Ms. Edwina Raj, Head of Clinical Nutrition & Dietetics, Aster CMI Hospital Heart disease and stroke in women are in the rise due to various changes in diet and lifestyle among women which we have observed in recent times such as smoking , uncontrolled blood sugar
In a compelling call to action, Dr. Naresh Trehan, Chairman and Managing Director of Medanta Hospitals, has underscored that providing quality healthcare to India’s underserved and rural populations is not just a developmental goal but a moral imperative. His vision centers on equity, compassion, and
Dr. Sudarshan G T, Additional Director Cardio Thoracic Vascular Surgery, Fortis Hospital Bannerghatta Road In recent years, India has witnessed a significant transformation in the field of cardiovascular care. With the advent of robotic heart surgeries, patients are now benefiting from minimally invasive procedures that
With its first centre at Prestige Tech Park, Narayana Health combines cutting-edge diagnostics with fast-track health assessments and advanced screening for working professionals Narayana Health today announced the formal launch of Narayana Aarogyam, a preventive screening initiative designed to empower individuals through early detection and personalised
A team of engineers and physicians at Northwestern University has unveiled the world's smallest pacemaker, a groundbreaking device designed to provide temporary cardiac pacing, particularly for newborns with congenital heart defects. Measuring just 1.8 millimeters in width, 3.5 millimeters in length, and 1 millimeter in
Bradycardia is a type of abnormal heart rhythm (arrhythmia) where the heart beats slower than 60 beats per minute. People with irregular heartbeats often face serious health challenges and require a pacemaker to regulate their heart rate. In a remarkable medical breakthrough, a 71-year-old patient
A 33-year-old engineer, who tragically lost his life following a road traffic accident earlier this month, saved six lives through his selfless act of organ donation at Apollo Hospital Seshadripuram in Bengaluru. Rakesh Kumar S, an engineer from Bengaluru, was admitted to the hospital following a
Ms. Nithya, 39 years old, was a young woman with dreams and aspirations in her life. However, on November 13, 2024, she suffered a sudden and devastating brain haemorrhage—a spontaneous subarachnoid haemorrhage (bleeding within the brain), leading to a cardiac arrest. She was immediately admitted to
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
World moving towards an explosive myopia crisis Body functions as a connected system - eye health is linked to liver, heart health and the kidney All children should have a routine BP check once a year to check kidney health; Dispels the myth
