Apollo Cradle & Children’s Hospital, a leading provider of maternity and children care, today announced ambitious expansion plans, projecting the opening of 7-8 new centers across India within the next five years and the latest one being in Mumbai and Hyderabad. This strategic growth underscores Apollo Cradle’s unwavering commitment to making world-class women’s and children’s […]
Can Shoulder Pain Be a Sign of Lung Cancer? Subtle Signs You Need to Watch Out For
Dr. Trinanjan Basu, HOD Radiation Oncology, HCG Cancer Center, Borivali, Mumbai After a long day at the office or post an intense workout session and some heavy lifting, a shoulder pain is quite common but imagine experiencing a continuous discomfort that is not cured by painkillers and quietly impedes your everyday activities. What if there […]
How Does Hormonal Changes Impact Risk of Breast Cancer
Dr Bhavisha Ghughare, Consultant – Surgical Oncology and Breast Oncoplastic Surgeon, HCG Cancer Center, Borivali, Mumbai Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting women globally. It starts when cells in the breast grow abnormally, often forming a lump or mass. Detecting breast cancer early is crucial for successful treatment, and understanding the […]
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 […]
Unlocking Precision: How Robotic Prostate Cancer Surgery is Transforming Treatment
Dr Akash Shah, Consultant, Urologist and Uro-Oncosurgeon, Robotic and Laparoscopic surgeon, HCG Cancer Center, Borivali, Mumbai Cancer that develops in the prostate is known as prostate cancer. The gland known as the prostate is unique to men. It produces a portion of the fluid found in semen and also lubricates and alkanises the urinary tract […]
Tobacco Use and the Rising Burden of Head and Neck Cancer
Dr. Prashant Pawar, Head and Neck Surgical Oncologist, HCG Cancer Center, Mumbai Smoking harmful chemicals impacts our lungs and affects the entire body. It is a well-known fact that smoking contributes to cancer development through various mechanisms. It damages the DNA in our cells even the ones that safeguard against cancers. While most people are […]
The Power of Early Detection: Key Cancer Screenings That Can Save Lives
Sachin Trivedi, Director: Medical Oncology, HCG-ICS Khubchandani Cancer Centre, Mumbai Early detection plays a pivotal role in enhancing the effectiveness of cancer therapy. The process of early cancer detection consists of two parts: screening and early diagnosis. Early diagnosis focuses on identifying patients who display symptoms at the earliest possible stage, while screening aims to identify […]
What Are the Early Warning Signs of Cervical Cancer?
Dr Vijayashree Murthy, Surgical Oncology Specialist, HCG Cancer Centre Mumbai Detecting any kind of disease in their early stages significantly enhances the probability of successful treatment. One can also be alert to early warning signs by closely monitoring changes in their body. Remaining mindful of potential signs and symptoms associated with the disease is essential […]