From Life-Givers to Life Savers: Sowmiya’s Inspiring Story DKMS-BMST highlights the importance of young stem cell donors who are leading the charge for inclusive registries BENGALURU, March 07, 2024: In a bid to increase awareness about blood stem cell donation, DKMS BMST Foundation India, a non-profit organisation dedicated to the fight against blood cancer, celebrates young […]
– Dr Narayana Subramaniam, Director – Head & Neck Surgery, Oncology and Director – Clinical Innovation, SPARSH Hospital, Bangalore Bangalore, 26 February, 2024: In a ground-breaking surgical achievement, a 67-year-old woman from Bangalore has successfully undergone an innovative and pioneering procedure to remove a tumour from her skull base though mouth. Mangala (name changed) was presented […]
Thyroid Eye Disease (TED) is mostly caused by the immune system targeting the muscles and tissues that surround the eyes, which causes irritation and an array of ocular symptoms. In a study conducted over 18 months in 2020, it was found that 34.7% patients with thyroid dysfunction having TED and 4:1 ratio of women to […]
By Dr. Shama Shetty, Consultant ENT and Head and Neck Oncology, SPARSH Hospital, Yelahanka, Bengaluru Getting to Know Your Voice’s Guardian Let’s talk about the larynx – our voice’s defender, tucked in our neck, making sure we can talk, breathe, and swallow easily. But what if the dark clouds of laryngeal carcinoma disturb this balance? […]
Bengaluru, India (February8, 2024): Celebrating a triumph not just medical, but deeply personal, Gleneagles Hospital Bengaluru witnessed an inspiring milestone. Mr Pradeep Kumar, a kidney transplant recipient for 11 years, crossed the finish line of an 11-kilometer run, symbolizing a journey of resilience, unwavering spirit, and the limitless potential of the human body. Eleven years […]
February 6, 2024: Prof. Shira Knafo, head of the Molecular Cognitive Lab at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, led the research published last month in the journal Molecular Psychiatry. Anxiety is a common stress response, but for those dealing with anxiety disorders, it can significantly impact daily life. Clinical evidence has hinted at a close connection between […]
Several innovations can reduce toxicity while enhancing, or at least preserving, the efficacy of treatmentBENGALURU / February 5, 2024: Cancer is a dreaded disease because without therapy, it is uniformly fatal, and its therapy is almost always toxic. Along with the fear of death, patients are also afraid of toxicity in cancer treatment and reduced […]
In today’s digital age, technology is inevitable. It offers invaluable tools for learning, connection, and entertainment. However, excessive screen time can have unintended consequences. That’s where the concept of a digital detox for children comes in. Excessive screen time i.e., more than two hours a day may have long-term irreversible effects such as: · Delayed brain […]
People with myopia have two to three times higher risk of developing glaucoma compared to those with normal eyesight, doctors of Dr. Agarwals Eye Hospital have said during the ongoing Glaucoma Awareness Month. Myopia, the leading cause of refractive error, affects about 10-20 percent of the Indian population. Glaucoma, on the other hand, is the […]
By Dr. A Arun Kumar, Senior Specialist – Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Aster RV Hospital Vascular health plays a crucial role in maintaining overall well-being, yet the intricacies of endovascular procedures often remain shrouded in medical jargon. In this primer, we’ll break down various vascular procedures into digestible nuggets of information, ensuring that even the […]