18-Year-Old Mauritian Boy Regains Ability to Eat After Advanced Esophageal Surgery at Manipal Hospital Baner
Doctors replaced the patient’s damaged esophagus with a gastric tube from his stomach, using precision-driven minimal access surgery
Pune, April 2025: An 18-year-old boy of Indian origin from Mauritius developed a severe esophageal stricture after accidentally ingesting an alkaline liquid, causing a significant narrowing of his esophagus. Unable to swallow even liquids, he suffered from extreme weight loss and malnutrition. He...
Eye-Q Super-Speciality Eye Hospitals Announces Mega Eye Care Camps in Haldwani and Almora to Commemorate Independence Day
The mega camps will be widely promoted through strategic awareness campaigns, including the distribution of pamphlets and the placement of banners in local areas and neighbouring villagesEye-Q aims to reach 1000 individuals with this initiative, placing a special emphasis on underserved and underprivileged communities India, 13th August 2024: Eye-Q, a leading chain of super-speciality eye care hospitals, has announced its latest...
Aarna Super-Speciality Hospital Introduces Rezum Technology in Gujarat
Rezum machine is a revolutionary technology for the treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Ahmedabad, July 29, 2024: Aarna Super-speciality Hospital has become the first healthcare facility in Gujarat to introduce the Rezum machine, a revolutionary technology for the treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH). This condition, commonly affecting men over the age of 50, presents symptoms such as a weak urinary stream,...
Aakhad Food Festival Kicks Off at Blue Lotus, Sayaji Kolhapur
Blue Lotus at Sayaji Kolhapur hosts the highly anticipated "Aakhad Food Festival." Thefestival began on July 26, 2024 and will run until August 4, 2024. This 10-day culinaryextravaganza celebrates the rich gastronomic heritage of the Aakhad region, a culinaryhotspot known for its bold flavors and unique culinary traditions.
"The Aakhad Food Festival is not just about food; it's about bringing...
52-Year-Old Lady undergoes Living Donor Liver Transplant for chronic liver disease and liver cancer at Fortis Bannerghatta
31-year-old Son saves the life of his 52-year-old mother, by donating a part of his liver
Bengaluru, 25 July 2024: In a significant clinical milestone, Fortis Bannerghatta Road successfully conducted Living Donor Liver Transplant on a 52-year-old lady for end stage chronic liver disease and early stage liver cancer. The patient got a new lease of life as her son stepped forward...
Sakra World Hospital Inaugurated a Dedicated Clinic for Brachial Plexus & Peripheral Nerve Treatments
Bengaluru, 16th July 2024 – Sakra World Hospital in Bengaluru continues to set new benchmarks in medical excellence, seamlessly integrating compassionate care with cutting-edge technology. On the occasion of World Plastic Surgery Day, the hospital proudly inaugurated its “Comprehensive Brachial Plexus & Peripheral Nerve Injury Care Clinic”. This advanced facility is dedicated to providing exceptional nerve care and treatment.
The...
Sanjeevan Hospital Unveils New Cathlab and CTVS Services around World Doctors Day
New Delhi, 2nd July 2024 : On the occasion of World Doctors Day, Sanjeevan Hospital announcedthe inauguration of its state-of-the-art Cathlab and Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery (CTVS)services. The inauguration was done by Lok Sabha MP from East Delhi and Minister of State in the Ministry ofCorporate Affairs, Shri Harsh Malhotra ji in the presence of eminent doctors from across the city...
Fortis Hospital Cunningham Road Achieves Medical Milestone with World’sFirst Triple Surgery:
Bengaluru, 27 May 2024: In a first reported case across the globe, Fortis Hospital CunninghamRoad successfully conducted three simultaneous complex procedures - Coronary Artery BypassGrafting (CABG), gallbladder stone removal, and colon cancer surgery in one session. Under themulti-disciplinary expertise of Dr. Vivek Jawali, Chairman-Cardiac Sciences, Fortis Hospitals,Bengaluru and Dr. Ganesh Shenoy, Director-GI, Minimal Access & Bariatric surgery, Fortis Hospital,Cunningham...
8th Edition of National Health Writers & Influencers Convention to be Organised at AIIMS, New Delhi
Recognizing Emerging Leaders Shaping India's Healthcare Landscape, NextGen Healthcare Heroes to be Honoured at NHWIC-2024
New Delhi, February, 2024: Mark your calendars, health enthusiasts and changemakers! The highly anticipated Asia's largest congregation of health writers and influencers is back with its 8th edition – National Health Writers & Influencers Convention (NHWIC-2024). Scheduled for February 21st to 22nd at the prestigious...
7 Common Myths about Epilepsy
By Dr Sadique Pathan, Consultant – Neurologist, Manipal Hospital, Kharadi, Pune
Epilepsy is one of the most common neurological disorders that causes repeated seizures in millions of people worldwide. Despite its prevalence, epilepsy continues to be hampered by misconceptions and beliefs, which can lead to stigma and discrimination against individuals who suffer from it.
Myth #1: Epilepsy is transmissible
Fact: Epilepsy is...