President Droupadi Murmu has expressed confidence that India will achieve its goal of eliminating sickle cell disease (SCD) well before the targeted year of 2047, citing the collective efforts of the Centre, states, healthcare institutions and communities in combating the inherited blood disorder. Addressing a gathering
~ Conference supported by Fortis Hospital, Mulund spotlighted AI, innovation, mentorship and the future of neurosurgery ~ Mumbai hosted the 2nd edition of the Young Neurosurgeons Forum Conference (YNFCON 2026), a flagship initiative of the Neurological Society of India (NSI), from June 19–21, 2026. Supported by Fortis Hospital, Mulund,
Over 250+ women riders participate in Breast Cancer awareness ride; free breast screening camp conducted HCG Cancer Hospital Bengaluru on Saturday organised Pinkvolution Women’s Bikeathon, a breast cancer awareness initiative aimed at encouraging women to adopt regular breast self-examinations, undergo timely screenings and seek early medical intervention. The event
Advanced Comprehensive Oncology Centre launched by Legendary Former Indian Cricketer Mr. VVS Laxman Bengaluru, 21 st June 2026: KIMS Hospitals, Mahadevapura, Bengaluru, today inaugurated the KIMS RENOVA Oncology Institute, a comprehensive cancer care centre envisioned to provide advanced, integrated, and patient centric oncology services. The institute was inaugurated
Dr Rajesh KS, Consultant Neonatologist & Pediatrician, Kinder Women's Hospital Bangalore Even as we observe Autistic Pride Day, we know that while plenty of attention is given to communication and social development in this area, three equally important aspects of a child's well-being are often ignored.
Dr. Adithyakrishna Srirangaprasad, Associate Consultant – Medical Oncology, HCG Cancer Hospital, Double Road Unit, Bengaluru. Cancer treatment has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past decade. While the primary goal has always been to control the disease and improve survival, there is now an equally important
Dr. Venkataramanan Swaminathan, Senior Consultant Orthopedic Robotic Surgeon, Apollo Speciality Hospitals, OMR Chennai Many people suffer from knee pain, back pain or joint stiffness and learn to live with it. Many assume this is a normal part of ageing and get used to the discomfort. But
Sankara Eye Hospital, India and The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) recently signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to revolutionize paediatric eye care and myopia treatment, marking a major step forward in clinical collaboration, research and education. Researchers from India and Hongkong commit to collaborate to
In a significant move aimed at strengthening India's allied healthcare workforce, P. D. Hinduja Hospital & Medical Research Centre has partnered with Homi Bhabha State University (HBSU) to introduce a range of specialized postgraduate programmes in allied health sciences. The initiative is expected to enhance
A new study has raised concerns about the long term kidney health of people living with Type 2 Diabetes (T2D) who are prescribed certain commonly used blood pressure medications. Researchers found that some antihypertensive drugs may be associated with worse kidney outcomes, highlighting the need
