Dr. Chirag D, Consultant – Interventional Cardiology, Aster Whitefield Hospital When we say heart disease, we all think of clogged arteries, cholesterol levels, and high-pressure jobs. But another silent killer is sitting on our dinner tables: our daily foods topped with a mass of salt and sugar. The issue is not always the samosa you […]
At the deep end
Mr. Vijay C, Psycho – Oncologist (Aster Whitefield Hospital) More than 40% of city’s total suicide cases due to family problems, 32% due to physical illness – Bengaluru accounts for maximum such deaths across 53 major cities of country. If the latest data by the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) on the number of suicides is […]
Young Hearts at Risk: Why Heart Attacks Are Striking Indians in Their 30s and 40s
Dr. Chirag D, Consultant – Interventional Cardiology, Aster Whitefield Hospital Heart attacks used to be thought of as something that happened to people in their 60s or 70s. But walk into any cardiac ward in India today, and you’ll see a far younger crowd — men and women in their 30s and 40s. It’s a […]
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 […]
Oncologist busts 5 common myths about thyroid cancer, reveals why more women in their 30s and 40s are at risk
Dr. Narayana Subramaniam, Lead Consultant – Head and Neck Surgery & Oncology – Aster Whitefield Hospital Thyroid cancer has been growing faster than any other cancer in the world, and India has shown a continuous upward trend in the number of cases, particularly in women. Although awareness has increased, we must still overcome some myths, […]
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 […]
Aster Whitefield Hospital Uses Mixed Reality to Restore Mobility in Complex Spine Surgery
In a case that truly showcased the technological advancements achieved by Bangalore, India in the field of Neuroscience, Niyati (name changed), a 37-year-old young IT Professional from Bengaluru working at US decided to head home for a complex surgery at the junction on base of the skull and upper part of the spine. She was […]
7 Metabolic Red Flags in Your 30s That You Shouldn’t Ignore
Dr. Basavaraj S Kumbar, Consultant- Internal Medicine, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Turning 30 often feels like crossing into a new chapter of adulthood. Careers stabilize, responsibilities multiply, and health sometimes takes a back seat. But the 30s are also when the body begins to show the first whispers of metabolic imbalance — changes that, if […]
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, […]
Aster Whitefield Surgeons Rebuild Jaw After Rare Tumour Strikes Congolese Man for the Third Time
In a rare and complex case, a 50-year-old man from the Democratic Republic of Congo underwent life-changing jaw reconstruction surgery at Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru, for a recurrent mandibular ameloblastoma. Though non-cancerous, the tumour had returned for the third time, affecting his entire lower jaw and severely impacting his ability to eat, speak, and live […]