DR K P RANGANATH, CONSULTANT – RADIATION ONCOLOGIST, HCG CANCER CENTRE, VIJAYAWADA Vijayawada: Lung cancer is a type of cancer that starts in the cells of the lungs. It is one of the most common types of cancer worldwide and a leading cause of cancer-related deaths. Lung cancer occurs when normal lung cells undergo abnormal changes and begin to grow and divide uncontrollably, forming…
Unveiling the Vision Revolution: Artificial Intelligence Takes Center Stage in Combating Diabetic Retinopathy, A Global Health Imperative
. AI is revolutionizing disease detection through image-based screening for conditions like diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, glaucoma, and more . 27.0% of diabetic patients suffer from diabetic retinopathy, resulting in around 0.4 million cases of blindness worldwide Mumbai, 18 November 2023: Diabetes Mellitus (DM) continues to be a pervasive health challenge worldwide, with countries grappling to address its staggering impact. Among the many complications arising from…
Dr. Tushar Palve’s Mission Possible! Best healthcare for women
Mumbai: Covid; post-abuse trauma; breast cancer; complicated pregnancy & risky childbirth; a woman faces serious life-threatening health issues all the time. A good doctor can always help manage these peculiar health problems in women. Dr. Tushar Tatyaba Palve, superintendent of the Cama and Albless Hospital, is on a mission to provide that much-needed expert help to innumerable women patients in and around the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.…
With the focus on customer health, Simpli Namdhari’s launches ‘Choose Goodness’ to create awareness about safe-to-consume fruits & veggies
Bengaluru, India, November 18, 2023: Simpli Namdhari’s, India’s only 100% vegetarian omnichannel retailer launched the ‘Choose Goodness’ campaign across social media and in-stores, to raise awareness of foods that are safe to consume and educate customers on what goes into cultivating fruits and vegetables. Simpli Namdhari launched the campaign amidst growing concerns among consumers regarding the presence of toxic heavy metals in fruits and vegetables shelved at…
Six hours’ reconstructive surgery at Medica restores amputated finger after lift mishap
Kolkata, 17th November 2023: Medica Group of Hospitals, the leading healthcare chain in Eastern India, reaffirms its unwavering dedication to delivering exceptional medical care through the successful completion of a complex reimplantation surgery at its flagship facility in Kolkata. The intricate procedure was skillfully performed by the esteemed Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Akhilesh Kumar Agarwal, Consultant, Department of Plastic Surgery, Medica Superspecialty Hospital. Sahil Kumar Paul, a…
L V Prasad Eye Institute (LVPEI) shines spotlight on refractive errors in children: the overlooked vision challenge
1. As part of the Children’s Eye Care Week (13-19 November), L V Prasad Eye Institute (LVPEI), through its dedicated Children’s Eye Care Centres across its network, organizes various activities to raise awareness about refractive errors in children. 2. Uncorrected refractive error is one of the leading causes of blindness worldwide; 20% of India’s total visually impaired population suffers from uncorrected refractive errors. 3. 1-3-5, Give…
Gut bacteria protects against diarrhoeal disease
Peer reviewed – Systematic review – people and animals New Delhi, November 10, 2023: The severity of a diarrhoeal disease could be down to the bacteria in your gut – according to new research from the University of East Anglia. Cryptosporidiosis is responsible for over 100,000 deaths annually – predominantly in children under five. It also affects animals, and a new study published today shows…
XITE College Organizes Successful Free Eye and Vision Check-Up Camp
Jamshedpur, November 9, 2023 — XITE College, known for its commitment to student welfare and community health organized a successful Free Eye and vision check-up camp at its premises on November 7, 2023. The camp aimed to provide essential eye care services to the college community, including students, staff and faculty. The event, which witnessed the participation of more than 100 individuals, was enabled by…
Vedanta Sesa Goa’s Four-Week Health Check-up & Awareness Camp
Primary School Students in Bicholim Taluka Set to Benefit from Vedanta Sesa Goa’s Four-Week Health Check-up & Awareness Camp Vedanta Sesa Goa’s Specialised Health Camp for students is poised to benefit about 500 students, residing in nearby communities, over the next month. Goa, 9th November 2023: In line with its unwavering commitment towards the health & wellness of the communities, Vedanta Sesa Goa launched a…
Mythbusters: Clarifying Breast Cancer Misconceptions for Informed Awareness
In India, a concerning reality unfolds: a woman is diagnosed with breast cancer every four minutes. It accounts for 13.5 percent of all cancer cases in the country, with a 10.6 percent mortality rate. Shockingly, these cases are diagnosed a decade earlier in India compared to the Western world and tend to be more aggressive. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, uniting people worldwide to…