Health

Neurological disorders are among the most disabling illnesses all over the world. Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease are the two top disorders among them. Parkinson’s, disease is a brain disorder, seen in elderly population. For every thousand people over 60 years one may get Parkinson’s disease. It is grouped under the umbrella of neurological disorders called movement disorders, because it …

The belief that “Melanoma only affects white skin” is profoundly ingrained—and sadly misplaced.  Indians have long believed that our melanin-rich skin protects us from major sun damage.  But the truth is that Melanoma does not discriminate.  It’s just less visible on darker skin and goes undetected, until it’s too late to correct. Melanoma is the most dangerous type of skin …

Caring for patients with brain tumours is one of the most difficult—and very humane—facets of Oncology.  Brain tumours damage the organ that governs how we move, think, communicate, and even feel.  A neuro-oncology diagnosis causes substantial emotional and cognitive upheavals for patients and their families, in addition to physical impairments.  As medical practitioners’, the treatment should go beyond managing the …

Women are often reminded of their ticking biological clocks. It’s almost like a countdown they’re told to live by, as they’re following their pursuits. It’s one thing that’s used to define every decision that they’re making: career, family planning and marriage. But not many of us know that it’s not just women, but men too who have a ticking biological …

In a groundbreaking leap for sickle cell disease (SCD) care in India, the country is simultaneously pushing the frontiers of high-tech gene therapy and rolling out ultra-affordable diagnostic tools, as part of its ambitious mission to eliminate the disease by 2047. Gene Therapy Enters Indian Labs For decades, treatment for sickle cell anaemia in India has largely revolved around hydroxyurea, …

Anemia is a major global health concern, particularly affecting women of childbearing age, with prevalence rates between 20–40%, translating to over 500 million individuals worldwide. It is especially significant during pregnancy, where it can lead to complications for both mother and baby. The primary cause is iron deficiency, responsible for over half of the cases. In India, the situation is …

One of the deadliest assumptions about cancer is that “not everyone who smokes gets lung cancer, so it’s probably not that big a risk.”  It reflects an attitude that prevents people from acknowledging the risk.  While not every smoker is destined to develop cancer, there is no doubt that smoking is the major cause of lung cancer.  The association is …

It is estimated that in India, 1 in every 68 children are diagnosed with Autism or autism spectrum disorder (ASD), a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects how a person communicates, interacts socially, and behaves. That figure mirrors global trends but because of our country’s social and medical environment, it poses unique challenges. Recent studies show the prevalence of ASD in India …

In our busy lives, we often overlook one of the most important parts of our body—our mind. Whether it’s meeting deadlines, staying focused, or remembering things, the brain is constantly at work. To keep it healthy and sharp, it needs the right kind of support. One natural way to do this is by using antioxidant-rich plants. Antioxidants are helpful compounds …

The very mention of brain tumour tends to stop you in your tracks. And of all brain tumours, there is one that is especially daunting—glioblastoma. Known for its aggressive nature and resistance to conventional treatments, glioblastoma has often been considered one of the most difficult cancers to treat. But even in the face of such a formidable prognosis, the landscape …