Apollo Hospitals today announced the launch of its dedicated Heart & Lung Transplantation and Mechanical Circulatory Support (MCS) Unit at Seshadripuram, in the presence of Dr Ravishankar J IAS, Managing Director, Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Ltd. This marks a significant expansion of Apollo’s quaternary cardiac
In a major initiative to raise awareness about diabetes and its complications, Zen Multispeciality Hospital organized a Walkathon centered around this year’s theme: “Diabetic Foot.”Often referred to as the Diabetes Capital of the World, India faces a growing health burden as millions are affected by
Dr. Lal PathLabs has launched India’s First Comprehensive Complement Testing Laboratory, offering several tests made available in the country for the very first time.· A 2024 study report suggested 30% increase in autoimmune disorders post-pandemic. People aged 31–45 years showed the sharpest rise.1· Another report suggested nearly 70% of autoimmune patients in India are women, as highlighted at IRACON 2025. Hormonal and genetic factors contribute significantly.2Dr. Lal PathLabs (DLPL), one of India’s leading diagnostic networks, today announced the launch of India’s first dedicated Complement Testing Laboratory, strengthening its position as India’s leading hub
Dr. Bhawna Attri Consultant – EndocrinologyDepartment : Endocrinology & Diabetes, Paediatric Endocrinology Diabetes is a chronic metabolic disorder in which the body cannot regulate blood glucose (sugar) properly. Glucose is the body’s primary source of energy, and its levels are controlled by a hormone called insulin, produced
Dr. Krishna Reddy ThaduriConsultant EndocrinologistKIMS Hospitals, Kondapur The theme of this year’s WHO World Diabetes Day, "Diabetes across life stages,” recognizes that every person living with diabetes should have access to integrated care, supportive environments and policies that promote health, dignity and self-management.A 2025 study found
pidemic, driven by a sharp rise in lifestyle-related disorders such as diabetes, hypertension, and obesity. The alarming trend underscores the urgent need for preventive healthcare measures, early screening, and public awareness.According to experts, nearly one in ten adults in India may be living with some
Dr. Topoti Mukherjee, Lead Consultant - Nephrology & Kidney Transplant , Aster Whitefield HospitalWe often focus on blood work for diagnostics, but urine tests hold great power — sometimes uncovering things that blood alone cannot.Early kidney and tubular changesUrinalysis can detect protein or
Ms. Veena V, Chief Clinical Dietician & HOD - Department of Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics (Aster Whitefield Hospital)The trend of warm lemon water has gained notoriety in recent times as one of the most prevalent "wellness hacks" on social media. There is little understanding about
AINU doctors perform complex ureteral reconstruction using buccal mucosaAsian Institute of Nephrology and Urology (AINU), a leader in complex urological surgeries, has successfully performed a pioneering reconstructive procedure utilizing mouth tissue (buccal mucosa) to rebuild the damaged ureter of a 38-year-old male patient from Nepal.
World Heart Day has been serving as a timely reminder of the importance of cardiovascular health, particularly in a country like India. Hypertension is one of the most significant contributors to heart disease, stroke, and kidney failure in our country. In 2025, the ways of
