Goa has emerged as one of the most obesity affected states in India, according to the latest findings from the National Family Health Survey (NFHS-6), with the state also reporting significantly higher than average blood sugar levels among adults, raising concerns about the growing burden
From turmeric and cinnamon to black pepper and oregano, everyday kitchen spices may offer health benefits that extend far beyond enhancing flavor, according to emerging research exploring their impact on gut health, brain function, metabolism, and inflammation. Researchers say bioactive compounds naturally present in many spices
A new study has raised important questions about the long term effectiveness of certain knee surgeries commonly performed for meniscal tears, suggesting that the procedure may not always improve outcomes and could potentially contribute to worsening knee osteoarthritis over time. Researchers found that patients who underwent
A new international study has warned that the global fight against cancer could face significant challenges by 2050 due to growing shortages of healthcare professionals, particularly nurses, diagnostic specialists, and imaging personnel, who play a critical role in early detection and treatment of the disease. The
The latest National Family Health Survey (NFHS-6) has revealed a decline in the use of family planning methods among married women in Delhi, raising concerns about access to reproductive health services and unmet contraceptive needs in the national capital. According to the survey, 67.4% of currently
Government expenditure on healthcare in India has nearly tripled over the past decade, while the financial burden on households for medical treatment has significantly reduced, according to the latest National Health Accounts (NHA) estimates released by the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. The report
A new study has suggested that a simple blood test could help identify biological signs of Alzheimer's Disease years and potentially even decades before memory loss and cognitive symptoms become noticeable, offering fresh hope for earlier diagnosis and intervention. Researchers found that specific biomarkers present in
~A highly precise stereotactic radiosurgery using Cyberknife procedure helped ensure successful treatment and faster recovery for patient with Trigeminal Neuralgia~ Mumbai’s HCG Cancer Hospital, Mumbai has brought significant relief to a 62-year-old woman who had been battling debilitating trigeminal neuralgia for nearly seven years. The severe
An 89-year-old woman, left completely paralyzed after a fall, regains movement and independence following complex spine surgery and intensive recovery care In a deeply emotional and challenging case, Dr. Amit Sharma, Spine Surgeon, Neo Spine Clinic, Mumbai, helped an 89-year-old woman regain movement and independence after she was
Pioneering long-distance precision, the landmark procedure showcases the future of Robotic Uro- Oncology care in India In a landmark achievement for Indian healthcare and surgical innovation, a senior surgeon at the Asian Institute of Nephrology and Urology (AINU) – India’s largest single speciality on Urology and Nephrology hospital chain
