The 7th edition of the Apollo Cancer Conclave, organized by Apollo Cancer Centers ,Mumbai was attended by over 2,000 Oncologist with over 400 faculty from leading national and international cancer care experts and researchers. The event focused on discussing the latest advances and innovations in cancer care, navigating the evolving landscape from contemporary treatments to […]
10 Winter Skin Care Tips Dermatologists Swear By
Dr. Priyanka Kuri, Consultant – Dermatology, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Winter weather brings a host of skincare challenges, from dryness and irritation to dullness and sensitivity. When temperatures drop, so does humidity, causing moisture to evaporate from the skin faster, which can leave it feeling tight, rough, and even itchy. Plus, the transition between cold […]
Celebrate a Safe and Bright Deepavali: Essential Eye Care Tips for Fireworks Season
Deepavali is often celebrated with two essential elements: diyas and fireworks. Age is not a factor when it comes to enjoying fireworks, and everyone loves the excitement they bring. However, if this tradition involves the use of firecrackers, it is crucial to take extra care while handling them. Most fireworks injuries during this festive season […]
19-year-old Patient from Yemen undergoes lifesaving Spine Correction Surgery at Manipal Hospital Baner, Pune
Recently, a team of doctors at Manipal Hospital, Baner, Pune, successfully conducted a complex spinal surgery on a 19-year-old female from Yemen who was suffering from severe congenital kyphoscoliosis. The patient, admitted on September 12, 2024, had a spinal deformity which was making her daily life a challenge with debilitating symptoms, including difficulty in walking, sitting, […]
6 Exercises That Help In Controlling Osteoporosis
Dr. Kumardev Arvind Rajamanya, Head of Department (HOD) & Lead Consultant – Orthopaedics, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Osteoporosis refers to a condition that causes one’s bones to be fragile, porous and prone to breaking. The chances of this disease being found is higher in senior citizens, especially women post-menopause. However, if a person includes physical […]
Successful Organ Transport: Heart from Vellore reach Chennai in a Record Time of 1 Hours 30 mins on Road
The organ was transplanted in a 34-year-old female patient at MGM Healthcare, Chennai In a remarkable medical achievement, the heart of a brain-dead patient in CMC Ranipet was transported to MGM Healthcare in Chennai or a life-saving transplant within just 1 hour and 30 mins. This feat was made possible due to the collective efforts of […]
MGM Healthcare Performs Complex Laryngo-Tracheal Reconstruction, Restores Breathing and Speech for 60-Year-Old Patient
MGM Healthcare, a leading multi-specialty quaternary care hospital in Chennai, has successfully performed a complex laryngo-tracheal reconstruction surgery, on a 60-year-old patient from Pondicherry, who had been reliant on a tracheostomy for nearly 9 months. Restoring both his voice and the ability to breathe independently. This procedure, which involved using cartilage from the patient’s upper […]
Advantages of Cyberknife Radiosurgery for Head and Neck Cancer Treatment
Dr Bhavin Visariya, Radiation Oncologist, HCG ICS Khubchandani Cancer Hospital, Mumbai Modern medicine is leveraging cutting-edge technology to usher in an era of targeted therapies, immunotherapy, and precision-based equipment to treat diseases like cancer more effectively. Early detection techniques have also improved drastically, and this has increased detection rates. Precision based technology leading to precise […]
Nourishing Choices For Women Suffering From PCOS
Dr. Kavitha Kovi, Head of Department – Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Aster Women & Children Hospital, Bengaluru Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a complex hormonal disorder that affects millions of women worldwide, causing a myriad of symptoms like irregular menstrual cycles and weight gain along with insulin resistance. A woman suffering from PCOS may sometimes feel […]
MGM Healthcare Launches VARAM IVF A State-of-the-Art Facility Offering Advanced Fertility Treatments
MGM Healthcare, a renowned multi-specialty quaternary care hospital located in the heart of Chennai, proudly announces the launch of its cutting-edge In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) services. The newly established Varam IVF centre at MGM healthcare aims to provide advanced fertility treatments and personalised care, utilising latest technologies. The centre located on the 6th Floor of […]