The Right to Sight – India, announced a comprehensive two-stage program culminating in the National Summit on Diabetic Retinopathy, observed on World Diabetes Day. The key highlight of the summit was to launch the updated, comprehensive guidelines on Management of Diabetic Retinopathy (DR) in India, and foster a nationwide effort to combat diabetes-related vision loss, a […]
Homeopathy Helps Prevent Foot Amputations in Diabetic Patients: Dr. Kalyan Banerjee’s Clinic
In a significant finding ahead of World Diabetes Day, Dr. Kalyan Banerjee’s Clinic, one of India’s leading homeopathic healthcare centres with presence in Bengaluru, has reported that homeopathic treatment has helped avoid foot amputation in 35% of diabetic patients who had previously been advised amputation by their doctors. The Clinic, founded in 1977 by Padma […]
When Little Joints Hurt: Recognizing and Managing Arthritis in Children
Dr Abilash Srivatsav, Orthopedic, Rainbow Children’s Hospital, Bannerghatta & Sarjapur. Arthritis is usually thought as an illness that affects older people, but shockingly it can also occur in children, typically referred as Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA). It is a chronic disease when the immune system of a child accidentally attacks its own joints creating pain, […]
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 […]
Zigly organises free Anti-Rabies vaccine drive, educates on prevention and medication to celebrate World Rabies Day
Zigly, (Cosmo First Limited) India’s first tech-enabled omnichannel pet care brand has reinforced its mission to eliminate rabies, ensuring a safe and healthy environment for pets, pet parents and everyone in the community. As part of its community drive, Zigly will provide free anti rabies vaccination across its pet care centres, pan-India on September 28 […]
Take Control of Your Health: Cervical Cancer Can Be Prevented – Here’s How
Dr Vikash Nayak, Consultant Surgical Oncologist at HCG Cancer Centre, Cuttack With highly advanced screening methods and the promising option of vaccination, Cervical cancer is one of the very few cancers that are now preventable. Yet, it is not uncommon to find a regrettable reluctance to engage in discussions on this topic. This reluctance is […]
Thalassemia & Sickle Cell Society and Fernandez Hospital collaborate for Prenatal Diagnosis for Thalassemia/Sickle Cell anemia in Pregnant Women
Kamala Hospital and Research Centre, a unit of the Thalassemia & Sickle Cell Society (TSCS), Hyderabad, has taken a significant step toward the prevention of genetic blood disorders by initiating Prenatal Diagnosis (PND) testing for couples identified as Thalassemia or Sickle Cell carriers. This initiative is an essential component of the society’s comprehensive prevention program aimed at reducing […]
Does fasting help with jet lag?
Dr. Pavan Yadav, Lead Consultant – Interventional Pulmonology & Lung Transplantation, Aster RV Hospital The idea that fasting can help with jet lag stems from the connection between circadian rhythms and metabolic cycles. While there is limited direct evidence, studies on circadian biology suggest that fasting may reset the body’s internal clock. The “Argonne Anti-Jet-Lag […]
Understanding Lichen Planus – Symptoms, Treatment, Prevention, Rarity & Seasonality
Dr. Sunil Kumar Prabhu, Consultant – Dermatology, Aster RV Hospital Lichen Planus is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that can impact the mouth, nails, and genitalia, is called Although the precise reason is unknown, potential causes include immunological or allergic reactions, exposure to specific medications, dyes, and other chemicals, as well as illnesses like Hepatitis […]
7 Major Tropical Diseases & How to Prevent Them
Dr. Basavaraj S Kumbar, Consultant- Internal Medicine, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Tropical diseases primarily affect people living in or visiting tropical and subtropical regions. Such disorders are major public health issues because they are usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or parasites, and are predominantly prevalent in warm and humid climates. These diseases are widespread where […]