Kolkata,Dec 6: Hemoglobinopathies, genetic conditions that affect the structure or production of hemoglobin, often go undiagnosed because symptoms can be very mild or easily mistaken for common issues like weakness or fatigue. Many people carry abnormal hemoglobin traits without any visible signs, which increases the risk of passing on serious conditions like Thalassemia to their children. This makes early screening, especially premarital and pre-pregnancy testing, extremely…
Manipal Hospital Gurugram Saves Severed Hand with Complex Replantation Surgery
Gurugram, Nov 24th: In a rare medical emergency case, doctors at Manipal Hospital, Gurugram, successfully replanted the completely amputated left forearm of a 28-year-old man. The injury was caused due to a sharp cut that resulted in total amputation of the distal one-third of the left forearm. His severed hand had been preserved correctly at a nearby facility where he received initial first aid, which…
Lloyds Kali Ammal Memorial (LKAM) Hospital Marks 300 Successful Baby Deliveries
Mumbai, Nov 24th: Lloyds Kali Ammal Memorial (LKAM) Hospital has marked a significant milestone with its 300th successful baby delivery, underscoring the growing trust and confidence of the Gadchiroli community in its healthcare services. In just two years since its establishment, the hospital has evolved into a vital healthcare lifeline for families across the region. To commemorate the occasion, Mr. B. Prabhakaran, Managing Director, visited…
Kailash Hospital Achieves NABH Digital Health Gold Certification for Advanced Patient Care
Noida, Nov 22: Kailash Hospital & Heart Institute, Noida, has been conferred the NABH Digital Health Gold Certification by the National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers, a recognition that positions the hospital among India’s top-ranked digital healthcare institutions. The certification represents the apex benchmark of digital healthcare standards in the country and is granted exclusively to hospitals that successfully integrate technology across every layer…
Alkem launches probiotic “DSS”, the original De Simone formulation, in India for gut health management
Mumbai, Nov 21: Alkem Laboratories Ltd. (BSE: 539523, NSE: ALKEM, “Alkem” and its subsidiaries) today announced the launch of DSS, the original De Simone formulation probiotic blend in India for restoring gut microbiota balance and managing various gut-related health conditions. Developed by Prof. Claudio De Simone, this proprietary probiotic combines eight carefully selected bacterial strains in precise proportions, chosen for their distinct biochemical and enzymatic profile,…
Sarvodaya Hospital Performs India’s First Bilateral Hip Replacement in 165-kg Young Patient
India, Nov 21: In a landmark achievement that underscores its leadership in advanced orthopaedic care, Sarvodaya Hospital, Sec 8, Faridabad, has successfully treated a highly complex case of bilateral Avascular Necrosis (AVN) of the hip in a 27-year-old patient weighing 165 kg. Rohit Mundra, a young professional from Kolkata, was suffering from severe AVN in both hips – an increasingly common condition in younger Indians that…
SIMS Hospital Saves 29-Year-Old’s Brain, Heart and Leg from Extremely Rare Recurrent Stroke
Chennai, Nov 19: SIMS Hospital recently managed an exceptionally rare case of a 29-year-old man who suffered a recurrent stroke caused by a blood clot in his brain, along with simultaneous clots in his heart and leg. Multi-organ clotting with a second stroke in a young adult is considered an extraordinary medical occurrence. The patient, previously diagnosed with Antiphospholipid Antibody Syndrome (APLA)—an autoimmune condition that…
Nova IVF Fertility enters Odisha, with the launch of its 1stcenterin Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar, Nov 19th: Nova IVF Fertility, India’s fastest-growing fertility chain known for its international standards of reproductive care, has entered Odisha with the launch of its first centre in Bhubaneswar. With infertility rising across both Tier 1 and Tier 2 regions, the chain now has 40% of its centres in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities. The Bhubaneswar centre is also introducing advanced technologies such as…
Singapore-India Collaboration Strengthens Maternal and Child Health Services in Tamil Nadu
Chennai, India, Nov ,18– The Singapore International Foundation (SIF), SingHealth, and the Department of Public Health and Preventive Medicine (DPHPM), Government of Tamil Nadu today marked the conclusion of the second phase of the Enhancing Maternal and Child Health Services (EMCH) Project. Launched in 2015, the EMCH Project aims to strengthen maternal and child healthcare across Tamil Nadu. Building on the success of the first phase, the current phase…
VISION 2020 India Releases New Diabetic Retinopathy Guidelines
India 17th November, 2025: VISION 2020: 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 rapidly escalating public…