Dr. Sushma Gopalan, Child Psychologist - Child Life Specialist, Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore Schizophrenia is a severe mental health disorder that affects an individual's perception of reality, emotions, and behavior. While it is commonly diagnosed in late adolescence or early adulthood, it can also occur in
Dr. Ms. Edwina Raj, Head of Services - Clinical Nutrition & Dietetics, Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore Winter is a season that brings with it shorter days, chilly weather, and the need for a more nutrient-dense diet to support overall health and well-being. For women, in particular,
Dr. Amit Yelsangikar, Consultant - Medical Gastroenterology, Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore Constipation is a common yet often overlooked health issue that affects people of all ages. To promote better understanding and awareness, the medical community observes Constipation Awareness Month annually. The initiative emphasizes the importance of
Dr. Swati Rajagopal, Consultant - Infectious Disease & Travel Medicine, Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore Mother-to-child transmission (MTCT) of HIV, also known as vertical transmission, occurs when the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is transmitted from an HIV-positive mother to her child during pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding. This
Aster Integrated Liver Care team collectively performed over 1,000 liver transplant Aster CMI Hospital has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Arunachal Pradesh to provide life-saving liver transplantation services at an affordable cost. This initiative is set to benefit patients with end-stage
Aster CMI Hospital has announced the launch of its comprehensive Cardiac Rehabilitation program, which includes Preventive Cardiology and Rehabilitation services, aimed at enhancing heart health and preventing future cardiovascular issues. This holistic program is designed for individuals at risk of heart disease and those recovering
Dr. Swati Rajagopal, Consultant - Infectious Disease & Travel Medicine, Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore Key updates on early diagnosis and treatment advancements of HIV/Aids in India? India has expanded early infant diagnosis (EID) programs and introduced point-of-care tools to detect HIV, particularly in newborns, though rural
Palliative care is just not for End of Life Care. It is for all patients with life-limiting illnesses. Aster Hospitals is committed to improving the lives of patients through Palliative Care. Aster hospital offers comprehensive interdisciplinary pain management and holistic support, through its Pain and
Dr. Raghavendra Ramanjulu, Lead Consultant - Palliative Medicine & Rehabilitation, Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore Pancreatic cancer, often dubbed the “silent killer,” is one of the deadliest forms of cancer due to its asymptomatic onset and rapid progression. Globally, it remains a significant cause of cancer-related deaths,
Dr. Mahesh D M, Consultant – Endocrinology, Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore Diabetes, a chronic metabolic disorder that affects the body's ability to process glucose, is becoming increasingly common in children and adolescents. Historically, Type 1 diabetes was the predominant form of the disease in young people,
