Agarwals Eye Hospital Averts Corneal Transplant,multiple surgical procedures Treats Senior Citizen’s Damaged Cornea with Pinhole Pupilloplasty
Marking a breakthrough in advanced ophthalmic care, Dr Agarwals Eye Hospital successfully performed a complex surgical intervention that combined pinhole pupilloplasty (PPP) with corneal and scleral repair to restore the vision of a senior citizen who sustained severe injuries in his right eye while playing badminton. The emergency intervention successfully avoided the need for corneal […]
Scarless Thyroidectomy and Parathyroidectomy
Dr. Shivaprasad Giliyar Srinivasa, Consultant – General & GI Surgery, Aster RV Hospital Endoscopic thyroidectomy and parathyroidectomy are advanced surgical procedures performed through tiny cuts, unlike conventional open surgery, which requires a large incision on the neck. The exceptional advantage of endoscopic surgery is that it completely avoids the formation of an unsightly and unpleasing […]
Golden Hour Rapid Action & Medical Expertise Save Policeman from Disabling Stroke
In a remarkable case of swift action and expert medical intervention, a 49-year-old police officer who suffered a major stroke was saved from severe disability, thanks to the presence of mind of his colleagues and the rapid response of doctors at SP Medifort Hospital, Eanchakkal. The officer, fresh from duty after his night shift, was […]
MOHAN Foundation announces ‘Samarthan’ to support the noble cause of Organ Donation
MOHAN Foundation, India’s leading non-profit trust, in association with the Rotary Club of Delhi Heights, is delighted to present ”Samarthan,” a soulful Sufi musical evening featuring renowned classical Indian vocalist, composer and lyricist, Dhruv Sangari. The event is scheduled to take place on March 15, 2025, at 6:00 PM in the serene surroundings of Sunder Nursery, a 16th-century heritage park adjacent to […]
Apollo Hospitals & IBA Pioneer the Next Era of Cancer Treatment: To Introduce Proteus One – Proton Beam Therapy to India
Apollo Hospitals, the nation’s foremost integrated healthcare provider, has inked a landmark partnership with Ion Beam Applications (IBA), the global leader in Proton Beam Therapy (PBT) solutions, to introduce Proteus One system in India. This momentous signing was officiated by Dr. Preetha Reddy, Executive Vice Chairperson, Apollo Hospitals Enterprise Ltd (AHEL) and Mr. Olivier Legrain, Chief […]
Conquer Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease: A Parent’s Toolkit
Dr. Sujatha Thyagarajan, Lead & HOD – Pediatric Intensive Care and Pediatric Emergency, Aster RV Hospital When your child feels unwell, the worry can be overwhelming. Among the common illnesses young children encounter is Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease (HFMD). Although it’s often mild, understanding this illness, its symptoms, and how to care for your […]
7 Simple Breathing Exercises to Strengthen Your Lungs
Dr. Srivatsa Lokeshwaran, Lead Consultant and Head of Department – Interventional Pulmonology and Lung Transplant, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru In our hectic lives, we often overlook the simple act of breathing—a process so fundamental that it sustains our very existence. The quality of an individual’s breath directly affects his/her overall well-being, energy and mental clarity. […]
72-Year-Elderly Male successfully treated for Rare Urinary Bladder Cancer at Fortis Hospital Nagarbhavi
Squamous cell carcinoma is an unusual and serious type of bladder cancer that grows quickly and can spread to other parts of the body Fortis Hospital Nagarbhavi successfully treated a 72-year-old-man for a rare and aggressive bladder cancer known as ‘squamous cell carcinoma’. The patient underwent surgery performed by Dr. Bharath G, Consultant – Surgical Oncology, […]
5 Simple Daily Habits to Keep Your Joints Healthy and Pain-Free
Dr. Kumardev Arvind Rajamanya, Head of Department (HOD) & Lead Consultant – Orthopaedics, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Think about the last time you went up the stairs, bent down to grab something, or even just lifted your arms above your shoulders. You probably didn’t even think about your joints – until they started hurting. The […]