Dr. J V Srinivas, Lead Consultant – Orthopaedics & Joint Replacement, Aster RV Hospital Bones make up the structural support for the body, allowing one to move freely, protecting the vital organs from injuries, storing minerals like calcium. Maintaining good bone health is crucial particularly as you age, as it minimizes the risk of osteoporosis […]
5 Hidden Factors Behind Heart Attack
Dr. Chirag D, Consultant – Interventional Cardiology, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Heart attacks are often associated with well-known risk factors like high cholesterol, hypertension, and smoking. However, there are several lesser-known contributors that can silently increase the risk of heart diseases. These hidden factors often go unnoticed, making it crucial to spread awareness regarding them. […]
Unmasking COPD: The Silent Respiratory Threat of Smoking
Dr. Pavan Yadav, Lead Consultant – Interventional Pulmonology & Lung Transplantation, Aster RV Hospital Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is the fourth leading cause of death worldwide, causing 3.5 million deaths in 2021, approximately 5% of all global deaths. Nearly 90% of COPD deaths in those under 70 years of age occur in low- and […]
7 Critical Factors That Prove Vaping Is Not Safer Than Smoking
Dr. Srivatsa Lokeshwaran, Lead Consultant and Head of Department – Interventional Pulmonology and Lung Transplant, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Recently, there has been an increased use of vaporizers among youths. Vaping is incorrectly perceived by some as less dangerous, which can prove to be fatal. Here’s why: Harmful Chemicals Found in Vaping – The e-cigarette […]
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 […]
Cancer cases on the rise the daily lifestyle choices are adding to the risk
Dr. Satish Sharma, Consultant – Medical Oncology, HCG Cancer Centre, Ranchi Malignancy rates are unquestionably on the rise these days, affecting millions of people worldwide. While some risk factors are beyond our control, such as genetics and age, a substantial fraction of cancer cases can be attributed to modifiable lifestyle habits. Identifying these risk factors […]
Here’s how smoking and regular Alcohol consumption impacts your Eye Health
Smoking and alcohol consumption have long been associated with various health risks, but their detrimental effects on eye health are often underestimated. Smoking and regular alcohol affects not only your overall well-being but also impacts your eyes says, Dr Ankit Deokar, Consultant – Cornea, Sankara Eye Centre, Indore. Following are some of the impacts of […]