Health

Child Help Foundation Inaugurates 10 Baby Feeding Centres Across Bengaluru Metro Stations

Child Help Foundation Inaugurates 10 Baby Feeding Centres Across Bengaluru Metro Stations

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], September 15: Child Help Foundation, a Pan India non-profit organization, Child Help Foundation (CHF), with the support of the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL), has inaugurated 10 Baby Feeding Centres across 10 Bengaluru Metro stations. These thoughtfully designed spaces provide mothers with comfort, privacy, and a welcoming environment, ensuring that every mother travelling with her little one has a safe place to pause, feed, and care for her child. Bengaluru is a metro city that never slows down, carrying thousands of commuters across the city every single day. Among them are countless mothers travelling with infants,…
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When Does a Child’s Heart Need Attention: The Warning Signs Parents Shouldn’t Ignore

When Does a Child’s Heart Need Attention: The Warning Signs Parents Shouldn’t Ignore

Dr Manvinder Singh Sachdev explains that it is imperative to identify the symptoms in children associated with heart problems and to undergo a cardiac evaluation of the child. Gurugram (Haryana) [India], September 10: It is no surprise that children have a natural resilience. In many cases, fatigue, breathlessness, or poor appetite can be associated with other common ailments that all children may have. Nevertheless, there are some symptoms which can indicate the presence of some heart diseases, and should not be ignored. Proper identification of early signs and further evaluation of these can assist in successful diagnosis of heart disease among children. Dr. Manvinder Singh Sachdev, a…
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‘By The Time A Woman Feels A Lump, We’ve Already Lost Time’ — Dr. Esha Pai on Breast & Cervical Cancer

‘By The Time A Woman Feels A Lump, We’ve Already Lost Time’ — Dr. Esha Pai on Breast & Cervical Cancer

A conversation with Dr. Esha Pai, Senior Consultant – Surgical Oncology, Apollomedics Hospitals, Lucknow Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], September 7: Dr. Esha Pai has spent over a decade operating on cancers most people would rather not think about. A gold medalist from Tata Memorial Hospital and now a surgical oncologist at Apollomedics Hospitals, Lucknow, she’s seen up close what happens when breast and cervical cancer — two of the most common cancers among Indian women — go unscreened for years. We asked her to walk us through the numbers, where the system is failing women, and what she’s personally trying…
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Why Your Heart Pounds After Climbing Stairs — Even If You Exercise Regularly

Why Your Heart Pounds After Climbing Stairs — Even If You Exercise Regularly

– Dr Deebanshu Gupta, Interventional Cardiologist, Sarvodya Hospital, Jalandhar Jalandhar [Punjab], August 31: Have you ever experienced that your heart starts to pound after climbing up a few flights of stairs – despite regular workouts? It can feel alarming, especially if you can run or cycle for much longer without any issues. But stairs are a completely different cardiovascular exercise since it uses gravity; the effort level goes up all of a sudden and works out big muscle groups. The Physiological Reasons Behind the Issue The resting heart rate of an adult person is between 60 and 100 beats per…
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Why Are Anxiety Disorders Rising in Young Professionals in Mumbai? The New Office Epidemic No One Is Talking About

Why Are Anxiety Disorders Rising in Young Professionals in Mumbai? The New Office Epidemic No One Is Talking About

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 26: Mumbai’s fast-paced professional culture has long been associated with demanding work schedules, long commutes, and high competition. For many young professionals, however, workplace pressure is increasingly extending beyond office hours. Financial uncertainty, job insecurity, digital overload, and the constant expectation to perform are contributing to growing concerns around anxiety and other mental health challenges. According to Dr. Prabhojit Mohanty, MBBS, DPM, DNB (Psychiatry), Psychiatrist, Sexologist and De-Addiction Expert, anxiety among young professionals is often influenced by multiple factors rather than a single trigger. One of the biggest contributors is work-related stress. Young professionals may find themselves…
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New Suction Technology Is Changing How Kidney Stones Are Removed Without Open Surgery

New Suction Technology Is Changing How Kidney Stones Are Removed Without Open Surgery

Agra (Uttar Pradesh) [India], August 18: Kidney stone treatment has quietly gone through one of its biggest shifts in years, and most patients have no idea it’s happening. A newer technique called FANS, short for Flexible and Navigable Suction Ureteral Access Sheath, is helping doctors clear stones more completely and with fewer complications, all without a single external cut. For decades, the standard for many kidney stones was either shock wave therapy, which doesn’t always fully clear larger stones, or more invasive procedures that involve making an incision into the kidney. Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery, known as RIRS, changed that by…
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A Podcast That Breaks the Silence Around Men’s Sexual Wellness

A Podcast That Breaks the Silence Around Men’s Sexual Wellness

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], August 12: “If you can have sex, you are not going to die of heart attack,” says renowned celebrity sexologist Dr. Deepak Jumani, MB (Bom), FIAMS, ACS (USA), PhD (USA), MRCPS (Glasgow), Medical Doctor with Mumbai Police. Sexual dysfunction is more common than many realise. Research suggests that around one in three middle-aged men experiences at least one form of sexual dysfunction, including erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, or low libido. Yet embarrassment, misinformation, and social stigma continue to prevent many from seeking timely medical advice, delaying diagnosis and treatment, for maybe even more serious illnesses. To create awareness and put…
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Bangalore’s Demand for Specialist-Led Dentistry Grows as Patients Prioritize Expertise Over Quick Fixes

Bangalore’s Demand for Specialist-Led Dentistry Grows as Patients Prioritize Expertise Over Quick Fixes

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], August 10: Oral healthcare is undergoing a significant transformation as more patients move beyond routine dental treatments in search of specialist-driven care. Increasing awareness about long-term dental health, advanced treatment options, and the importance of accurate diagnosis has led to a growing preference for multidisciplinary dental centers capable of managing both simple and highly complex cases under one roof. Among the institutions contributing to this shift is Narayana Specialists Dental & Implant Centre, which has established itself as a super-speciality dental practice serving patients across Bangalore through its centers in Indiranagar, KR Puram, and Jayanagar. By combining specialist expertise,…
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When Should You Consult an Expert for Hair Fall?

When Should You Consult an Expert for Hair Fall?

New Delhi [India], August 7: Most people lose somewhere between 50 to 100 strands of hair every day. That’s completely normal, and most of us don’t even notice it. But at some point, the clumps in the shower drain get bigger, the part in your hair starts looking wider, or you catch your reflection and something just looks different. That’s when the question usually hits — is this just stress, or is something actually wrong? Knowing when to take hair fall seriously, and when to actually see someone about it, is something most people get wrong. Normal Shedding vs. Something…
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Chicco Encourages Mothers to Cherish Their Breastfeeding Journey with Comfort and Confidence During World Breastfeeding Week 2026

Chicco Encourages Mothers to Cherish Their Breastfeeding Journey with Comfort and Confidence During World Breastfeeding Week 2026

New Delhi [India], August 5: As the world observes World Breastfeeding Week from 1st to 7th August 2026, Chicco supports the beautiful journey of breastfeeding and the unique bond it nurtures between a mother and her baby.  More than just a source of nourishment, breastfeeding offers comfort, warmth, and reassurance, helping build a strong bond between mother and baby. It also supports a baby’s healthy growth while creating precious moments of closeness that nurture emotional well-being. Reinforcing the emotional and developmental importance of breastfeeding, Dr. Divyalakshmi V., Lactation Consultant, Sparsh Hospital, Bengaluru, said, “Breastfeeding is more than nourishment. It is warmth, comfort, connection,…
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