The Central Government is preparing to launch a nationwide fitness and preventive healthcare campaign to tackle the rising burden of non communicable diseases (NCDs), following fresh data showing a sharp increase in lifestyle related illnesses across the country. The initiative is expected to promote physical
What was meant to be a peaceful return home after an evening walk turned into a terrifying ordeal for a 75-year-old Bhagwani Singh, a resident of Lower Parel, when strong winds sweeping through her high rise apartment triggered a scary accident. As she paused at
Dr. Vishakha Agarwal, Oral and Maxillofacial Oncosurgeon at HCG Cancer Centre Vadodara How long should a mouth ulcer last before you worry? When does a hoarse voice stop being "just a cold"? And could a seemingly harmless lump in the neck be more than a swollen gland? For many
The World Health Organization has warned that the number of new cancer cases worldwide could rise to nearly 35 million annually by 2050 unless countries urgently strengthen cancer prevention, early diagnosis, treatment and palliative care. The warning comes in the WHO Global Status Report on
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
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
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
Telangana Eagle Force SP P. Seetharam Nicotine promotions increasingly targeting youth Collective responsibility needed to curb tobacco use Pledge administered against tobacco consumption Awareness programme held at Kamineni Hospitals on World No Tobacco Day Telangana Eagle Force SP P. Seetharam has cautioned young people against falling prey to the growing
