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Dr. Sushma Rani, Senior Consultant - Nephrology, Sakra World Hospital, Bengaluru  The kidneys are two vital organs that play a crucial role in maintaining overall health. They filter waste products, excess fluids and electrolytes from the blood, regulates blood pressure and support bone health. It’s a

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Authored by Dr. Ameet Sattur, Consultant Interventional Cardiologist, HCG Suchirayu Hospital, Hubli The heart is a vital organ, tirelessly pumping blood and delivering oxygen and nutrients to every part of the body. However, certain heart diseases disproportionately impact women due to unique biological and hormonal factors.

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Dr. Ashwin Santosh Shetty, Consultant – Ophthalmology, Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore January is recognized as Glaucoma Awareness Month, a time dedicated to spreading knowledge about this sight-threatening disease. Often called the "silent thief of sight," glaucoma progresses without noticeable symptoms in its early stages, making awareness

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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

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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

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Dr. Sunitha Mahesh, Medical Director & Senior Consultant - Infertility and Maternal Fetal Medicine, Milann, Bengaluru Is infertility a disease? In contrast to other diseases, there is no linear progression of this condition and there is no discrimination based on demographic or cultural differences. There are

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Dr. V S N Rao, Chief Radiation Oncologist,  Director - Medical Services & HOD - Radiation Oncology,HCG Cancer Centre, Vijayawada Pancreatic cancer is a devastating disease that affects thousands of people worldwide each year. In India, pancreatic cancer is becoming a significant public health concern, particularly

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According to experts, there has been a noticeable decline in sperm count among men aged 25 to 40. Contributing factors include a lack of physical activity, unhealthy lifestyle changes, poor dietary habits, stress, environmental pollutants, and addictions. Toxic substances in the environment also play a

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Dr. V S N Rao, Chief Radiation Oncologist,  Director - Medical Services & HOD - Radiation Oncology,HCG Cancer Centre, Vijayawada Pancreatic cancer is a devastating disease that affects thousands of people worldwide each year. In India, pancreatic cancer is becoming a significant public health concern, particularly

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Dr. Raj Nagarkar, Managing Director and Chief of Surgical Oncology and Robotic Services, HCG Manavata Cancer Centre, Nashik Our lifestyle choices have a profound impact on our overall health, influencing everything from heart health to cancer risks. Among the more challenging cancers to detect is pancreatic

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