A new study has suggested that peppermint oil may have potential benefits in helping regulate blood pressure, sparking interest among researchers exploring natural approaches to cardiovascular health. While the findings are promising, experts caution that peppermint oil should not be viewed as a replacement for
With stroke being a time-critical emergency, experts call for a unified national helpline to reduce delays and improve survival outcomes The Indian Stroke Association (ISA) presented a comprehensive proposal to strengthen stroke care delivery in India at a meeting hosted by FICCI, attended by policymakers, healthcare
This non-invasive neurovascular test strengthens acute stroke diagnosis and moni Also supports rare disease detection and organ donation pathways Apollo Hospitals Bannerghatta, a leading multi speciality hospital in the region, announced the completion of 1,000 Transcranial Doppler (TCD) procedures, marking a significant milestone in strengthening real-time stroke
Stent placed through blood vessel without open surgery Doctors at KIMS Hospitals, Seethammadhara, successfully treated a 65-year-old man who was at high risk of a fatal stroke due to critical blockages in key arteries supplying blood to the brain. According to the treating team, the patient
Leading national and international stroke experts discussed the latest advances in stroke care, prevention, and treatment Annual Conference of the Indian Stroke Association (INSC 2026) was held from 13–15 March 2026 at Grand Hyatt, Kochi, bringing together leading neurologists, stroke specialists, researchers, and healthcare professionals from India and
Five state-of-the-art ACLS ambulances strategically positioned across Marathahalli-Mahadevapura IT corridor. Emergency physicians onboard to begin treatment en route, ensuring patients reach hospital within golden hour. Bangalore, February 11, 2026: Kauvery Hospital Marathahalli today launched Bangalore'slargest and most advanced ambulance fleet, dedicating five fully equipped AdvancedCardiac Life Support
In a significant milestone for indigenous medical technology, India’s homegrown stroke treatment device has successfully cleared clinical trials, paving the way for wider clinical adoption and improved access to advanced neurovascular care across the country. The breakthrough underscores India’s growing capability to design, develop, and
Leading doctors and policymakers deliberate on air pollution’s growing impact on physical, mental and child health at Illness to Wellness Conference New Delhi, 18 December, 2025: Air pollution is no longer just an environmental concern; it is steadily eroding India’s economic growth while triggering a sharp
India’s participation, led by the Indian Stroke Association (ISA), focused on strengthening early intervention through district-level stroke units At the 17th World Stroke Congress 2025 in Spain, ISA President Dr. P. Vijaya called for dedicated stroke units in every Indian district, highlighting scalable, low-cost models to
- Blockage in a major brain blood vessel of a 60-year-old man - Mechanical thrombectomy performed by KIMS Icon Hospital doctors - Procedure completed in record time Doctors at KIMS Icon Hospital, Visakhapatnam, set a remarkable record by successfully treating a stroke patient in just 9 minutes. The
