Dr Vijay Kumar Srinivasalu, Senior Consultant Medical Oncology, Sakra World Hospital For decades, the public health message around oral cancer has been incredibly black and white: if you don’t smoke, chew tobacco, or drink heavily, you’re basically safe. But lately, those of us in oncology and
Dr Pradeep.Kumar D, Senior Consultant Cardiology, Sakra World Hospital, Bengaluru Hypertension continues to emerge as a major public health concern in Karnataka, with the latest National Family Health Survey (NFHS-6, 2023-24) revealing a rise in the proportion of adults with elevated blood pressure compared to the
Dr. G Dimpu Edwin Jonathan, Consultant Interventional Cardiologist, Aster RV Hospital, Bangalore The unexpected and tragic death of Indian shooting star and renowned Olympics coach Jaspal Rana, aged 49 years, has left the entire sports world stunned. The renowned coach, who was associated with sports throughout his life and
In a powerful demonstration of how modern medical intervention can reverse the devastating consequences of long term substance abuse, a team of specialists at Kamineni Hospitals, Hyderabad, has successfully salvaged the life and future of a 39-year-old daily wage labourer. The patient’s ordeal serves as
Researchers have developed a promising blood test that may be capable of detecting signs of lung cancer up to five years before clinical diagnosis, potentially opening a new frontier in early cancer detection and prevention. The study offers fresh insights into the biological processes that drive
Naturally occurring trans fats found in dairy products such as milk, cheese, butter, and yogurt may not carry the same health risks as industrially produced trans fats, according to a new review of scientific evidence. The findings could help clarify long standing concerns about trans
Vaping is increasingly gaining popularity among teenagers and young adults worldwide, but healthcare experts are warning that the trend may carry serious health risks despite being widely perceived as a safer alternative to traditional cigarettes. Electronic cigarettes, commonly known as e-cigarettes or vapes, are battery-operated devices
WHO has urged governments worldwide to strengthen measures aimed at protecting children and adolescents from tobacco and nicotine addiction, warning that the industry continues to target younger populations through appealing products, marketing strategies, and digital platforms. The global health agency highlighted growing concerns over the rising
Dr. S M Fayaz, Lead & Senior Consultant - Internal Medicine, KIMS Hospitals(Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences),Mahadevapura, Bengaluru "Grandfather's disease" is officially entering its new era. As of 2026, hypertension is no longer a disease that affects our grandparents but has become a hallmark of successful youth. ● Chronic
Rising use of e-cigarettes, heated tobacco, and nicotine pouches endangers younger generations New-age nicotine products not effective for smoking cessation and instead fuels addiction Use of illegal means to flood the market and creation of a narrative to legalise these harmful products
