World AIDS Day 2025 highlights key signs and symptoms of HIV that people often miss. Knowing them early can support timely testing and care. World AIDS Day is marked every year to raise awareness about HIV and to remind everyone about the importance of early testing and timely care. Even nowadays, there are a lot of […]
Upasana Konidela’s ‘egg-freezing’ advice goes viral. But what does it cost – and does it work? Experts explain
Dr. Nayana D H, Consultant – IVF, Aster Whitefield Hospital A recent statement by Upasana Konidela – entrepreneur and Vice Chairperson of CSR at Apollo Hospitals – has reignited debate around egg freezing in India, particularly its affordability and its growing perception as “insurance” for women planning families later in life. Speaking at IIT Hyderabad, Konidela […]
How To Recognise Early Symptoms Of Type 1 Diabetes In Children
Dr. Shamkiran – Associate Consultant – Paediatric Endocrinology – Aster Whitefield Hospital Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune condition in which the body mistakenly attacks and destroys the insulin-producing cells in the pancreas. In recent years, doctors across India have noticed an alarming rise in Type 1 diabetes among children. This condition, once considered rare, […]
What boosts calcium absorption better: morning sunshine or afternoon sunlight?
Dr. Harsha G N, Consultant – Orthopaedics, Aster Whitefield Hospital Calcium and vitamin D are the two main elements that build and keep bones strong. While calcium is obtained through the diet, vitamin D is a must for its absorption in the intestine. If vitamin D is lacking, bone loss cannot be prevented even with […]
Aster Whitefield Becomes India’s First Hospital to Reach 140 IOeRT Cancer Cases, Setting a National Benchmark
Reinforcing its commitment to delivering world-class oncology care, Aster Whitefield Hospital has achieved a significant milestone by successfully completing more than 140+ Intraoperative Electron Radiation Therapy (IOeRT) procedures. Last year, Aster Whitefield rolled out the new technology becoming the first hospital in India to implement a groundbreaking therapy for cancer care and is still the […]
What Is Dyscalculia, the Condition Victoria Beckham Was Bullied for in Her Childhood? Experts Share Tips to Deal With It
In the latest episode of Call Her Daddy podcast, fashion designer and former Spice Girl Victoria Beckham revealed her childhood struggle with Dyscalculia. Here’s what this learning disorder means. Many find mathematics challenging, but for some, it’s more than just difficulty; it’s a distinct learning difference. Even some of the world’s most influential personalities are […]
How Lack Of Sleep Can Disrupt Your Fertility, Hormones, And Reproductive Health
Sleep deprivation causes your stress system to overact while suppressing the reproductive system, leading to increased cortisol levels and decreased sex hormones. Lack of sleep disrupts reproductive hormones and fertility. Most people associate sleep with rest, but science tells a deeper story – one that links your sleeping habits directly to your reproductive health. From […]
Collagen, probiotics surge in skincare routines
Skincare due is gaining popularity for its anti and skin-brightening benefits, making it a go-to choice for healthier, glowing skin, says a dermatologist. A growing number of people between the ages of 20 and 40 we turning to probiotics and collagen to improve their skin health. What started nutrition trend has now made Its way into […]
What Your Urine Tests Can Reveal That Your Blood Tests Might Not
Dr. Topoti Mukherjee, Lead Consultant – Nephrology & Kidney Transplant , Aster Whitefield Hospital We often focus on blood work for diagnostics, but urine tests hold great power — sometimes uncovering things that blood alone cannot. Early kidney and tubular changes Urinalysis can detect protein or micro-albumin in urine long before blood tests show elevated […]
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 […]