New guidelines for monitoring IBD patients to prevent bowel cancer

New guidelines for monitoring IBD patients to prevent bowel cancer

Researchers and clinicians have developed major new guidelines for the monitoring of patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) to prevent them going on to develop bowel cancer. 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 […]

6 Early Symptoms of Autoimmune Conditions in Children

Dr. Jyothi Raghuram, Senior Consultant – General Pediatrics & Pediatric Rheumatology, Aster Women & Children Hospital, Bengaluru Autoimmune conditions occur when the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks its own tissues instead of targeting harmful invaders like viruses or bacteria. While these conditions are often associated with adults, children can be affected too—sometimes in subtle ways […]

Protein Overload in Hair: What It Is & How to Fix It

Protein Overload in Hair: What It Is & How to Fix It

Dr. Priyanka Kuri, Consultant – Dermatology, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Too much of a good thing—like protein—can damage your hair. Here’s a clear breakdown of protein overload, its causes, effects, and how to manage it. Protein overload happens when hair absorbs excessive protein from hair products. This makes the hair stiff, brittle, and prone to […]

World-leading cancer center, The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust, using AI to push boundaries of cancer research with NTT DATA and CARPL.ai

World-leading cancer center, The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust, using AI to push boundaries of cancer research with NTT DATA and CARPL.ai

·         This partnership launches a large-scale, AI-powered service designed to accelerate cancer detection and treatment using medical imaging in the UK’s National Health Service (NHS) ·         The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is ranked among world’s top cancer research centers ·         Marks a milestone in the application of artificial intelligence for cancer research and clinical innovation London, UK – 27 […]

What to Do If You or Your Partner Is a Thalassaemia Carrier: 6 Essential Steps

What to Do If You or Your Partner Is a Thalassaemia Carrier: 6 Essential Steps

Dr. Anoop P, Sr. Consultant – Haematology, Haemato-Oncology, Paediatric Haemato-Oncology & Bone Marrow Transplant, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Learning that you or your partner carries the thalassaemia trait can be surprising—especially if you’re in good health. Being a carrier (also known as having thalassaemia minor) doesn’t mean you have the disease. It simply means you […]

The Pelvic Floor: Your Body’s Unsung Hero

The Pelvic Floor: Your Body’s Unsung Hero

Dr. Palak Dengla (PT), HOD Physiotherapy, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Aster RV Hospital The pelvic floor, a crucial muscular network supporting our pelvic organs, is essential for core strength, urinary control, and sexual wellness. This often-overlooked area can transform lives when properly cared for, addressing common yet distressing issues. Women’s Health Concerns: Women may experience vaginismus […]

Fighting back against superbugs- A joint initiative by UK and India Researchers

Fighting back against superbugs- A joint initiative by UK and India Researchers

Researchers in the UK and India are collaborating to tackle the urgent issue of antibiotic overprescription by dentists May 23rd, 2025: Antibiotics play a crucial role in treating infectious diseases, but their effectiveness is diminishing globally as microbes adapt and develop resistance. The University of Leeds is leading international efforts to combat the rise of these so-called ‘superbugs’. […]

Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF) – a lung condition usually affecting people over 50 yrs

Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF) – a lung condition usually affecting people over 50 yrs

Dr. Pavan Yadav, Lead Consultant – Interventional Pulmonology & Lung Transplantation, Aster RV Hospital Imagine your lungs are like balloons, helping you breathe in oxygen and release carbon dioxide. Now, imagine if these balloons became stiff and couldn’t expand properly. That’s what happens in a condition called Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF). What is Idiopathic Pulmonary […]