Health

The anatomy of the human body is all about vital organs and their optimum functioning for overall well-being. But many other organs like muscles, fat, blood vessels, lymph vessels, nerves, and soft tissues play an equally important role in keeping our body moving and performing to its fullest potential, and if malignant cells invade these, physical health gets affected. Soft …

Skin is the largest and most active sense organ in the body. It performs a multitude of crucial duties for the body’s basic functions. One of the major functions of skin is that it protects the internal organs from the outside world. In recent times, there is a significant rise in cancer rates due to environmental stresses that can have …

A drug test is usually carried out to assess the mental and physical competencies of any individual. Addiction to drugs is usually a sign of emotional weakness and prolonged use can impact physical aspects as well. At the organizational level, a drug test ensures that people with history of substance abuse are not made part of the workforce. People on …

Over the last few decades, technological advancements have brought about a remarkable transformation in healthcare delivery making it more precise, almost painless, requiring reduced hospital stays and with enhanced clinical outcomes. Minimally invasive radiology or interventional radiology (IR) is an emerging and appealing specialty in medicine empowering doctors to conduct surgical procedures to diagnose, treat and cure several conditions in …

The winter season brings respite from the heat for many, but it can be troublesome for people suffering from skin disorders, particularly psoriasis. A skin disorder which affects about 2-4% of Indians, psoriasis causes red and scaly patches to appear on the skin. This is an autoimmune condition which can be itchy and the degree of severity may vary from …

Mumbai: Poor air quality is becoming an increasingly concerning issue in Mumbai Metropolis. Unhealthy levels of air pollution have been linked to a variety of health conditions, particularly respiratory illnesses. A recent study has found that individuals with existing lung disorders are at an even greater risk of developing illnesses due to poor air quality index (AQI). Mumbai, a bustling …

Cancer refers to the abnormal and uncontrolled growth of cells that destroy the healthy cells in the surrounding areas. While cancer can be genetic, it is primarily a lifestyle disorder and can be prevented by making certain lifestyle modifications. When detected early, cancer can be cured. With advances in medical science, oncology breakthroughs have made it easier not only to …

Pneumonia isn’t a disorder of the elderlies only. Pneumonia is a leading cause of child death and is estimated to kill over 700,000 children below the age of five years, including 200,000 newborns who are particularly known to be vulnerable to infections, as reported by UNICEF. Causes & Symptoms of Pediatric Pneumonia Pneumonia is an acute respiratory lung infection and …

First rare transplant successfully completed in North Maharashtra Nasik, XX December 2022 – HCG Manavata Cancer Care Hospital achieved yet another surgical milestone with a successful ‘half-matched’ Bone Marrow Transplant performed on a ten-year-old patient, suffering with Thalassemia. This is the first time such a rare transplant surgery was performed in Maharashtra (apart from Mumbai) and Dr. Raj Nagarkar, Managing …

Air pollution refers to the pollutants in the air that can damage one’s health when breathed in. These could be gases or small particles known as suspended particulate matter (SPM). The most common harmful air pollutants include gases like nitrogen dioxide, ozone, sulphur dioxide and carbon monoxide, and particles like soot and dust. Air pollution can be caused by diesel …