Boys are more likely to be diagnosed with ADHD than girls. Authored by Dr. Gowri Ravi Chinthalapalli, Consultant - Child Development, Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects both children and adults. Around 7% of school-age children in India
Fernandez Hospital Educational and Research Foundation organised a groundbreaking symposium on advanced gynaecological ultrasound titled “Ultrasonography of the Adnexa and Endometrium: Optimising Diagnosis in Everyday Practice” on Sunday, 20 October 2024 at Hotel Marigold. The event was facilitated by Dr Mala Sibal, a renowned expert
Dr. Umesh Srikantha, Sr. Consultant - Neurosurgery, Head of Spine Services, Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore. Spinal cord injury (SCI) refers to damage to the spinal cord resulting from trauma or disease, which can lead to permanent changes in strength, sensation, and other bodily functions below the
Dr. Chethana D, Consultant – Rheumatology, Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore Psoriatic Arthritis Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a chronic inflammatory condition that affects both the skin and joints, emerging in individuals with psoriasis, a skin disorder characterized by red, scaly patches. This autoimmune disease can lead to significant
Actor Mahima Chaudhry inaugurated the event and spoke about her journey as a breast cancer survivor, navigating challenges and overcoming the disease The Max Institute of Cancer Care has successfully concluded the Max Onco Updates 2024, with a strong commitment to drive clinical excellence, patient care,
A mini walkathon was held on 2.10.24 at Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru in connection with the commemorative function of the Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The oncological unit of the hospital supported that early diagnosis and screening of breast cancer among other activities helped them
Untreated PCOS can lead to infertility, but assisted reproductive technologies like egg freezing, In vitro fertilization (IVF), and Intrauterine insemination (IUI) offer women the chance to conceive successfully and experience motherhood Pune: Currently, a large number of women over 25 are unaware of the signs of
Dr. Sanjay Bhat, Sr. Consultant - Interventional Cardiology, Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore Heart health is a critical component of overall well-being, as cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are among the leading causes of death worldwide. Preventive medicine plays a vital role in reducing the risk of heart disease
Wockhardt Hospitals Ltd., a reputed chain of tertiary care super-specialty hospitals in India, celebrated Patient Safety Week Patient Safety Week 2024, aligning with the global efforts of World Patient Safety Day. This year’s theme, “Improving Diagnosis for Patient Safety,” highlights the critical role that accurate
Dr. Lokesh B, Consultant – Neurology, Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore Alzheimer’s disease accounts for the majority of dementia cases and often begins silently, with its early symptoms frequently mistaken for natural aging. While it primarily affects those aged 65 and older, women are also at a
