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My brother Ram

World Cancer Day: How yoga helped my brother Ram beat the side effects of cancer therapySubscriber Only

February 4, 2023 16:00 IST

In most of my yoga teaching, and most so in cancer management cases, it is the subtle practices that work the best, says yoga guru Kamini Bobde

Cancer

World Cancer Day: How simple lifestyle modifications can reduce one’s risk of developing cancerSubscriber Only

February 4, 2023 14:00 IST

All your frequently asked questions answered by Dr Kushal Gupta, Dr Gaurav Prakash and Dr Pankaj Malhotra, Dept of Clinical Haematology and Medical Oncology, PGIMER, Chandigarh

sanjay dutt

How Sanjay Dutt defeated cancer with precision treatment, will power and not getting off the treadmill even on chemo daysSubscriber Only

February 8, 2023 21:55 IST

Dutt’s oncologist, Dr Sewanti Limaye, Director, Medical and Precision Oncology, Sir H N Reliance Foundation Hospital and Research Centre, Mumbai, talks about his remission, targetted therapies, the need for grassroot cancer awareness in India and clinical trials

Egg freezing

How egg-freezing ensures you can become a mother after cancer therapySubscriber Only

February 3, 2023 18:19 IST

In India, where the population is relatively young compared to the Western world, concerns surrounding infertility after chemotherapy have created a need for effective methods of fertility preservation, says Dr Garvit Chitkara, Senior Consultant, Surgical Oncology (Breast), Nanavati Max Super Speciality Hospital

Cow’s milk provides essential proteins, including whey protein (Source: Getty Images/Thinkstock)

Vitamin B12, calcium & protein: Why cow milk is always better than soy or almond milk if you are not lactose-intolerantSubscriber Only

February 3, 2023 17:02 IST

Before you follow social media trends and start making oat milk at home, consider the nutritional benefits of dairy milk, says Prachi Jain, HOD, Nutrition & Dietetics, CK Birla Hospital, Gurugram

World Cancer Day, colorectal cancer

World Cancer Day: ‘I was vegetarian, ate right, still had colorectal cancer,’ says 49-year-old survivor, who sets up support group, is avid trekkerSubscriber Only

February 3, 2023 12:00 IST

Previously thought to be a ‘Western’ disease, red meat and alcohol consumption being triggers, colorectal cancer is currently the fourth most common cancer in men and fifth among women in India, say oncologist

Cancer

World Cancer Day: Why early detection and treatment can cure about one-third of all cancersSubscriber Only

February 3, 2023 10:27 IST

Despite developments in cancer prevention, diagnosis and treatment, half of the world’s population do not get the full range of essential health services. Availability, accessibility, affordability are important factors that cause this gap in care, says Dr Sushmita Ghoshal, Professor and Head, Department of Radiotherapy, PGIMER

Dr Ch Madhusudan, head of the department of surgical gastroenterology, said that Manindra’s health was being monitored closely and that he had the potential to lose 70-80 kg more in the coming months.(Representational image/File)

Union Budget 2023: Why are Centres of Excellence for R&D in pharmaceuticals significant?Subscriber Only

February 2, 2023 17:03 IST

Industry experts decode the cascading impact of Budget announcement on skill development, innovation and indigenous development of medical devices

vitamin D

Vitamin D from the sun: Why exposing ourselves 10 minutes every morning or the first half of the day is still the best way to tackle deficiencySubscriber Only

February 3, 2023 13:44 IST

A recent survey found that nearly 76 per cent or one in three Indians suffers from Vitamin D deficiency, mostly youngsters. That’s because we stay longer in a conditioned, indoor environment than the outdoors, says Dr Rommel Tickoo, Director, Internal Medicine, Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, New Delhi

soybean

Does soybean protein help lower cholesterol? How much should you include in your diet?Subscriber Only

February 2, 2023 09:10 IST

Eating soy-based foods can reduce total cholesterol and slightly reduce LDL because they contain less saturated fat than meat and also provide other beneficial nutrients, such as good fats (monounsaturated fats), vitamins, minerals and fibre, says Dr Richa Chaturvedi, Senior Consultant, Endocrinology, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals

Burshalal Vasane showing his Sickle cell card. (Express Photo)

Union Budget 2023: What are the challenges of meeting Sickle Cell Anaemia goals? Maharashtra shows the lag between promise and realitySubscriber Only

February 1, 2023 20:11 IST

Lack of health infrastructure, medicines and specialists have not only crippled tribal patients but also pushed up mortality rates. A ground report

Budget 2023

Union Budget 2023: Health budget is now Covid negativeSubscriber Only

February 2, 2023 10:32 IST

The expanded mandate of comprehensive primary healthcare and the need to scale up the urban health component of the National Health Mission call for more funds, says epidemiologist Prof K Srinath Reddy

Union Budget 2023

Union Budget 2023: What it means in facts and figures and why Govt still needs to increase allocation to health sectorSubscriber Only

February 1, 2023 17:29 IST

The allocation for the health sector has effectively been reduced by around six per cent, in comparison to last year. Increased government spending is the only assured way to make health services affordable, says public health policy expert Dr Chandrakant Lahariya

Union Budget 2023

Union Budget 2023: ‘Opening ICMR labs to medical colleges is a win-win for all and a big boost to medical research’Subscriber Only

February 2, 2023 01:52 IST

Govt infrastructure can be fully utilised, smaller centres and start-ups will benefit, public-private partnership will accelerate R&D and help in comprehensive public health management post-Covid, say experts

millets, millets budget 2023, types of millets, millets in India

Union Budget 2023: FM calls millets Maa Anna. So what are their health benefits and why they can be a cheap stapleSubscriber Only

February 1, 2023 16:01 IST

Millets can be stored for long periods and have short growth cycles, so there is no reason why they should be more expensive than widely used staples. Be careful about processing as it usually removes the fibre, which lowers the glycemic index (GI) of millets. Also limit your portions, says Dr Ambrish Mithal, Chairman and Head, Endocrinology and Diabetes, Max Healthcare

healthcare

Union Budget 2023: Govt announces 157 nursing colleges but what does that mean? Jobs, just wages or teachers remain challengesSubscriber Only

February 1, 2023 14:56 IST

'The minimum wages decided by the Delhi High Court are not being paid at both private and public hospitals. So nurses are quitting, going abroad, leaving one person for 40 beds,' says Leeladhar Ramchandani, general secretary of the Delhi Nursing Federation.

The Finance Minister also announced 157 new nursing colleges, which will be set up in “co-location” with the existing medical colleges established since 2014 (Express Photo by Ganesh Shirsekar)

Union Budget 2023: Why multidisciplinary courses on medical devices will not work if we continue to encourage Chinese imports, disincentivise local playersSubscriber Only

February 1, 2023 14:32 IST

‘Sadly, the government didn’t even implement the recommendations made by the parliamentary committee on health. It is very painful to see domestic industry players shutting shop as the local industry cannot compete with cheaper Chinese imports,’ says Rajiv Nath, forum coordinator at the Association of Indian Medical Device Industry (AIMED)

Sickle cell anaemia

Union Budget 2023: What is Sickle Cell anaemia? Pioneer ICMR researcher says how the target can be metSubscriber Only

February 2, 2023 01:52 IST

Prof S L Kate, 91, who has done pioneering research in Sickle Cell anaemia, says rarely do diseases of the poor get prioritised. He is also conducting clinical drug trials on tribal patients.

Healthcare budget 2023

Union Budget 2023: What are the key takeaways for the health sector?

February 1, 2023 13:43 IST

Big push for millets, public-private partnership in R&D and an ambitious target to eliminate sickle cell anaemia by 2047

processed foods

What ups diabetes risk? Processed foods like instant noodles, energy bars and drinks harm your bodySubscriber Only

February 1, 2023 11:30 IST

Apart from being high in calories, salt and sugar, these foods contain harmful additives and newly-formed compounds. The packaging may contain chemicals, which are known as hormone disruptors, says Dr Anoop Misra, Chairman, Fortis CDOC Hospital for Diabetes and Allied Sciences

obesity

Know how eating high fat and high calorie foods can rewire your brain to eat for pleasure, cause obesitySubscriber Only

February 1, 2023 09:10 IST

Researchers from Penn State College of Medicine, US, found that after being continuously fed a high fat/high calorie diet, the brain adapts to what is being ingested and forgets to balance calorie intake. The study proves junk foods are endocrine disruptors, say experts

warm ups

Why you need to warm up before your workouts and gym routine. How should you gear up?Subscriber Only

January 31, 2023 17:28 IST

Warm-ups gradually start a slow combustion, allow your muscles to peak, stretch and contract optimally. They increase your heart rate, blood flow and enable more oxygen to reach your muscles, says holistic health expert Dr Mickey Mehta

The patient now has normal parameters (PGI, Chandigarh)

Kidney from sister, pancreas from deceased donor: PGI Chandigarh saves Type 1 diabetes patient with first such simultaneous organ transplantSubscriber Only

February 1, 2023 02:07 IST

Pancreas transplant is the only modality known to treat severe cases. Currently, the patient is maintaining a good urine output with normal blood sugar, say doctors

heart attack, exercise

Exercise after a heart attack: Is it safe? What are the benefits?Subscriber Only

January 31, 2023 17:24 IST

Once corrective action has been taken regarding blockages and whatever was obstructing the pumping efficiency of the heart, the patient can get back to his routines. In fact, these strengthen the heart and speed up recovery. But work through a cardiac rehabilitation programme, take the stress tests and go by the advice of your cardiologist, says Dr Balbir Singh, Chairman, Cardiac Sciences, Cardiology, Cardiac, Electrophysiology-Pacemaker, Max Hospital

dates

Can dates help diabetics lower blood sugar? Know how much, which variety and ripeness suits youSubscriber Only

January 31, 2023 09:10 IST

Put together by Dr Anoop Misra, Chairman, Fortis CDOC Hospital for Diabetes and Allied Sciences, and Dr Meenakshi Bajaj, dietician, Tamil Nadu Government Multi-Super Speciality Hospital, Chennai, a review of several studies shows how dates, had the right way, can impact blood glucose, glycosylated haemoglobin, lipid profile and body weight

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