In a major public health initiative, the Government of Telangana has rolled out a free Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination campaign targeting adolescent girls aged 14–15 years, aiming to reduce the incidence of cervical cancer and strengthen preventive healthcare across the state. The programme was formally
The World Health Organization South-East Asia Regional Office has congratulated the Government of India on the national launch of its Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination programme, describing it as a landmark step in the fight against cervical cancer and a significant contribution to regional and global
Rakshith Rangarajan, Equity Fund Manager, Inviga Investment Advisors Private Limited.For years, India’s healthcare conversation has been dominated by a familiar cast of metros:Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad. Yet the most interesting part of the story is now unfolding atier below, in cities like Coimbatore, Madurai, Tiruchirappalli, Mangaluru,
Researchers at Indian Institute of Technology Indore have achieved a significant breakthrough in early cancer diagnostics by developing an advanced artificial intelligence system capable of detecting breast and cervical cancers with exceptionally high accuracy. The innovation promises to support clinicians in identifying cancerous changes more
Dr Meetu Jain - Radiation OncologistDuring radiation therapy, many people notice a shift in everyday routines. A person whoonce enjoyed their favourite meals may suddenly experience a loss of appetite. Everydayactivities like having breakfast or staying hydrated can feel overwhelming. Caregivers oftenworry: Are they getting
Ms. Veena V, Chief Clinical Dietician & HOD - Department of Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics, Aster Whitefield HospitalAs cancer care becomes more personalised, nutrition must follow the same path. Ms. Veena V'smessage is clear: skip the fear-based food rules, nourish the body adequately, and trust
Dr. Sai Vivek V, Consultant - Medical Oncology and Haemato - OncologyUntil recently, the root cause of cachexia was identified as the inflammatory mediators producedeither by the tumour itself or the body. However, a new stream of research is about to upend thisconventional wisdom, with
Dr Sunil Kumar Prabhu Consultant – Dermatology,Aster RV Hospital, BangaloreRecent scientific analyses of commercially available hair extension products have raised importantquestions about their chemical safety. Independent laboratory testing has detected hundreds ofchemical compounds in certain synthetic and treated hair extensions, including phthalates, flameretardants, organotin compounds,
~The institute integrates medical, surgical and haematological expertise to delivercomprehensive, patient-centred cancer care.~Sakra World Hospital, India’s first 100% FDI-funded tertiary carehospital, today launched its integrated and advanced Institute of Cancer Care and BloodDisorders, a dedicated centre aimed at delivering precision-driven, technology-enabled andpatient-centric cancer and hematology
Timely diagnosis and organ-preserving treatment at TGH Onco Life Cancer Centre (OLCC), Talegaon Dabhade, helped restore both speech and confidence in a Pune patientIn a moving journey of recovery, a 74-year-old man from Pimpri Chinchwad has successfully overcome stage IVA throat cancer and regained his
