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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…

In India, about 1 in 10 adults have a thyroid disorder, and around 1 in 11 adults live with diabetes.But what many people don’t know is how often these two conditions are connected. In fact, approximately 1 in 4 people with Type 2 diabetes also have hypothyroidism, a condition where the thyroid gland is underactive. This overlap is not coincidental as both conditions affect how…

Bengaluru, 26th May 2025: Fortis Hospital Bannerghatta Road achieved ground-breaking success by performing Karnataka’s first targeted Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) surgery to treat drug-resistant epilepsy. The procedure was led by Dr Raghuram G, Additional Director of Neurosurgery and Dr Guruprasad Hosurkar – Additional Director of Neurology. The patient, a 21-year-old male from Yemen, had been battling uncontrollable seizures for over 12 years. The patient was…

Hyderabad, 16th May 2025: On the occasion of World Hypertension Day (May 17), CARE Hospitals urges everyone to “Know Your Blood Pressure & Keep It Under Check,” echoing the global call to action against the silent killer, Hypertension. With more than 1.28 billion people worldwide living with high blood pressure, according to the latest WHO data, this preventable yet life-threatening condition remains one of the leading risk factors for heart disease,…

Chennai, 16th May 2025: MGM Healthcare has successfully performed India’s first Transoral Robotic Surgery (TORS), a minimally invasive procedure conducted through the mouth with robotic assistance, on a 52-year-old woman, providing relief from Bilateral Glossopharyngeal Neuralgia, a condition characterised by severe throat pain and painful swallowing. It was also associated with a nagging neck pain also. The innovative procedure removed grossly elongated styloid processes in the neck…

New Delhi, 16th May 2025: Eye-Q, a leading chain of super-speciality eye hospitals, in collaboration with NTPC (National Thermal Power Corporation), India’s largest integrated power producer, successfully concluded a high-impact CSR initiative at the NTPC Surat plant by organizing two free eye screening and cataract surgery camps. As part of NTPC’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) commitment to the communities around its operations, the initiative helped screen over…

Dengue fever has become a serious and growing health threat in India, especially between July and mid-November. Recent years have seen a sharp rise in cases across the country not just in traditional hotspots, but in newer regions as well, such as Nagaland and parts of Himachal Pradesh. Experts point to climate change as a major reason behind this spread. According to the National Centre…

Mumbai – A 32-year-old woman, Mrs. Anuradha Shinde (name changed), experienced a life-threatening ischemic stroke during a routine health check-up, highlighting the underappreciated risks of dehydration and prolonged fasting. Mrs. Shinde, in good general health, had been fasting overnight for approximately 12 hours in preparation for a routine annual health check-up. During this period, she also abstained from drinking water. After her early morning blood…

By-Himalayan Siddhaa Akshar – Author, Columnist, Founder of Akshar Yoga Kendraa Yoga has rightfully been recognised as a practice that aligns the mind, body and breath. Yoga views the Human System in a holistic manner where everything is interlinked. Especially in recent times when lifestyle disorders have become common, stress is the underlying cause for most health issues. Mental Health has now been declared as…