Dr. Sujatha Thyagarajan, Lead & HOD – Pediatric Intensive Care and Pediatric Emergency at Aster RV Hospital Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) has become an important issue among respiratory infections in children in the last few years. Though it is like other viral infections, where symptoms include cough, cold, and fever, its clinical presentations and treatment modalities […]
Dr. Jyotirmay S Hegde, HOD & Lead Consultant ENT, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru A deviated septum occurs when the thin wall between your nostrils shifts to one side. It can have serious effects beyond being a simple structural issue. Deviated septum often brings a range of challenges that disrupt daily life, including sleep disturbances, reduced […]
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Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao Addresses Concerns Over HMPV Cases Bengaluru, January 7, 2025 – Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao has sought to allay public fears following the detection of two Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases in Bengaluru. The minister emphasized that HMPV is not a new virus. He urged the public to remain […]
– By Ms. Soumita Biswas, Chief Clinical Nutritionist, Aster RV Hospital Every year, International Mind-Body Wellness Day reminds us that our mind and emotional well-being is intertwined with our physical health. Observed worldwide, the importance of adopting a holistic approach to wellness encourages people to nourish both their minds and their bodies in achieving perfect balance […]
Dr. Srinivasa Murthy C L, Lead Paediatrics, Consultant – Paediatrics and Neonatology, Aster Women & Children Hospital, Bengaluru Constipation in babies can be frustrating for both parents and their little ones. When you watch your baby strain at hard stools, squirm in discomfort or display irritable behavior, can leave you feeling worried and helpless. However, […]
Dr. Rohit Udaya Prasad, Lead & Senior Consultant – ENT & Cochlear Implant Surgery, Aster RV Hospital Tonsillitis is an extremely common infection among individuals of all ages often characterized by acute pain or severe throat irritation. Their function at the back side of the human throat supports the body’s immune apparatus by representing a […]
Dr. Priyanka Kuri, Consultant – Dermatology, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Insomnia, the persistent inability to sleep, doesn’t just leave one feeling groggy—it can take a serious toll on the skin as well. A peaceful night’s sleep rejuvenates the skin along with carrying out healing processes in the body. Denying the body 6-8 hours of proper […]
Top strategies for organisations to break stigmas and build a supportive workplace November 18th, 2024, National– As we approach International Men’s Day on 19 November, it is crucial to address the critical issue of men’s mental health and well-being in the workplace. Globally, approximately 12 billion working days are lost annually to depression and anxiety […]
Newcastle University’s research has shown that children with the most common form of brain cancer could benefit from reduced diagnostic wait times, thanks to a new trial that offers a faster and less invasive method for determining tumor type. September 2, 2024: In a groundbreaking study, published in eBioMedicine, a team of researchers from Newcastle University and […]