Dr. Vidyashankar Panchangam, Director & Lead Consultant, Nephrology, KIMS Hospitals, Bengaluru. Kidney disease is also referred to as a “silent condition,” which means that most people are unaware of the signs and symptoms of kidney disease until it is in advanced stages. Although blood tests are commonly used
Dr. Keni Ravish Rajiv Senior Consultant - Neurology and Head of Epilepsy Services, Aster Whitefield. City lights, traffic, and a brisk caffeine-fueled pace — city life has lot going for it. But recently, scientists have been asking a blunt question: could living in towns and megacities be quietly nudging
A devastating crush injury that once pointed to amputation finds healing through advanced cell-based therapy The patient travelled back to Mauritius on his feet, via flight, and uses no walker for any support while walking In a remarkable case of recovery, a 19-year-old boy named Ashfaq from
A study presented at ENDO 2025 by Dr. Shellsea Portillo Canales (SSM Health, St. Louis University Hospital) found that widely used GLP‑1 receptor agonists—semaglutide, dulaglutide, and tirzepatide—were associated with significant improvements in testosterone among obese men, many of whom also had type 2 diabetes. After 18 months, the share
Dr Pavan Rasalkar, Consultant-Interventional Cardiology, Fortis Hospital, Nagarbhavi Arrhythmia, or irregular heartbeat, is often associated with older adults or individuals with pre-existing heart conditions. However, arrhythmia can affect anyone, regardless of age or health status. In recent years, there has been a growing concern about the
Early-stage cancers often require less intensive treatments, leading to fewer side effects and a better quality of life. Timely diagnosis and treatment not only save lives but also lessen the physical and emotional burden of cancer treatments~ Previously, cancer was more prevalent in men due to habits
Authored by Dr. Sanjay Bhat, Sr. Consultant - Interventional Cardiology, Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore Working out in the gym for a well-built posture is a passion for many. Several gym enthusiasts exercise regularly for hours to get their desired body types and in the process resort
Authored By – Edwina Raj, Senior Dietician, Aster CMI Hospital Embrace the new heart-healthy nutrition regime to protect our heart. Diet is one of the risk factors which is under your control and the Global Burden of Disease study has reported diet as a major factor
Dr. Sanjay Bhat, Sr. Consultant - Interventional Cardiology, Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore Angina, also known as angina pectoris, refers to chest pain or discomfort resulting from reduced blood flow to the heart muscle. It is a symptom of an underlying heart problem, usually coronary artery disease
Dr Nikhil Mehta, Consultant Surgical Oncologist, HCG Cancer Centre, Jaipur Colon cancer, traditionally considered a condition affecting older adults, has been increasingly diagnosed in younger individuals. According to the American Cancer Society, cases among adults under 50 have been steadily rising, making it critical for younger
