Category: Health

In today’s fast-paced world, sedentary lifestyles and growing reliance on processed foods have made heart health concerns like high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and other cardiovascular problems more common. Supporting heart health starts with the right nutrition, and including nutrient-dense foods including almonds, fatty fish, leafy greens, legumes, and fruits, can make a meaningful difference. Ritika Samaddar, Regional Head – Dietetics at Max Healthcare, shares some of the best heart-healthy foods that can help improve cardiovascular health and support long-term well-being. California AlmondsAdding a handful of almonds to one’s daily…

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  ·         Nearly 90% airway blockage successfully treated using advanced rigid bronchoscopy and silicone stenting ·         Patient regains speech and normal breathing after months of tracheostomy dependence and multiple failed tube removal attempts   A 60-year-old patient who had been struggling to breathe and unable to speak comfortably for several months following spinal surgery regained his voice and normal breathing after undergoing a highly specialised minimally invasive airway intervention at CARE Hospitals, Hitech City.   The patient, a Hyderabad resident, had earlier undergone spinal surgery following an accident, after which…

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  Highlights Expanding Role of Nurses in Clinical Leadership and Patient Care Excellence   As healthcare systems continue to evolve rapidly, the role of nurses is expanding far beyond traditional caregiving. Today, nurses play a critical role in clinical coordination, patient safety, quality outcomes, and healthcare leadership. Recognising their invaluable contribution to patient care and hospital operations, CARE Hospitals organised special programmes across its network hospitals to mark International Nurses Day.   The celebrations were virtually inaugurated from the corporate office in Hyderabad, with participation from hospital heads, clinicians, nursing…

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  ·         Complex tumour removed without major pancreatic loss, reducing risk of lifelong diabetes ·         33-year-old woman from Ibrahimpatnam recovers within five days after advanced laparoscopic surgery   What could have meant a lifetime of diabetes and digestive complications for a 33-year-old Sushmita from Ibrahimpatnam was avoided through a rare, high-precision pancreatic surgery at CARE Hospitals, Malakpet, turning a seemingly routine complaint of abdominal discomfort into a story of timely diagnosis and organ preservation.   Pancreatic tumours are often detected late, as symptoms remain vague in early stages. In many…

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  In a significant case underscoring the importance of specialized orthopaedic care, doctors at Fortis Hospital Nagarbhavi successfully treated a 78-year-old woman suffering from severe shoulder pain and limited mobility through an advanced reverse shoulder replacement surgery. The procedure was performed by Dr. Manjunath Kodihally, Senior Consultant – Orthopaedics, a specialist in joint replacement and complex shoulder procedures.    The patient had been suffering from persistent pain and stiffness in her left shoulder for over three years, significantly impacting her daily activities. Even after consulting multiple hospitals in the city, she was advised to manage conservatively with pain…

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World Asthma Day (5th May)   ·         Doctors warn persistent cough is often overlooked as a key symptom of asthma ·         Indoor air pollution now emerging as a major trigger for respiratory flare-ups ·         Early diagnosis and regular inhaler use can prevent severe asthma attacks and deaths   A cough lasting more than two to three weeks, especially if it worsens at night or early morning, along with intermittent breathlessness or chest tightness, is often dismissed as a routine cold, allergy, or seasonal infection. However, doctors at CARE Hospitals warn…

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Ignoring Dehydration Can Lead to Severe Kidney Complications   For many, summer brings to mind thirst, fatigue, and heatstroke. But doctors warn that the kidneys are among the first organs to suffer silent damage during extreme heat. Urologists say that every year, as temperatures rise, hospitals witness a significant increase in patients presenting with kidney stones, urinary tract infections, burning urination, reduced urine output, and severe pain in the lower back and flank region.   Doctors at CARE Hospitals, Malakpet explain that during summer, the body loses substantial water through…

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Introducing Superfood for a Super You — a bold, new brand platform brought to life through an exciting campaign featuring famous cricket personality Navjot Singh Sidhu, whose signature energy invites fans to engage, celebrate, and win big. This cricket season, California Almonds brings together the excitement of cricket with the nutritional power of almonds, through its latest campaign, ‘Superfood for a Super You’. Packed with 24 nutrients, including vitamin E, fibre, magnesium, protein; almonds are the ultimate superfood, and can help support sustained energy and performance, both on and off the cricket field. At the…

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Summer has arrived early, and with beach trips on the horizon, now is the perfect time to kickstart your fitness routine. While gym sessions are essential, diet plays an equally vital role in sculpting and maintaining a healthy body weight. Ritika Samaddar, Regional Head of Dietetics at Max Healthcare – New Delhi, recommends this straightforward, protein-rich plan featuring California Almonds, Greek Yoghurt, and Salmon. Morning Kickstart: California Almonds and Boiled Eggs- Begin your day with a few California Almonds.  Rich in protein, healthy fats, vitamin E, and magnesium, they help sustain…

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·         Innovative Neck-Route Procedure Restores Hope for Elderly Patient Once Considered High-Risk for Conventional Pacemaker Surgery at Aster RV Hospital   Aster RV Hospital has successfully performed a rare and first-of-its-kind leadless pacemaker implantation in Bengaluru, through the left jugular (neck) approach in an 85-year-old woman with complex medical challenges, marking a significant advancement in treating high-risk cardiac patients with limited procedural access. The elderly patient was admitted with cellulitis (infection) in the right leg along with extensive post-burn contractures involving the groin and abdominal regions, resulting in tight skin…

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