Social media misinformation impacted menstrual health of 24.6 percent women, finds everteen Menstrual Hygiene Survey 2025

While 71.6% women felt that social media provides adequate and accurate information about periods, yet only 11.5% relied on it as their primary source during period emergencies Despite 82.7% women suffering from period pain, only 5.5% used a menstrual cramps roll-on, while a whopping 41.5% women did not use any pain relief during periods Is …

Together Towards Wellness: ‘Feel Good with Fiama’ Mental Well-being Survey emphasizes on Community influence on embracing therapy

National, 27 May 2025:  As conversations around mental well-being take centre stage this Mental Health Awareness Month, the ‘Feel Good with Fiama’ Mental Well-being Survey 2024, in partnership with NielsenIQ, provides an understanding of how Gen Z and Millennials are navigating stress. Exploring the evolving beliefs, behaviours, and de-stressors, the survey highlights a shift towards …

Manipal Hospitals Unveils Dr. H. Sudarshan Ballal’s Inspiring Leadership Journey

Bengaluru – May 27, 2025 – Manipal Hospitals announced the launch of “Leading With Compassion,” a compelling biography of Dr. H. Sudarshan Ballal, Chairman- Manipal Hospitals. Authored by Mr. Stephen David, this book offers an intimate yet universally relevant exploration of leadership through Dr. Ballal’s five-decade journey. More than a traditional biography, this book serves …

Myopia on the rise among school children in India; Doctors urge screen time management and early intervention

Bengaluru, 27 May 2025: Myopia, or nearsightedness, is rising as a common vision concern among children with around 23% of the school-going children in India being affected, and is expected to reach 53% by 2050, according to Association of Community Ophthalmologists of India (ACOIN). As Myopia Awareness Week is observed, ophthalmologists say that many children …

Kairali – The Ayurvedic Healing Village awarded Clinical Establishment Permanent Certificate

New Delhi | 22 May 2025 – Kairali – The Ayurvedic Healing Village, the flagship wellness destination of Kairali Ayurvedic Group located in Palakkad, Kerala, has been awarded the Clinical Establishment Permanent Certificate under the Kerala Clinical Establishments (Registration and Regulation) Act, 2018. Valid through 2030, this certification affirms Kairali Ayurvedic Health Resorts Pvt. Ltd.’s adherence to global …

Coping with Lung Cancer Diagnosis: What Every Indian Patient Needs to Know

Dr. Mallikarjun, Consultant – Interventional Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine, HCG Cancer Hospital, KR Road, Bengaluru. The Moment of Truth A lung cancer diagnosis depicts one of those moments that divide life in two—Before, and, After. For many Indian patients, the information comes as a personal catastrophe, rather than simply a medical diagnosis. The impact of having your …

Understanding the Risks and Importance of Specialized Care for High-Risk Pregnancy

By Dr. Nasreen Ashfaq, Sr. Consultant Obstetrician & Gynecologist, Infertility Specialist and High-Risk Pregnancy at Ankura Hospital for Women and Children A high-risk pregnancy is one where the health of the mother, the baby, or both may be at risk due to underlying medical conditions or pregnancy-related complications. As the number of high-risk pregnancies continues …

AI in Brain Tumour Diagnosis: How Technology Is Helping Doctors See More Clearly

By Dr. Pinaki Mahato, Consultant Medical Oncologist, HCG Cancer Centre, Vadodara A brain tumour diagnosis is invariably life-altering—for the patient, the family, and the entire care team. With vague symptoms, tumours can mimic other neurological issues, and imaging may not always offer clarity. Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become the game-changer in this space- not by …

Lilavati Hospital Honors Legacy of Late Shri Kishor Mehta with Free Artificial Limb Camp and Medical Support for Jain Monks

Mumbai : In a heartfelt tribute to its Founder and Permanent Trustee, Late Shri Kishor Mehta, on his 1st death anniversary, Lilavati Hospital and Research Centre, through its SEWA department, demonstrated its unwavering commitment to compassionate healthcare and social responsibility. The hospital successfully conducted a Free Artificial Limb Camp, offering renewed hope and mobility to …

Apollo Hospitals Launches Apollo Joint Preservation Program in Chennai

Chennai, May 20, 2025: Apollo Hospitals today announced the launch of the Apollo Joint Preservation Program in Chennai, a comprehensive, innovation-led initiative that marks a significant shift in orthopaedic care. Focused on early intervention and personalized therapy, the program aims to help patients maintain joint function, avoid unnecessary surgeries, and continue leading active lives. The …