health

Bridging the Human Gap in Rural Healthcare: Why India’s Next Health Investment Must Be in People, Not Just Infrastructure New Delhi, 20 June, 2025 – Despite rapid infrastructure development across rural India, one critical gap continues to undermine progress in public health: the absence of a robust rural healthcare workforce. While nearly 65% of India’s population lives in rural areas, these regions have access to…

India’s dental industry is evolving rapidly, driven by growing demand, increased awareness of oral health, and the need for streamlined access to quality supplies. In this changing landscape, a new league of platforms is stepping up, transforming how dental professionals discover, purchase, and manage essential products and services. These platforms are bridging the gap between manufacturers and clinics, bringing affordability, convenience, and nationwide reach to…

By-Dr. Bilal Thangal T M, Medical Lead, NURA “On World Kidney Cancer Day, we recognize the growing challenge of kidney disease worldwide. Studies suggest that by 2040, chronic kidney disease could become the fifth leading cause of years of life lost. Too often, those at high risk—such as people with diabetes, hypertension, obesity, or a family history hesitate to get screened due to lack of…

Bengaluru, India 19th June, 2025 – In a landmark development for cancer care in India, two patients treated with CAR T-cell therapy for relapsed follicular lymphoma at Narayana Health City, Bengaluru, have completed three years of successful follow-up—making this one of the longest documented survivals post-CAR T therapy in South India. Chimeric Antigen Receptor T-cell (CAR T) therapy, a cutting-edge immunotherapy, has become a beacon of…

Chennai: Habuild, India’s first habit building platform, has crossed a significant milestone by building a wellness-first community of over 1 crore members across the country. With this achievement, now 1 in every 140 Indians is now a part of Habuild, underscoring the platform’s growing influence in making holistic wellness accessible, inclusive, and routine. What began as a simple yet powerful idea to make people fall…

By-Dr.  Joseph Sunny, CEO and Founder Prayatna Centre For Child Development, Kochi  Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is one of the most prevalent neurological and developmental disorders affecting children worldwide. Defined by a broad spectrum of symptoms ranging from social difficulties to repetitive behaviours, autism presents unique challenges for both individuals and their families. What is ASD? ASD is characterized by a combination of challenges in…

New Delhi, 17th June 2025: In a rare and possibly fatal emergency in the early hours of 24th May, a 37-year-old female was admitted to Manipal Hospital Mukundapur, part of Manipal Hospitals – Eastern India’s one of the largest hospital chains at 2:00 AM with accidental swallowing of a toothbrush. Dr. Sanjoy Basu, Senior Consultant – Gastroenterology, Manipal Hospital – Mukundapur, who performed the emergency…

June 17th, 2025: The new guidelines, developed for the British Society of Gastroenterology by academics at the Universities of Newcastle, Oxford, Central Lancashire and others, have been published in the UK journal Gut. This work was supported by the NIHR Newcastle Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) and the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Oxford Biomedical Research Centre (BRC). Despite improved treatments and regular…

By-Dr. Deepak Raina,Senior Director & Unit Head – Orthopaedics & Joint Replacement, Max Hospital, Dwarka Joint pain can be more than just discomfort— it can take away your ability to move freely, enjoy daily activities, or maintain your independence. When medications, physiotherapy, and lifestyle changes no longer provide relief, joint replacement surgery may be the next step toward a more active and pain-free life. But…

Pune, 12th June 2025: Neurosurgeons at Manipal Hospitals, Baner, were able to successfully perform a superficial temporal artery to middle cerebral artery (STA-MCA) bypass (commonly known as brain bypass surgery) on a 32-year-old software engineer from Pune with rare condition. The patient had repeated ischemic episodes and had lost vision in one eye after a stroke. After surgery, the patient has recovered well, able to…

By-Dr. Deepankar Vatsa, Consultant – Cardiology, Yatharth Hospital, Greater Noida Heart attacks have long been associated with dramatic chest pain and older age. But in recent years, a silent and deeply concerning trend has emerged as young adults in their 20s, 30s, and early 40s are increasingly falling victim to heart attacks, and in many cases, without any warning signs at all. These are called…

Hyderabad, 7th June 2025: Do you or someone close to you experience frequent headaches, numbness or weakness in limbs, seizures, vision or speech changes, imbalance, or sudden memory issues? These could be early symptoms of a brain tumour, a serious and potentially life-threatening neurological condition. The brain is an important part of our body. If these symptoms become more frequent or severe, it could indicate the…

Dehradun, 7th June, 2025: Fortis Escorts Okhla Road, New Delhihas launched its specialized Aorta Centre & Multi Specialty OPD Centre at Safe Gate Medical Center, Dehradun. This initiative marks a significant milestone in bringing Delhi’s leading super-specialty healthcare expertise closer to the residents of Uttarakhand. This launch was graced by esteemed Guests of Honour from the Government of Uttarakhand – Dr. Dhan Singh Rawat, Hon’ble…

Mumbai, 7 June 2025: On World Brain Tumour Day, observed annually on June 8, the medical community highlights the urgent need for awareness, early diagnosis, and better management of brain tumours — conditions that often go unnoticed until they cause significant neurological damage. Brain tumours affect thousands of people every year in India, ranging from benign to aggressive malignant forms. Among them, meningiomas are the…

By-Dr. Sowmya. M, Senior Consultant – Neurology, Aster RV Hospital  In a developing comity like India. Where there still existing misconceptions about epilepsy due to which patients and their family member are discriminated against. Often patients do not have access to adequate treatment due to have which they may uncontrolled seizures due to which they may not be able to Lead a normal life like…

National, India, 6th June 2025: Narayana Health has launched a powerful new guerrilla marketing campaign to drive awareness around World No Tobacco Day. Titled ‘Chai + Sutta | Break the Partnership’, the initiative uses a simple, culturally familiar ritual—tea and cigarette breaks—to spark conversation and inspire positive behavioural change.  A Campaign Rooted in Human Connection and Insight In a country where tea and tobacco are…

Key Takeaways Understanding your PPO plan is crucial for maximizing dental benefits. Utilize online tools and resources to identify in-network dentists. Consider location, office hours, and language preferences when selecting a dentist. Regular check-ups with an in-network dentist can significantly reduce out-of-pocket costs. Introduction Finding the right dentist who fits your needs and accepts your PPO (Preferred Provider Organization) dental plan can be a game-changer…

Chennai, 5th June 2025: MGM Healthcare Malar, Adyar, has successfully performed a high-risk cardiac surgery on a 58-year-old male patient diagnosed with Sinus of Valsalva Aneurysm (SOVA) — a rare, life-threatening cardiac anomaly involving a swelling (aneurysm) of one of the aortic sinuses. The aneurysm, located in the right coronary sinus, was obstructing blood flow from the heart and compressing the septum, resulting in worsening…

Dr. Sumit Sharma, Urologist Emphasized on deaths due to non-availability of organs Gurugram, June 5, 2025 — Reinforcing its commitment to social responsibility and employee engagement, Brightsun Travel hosted an organ donation awareness workshop at its Gurgaon office. The workshop was conducted by Dr. Sumit Sharma, a prominent Urologist and Director of Urology and Kidney Transplantation at Shalby Sanar International Hospital, one of the leading…

Along with the DVC, a Month-Long On-Ground Campaign, Pee Safe Joins Hands with Athletes Divya Kumari and Dr. Ankita Pathak to Educate Young Girls in Schools and Communities. To mark Menstrual Hygiene Day, Pee Safe, India’s leading personal and intimate hygiene brand, unveiled its new campaign, ‘#Zero Period,’ with the launch of a deeply moving digital video commercial (DVC). The film tells the story of…

By- Dr Nilesh Katharia, Consultant Cardiologist, HCG Hospitals, Rajkot Heart care was once considered the exclusive privilege of metropolitan dwellers. A person experiencing chest discomfort, or requiring sophisticated cardiac surgery in a small town would be rushed to the closest major metropolis. Such journeys entailed more than money; they cost time, energy, and, in unfortunate cases, lives. However, there is a perceptible change. India’s Tier…