Over 50,000 children are afflicted by cancer every year in India BENGALURU / February 14, 2024: The incidence of child cancer in India is approximately 38-124 per million children with over 50,000 children being diagnosed with the dreaded disease each year. This incidence has been increasing over the last two-three decades. This was said by cancer […]
Bengaluru, February 06, 2023: A new study conducted by MedGenome, a leading global genomics company in South Asia, together with Parkinson’s Research Alliance of India (PRAI) found that rare genetic variations along with common variants derived through polygenic risk score (PRS) can detect Young Onset of Parkinson’s Disease (YOPD). A pilot study was published through this collaboration in the […]
India, 2nd February 2024 – As World Cancer Day is fast approaching, International SOS, the world’s leading health and security risk services company, emphasises the growing importance of early detection and prevention of cancer in corporate health strategies. While cancer remains a significant global health burden, proactive measures evidently reduce mortality rates. Recent data suggests that at least 40% of all cancer cases reported could be prevented through effective primary prevention measures.1 Workplace environment and […]
Bengaluru, January 23, 2024: Rainbow Children’s Medicare Limited (RCML), popularly known as Rainbow Children’s Hospital, India’s leading Pediatric multi-specialty hospital chain announces the launch of its new state-of-the-art 100- bed spoke hospital at Sarjapur Road, Bengaluru. The Sarjapur Road region is an affluent residential and commercial area in South East Bengaluru. It is a popular […]
Newcastle University Experts are involved in a study that aims to distinguish healthy tissue from tumour tissues. January 23, 2024: Surgeons frequently have to rely on their hands and eyes to guide them in deciding where to make incisions to remove a patient’s tumour while preserving the healthy tissue. This traditional method can be subjective and […]
Dr. Pavan Yadav, Lead Consultant – Interventional Pulmonology & Lung Transplantation Sleep apnea, a condition characterized by disrupted sleep patterns, daytime fatigue, and various health concerns, demands a comprehensive approach for effective management beyond conventional treatments such as CPAP machines. In this exploration, we emphasize the importance of sleeping positions for individuals contending with sleep […]
Bangalore, October 30, 2023 –In commemoration of World Stroke Day, SPARSH Hospital, RR Nagar, orchestrated a meaningful initiative dedicated to raising awareness on brain strokes. As part of the campaign titled “Empathy in Action – Building a Stroke Aware Society”, a group meditation program aimed at stroke prevention and the promotion of a healthy brain was […]
11 Sep, Mumbai – Academic institutions are gearing up to welcome students and employees back to campus. With the world navigating the impacts of various global health crises and security concerns, International SOS, the world’s leading health and security company, highlights the importance for education organisations to prioritise the health, security and wellbeing of their community. […]
Dr. A Arun Kumar, Senior Specialist – Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, AsterRV HospitalPeripheral vascular disease, also known as peripheral artery disease (PAD), is a condition that affects theblood vessels outside of the heart and brain. It primarily involves the narrowing or blockage of arteriesthat supply blood to the legs, arms, stomach, or kidneys.What causes peripheral […]
Dr. Namratha Upadhya, Specialist – Pediatric Endocrinology, Aster RV Hospital Bone is a living tissue, constantly changing throughout our lives with bits of old bone being removed and replaced by new bone by taking up and releasing calcium & other minerals. This is a cycle influenced by many factors such as our genes, gender, hormones related to […]