Category: Health

  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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Liver disease is increasingly affecting younger populations, with experts attributing the rise to unhealthy diets, obesity, and sedentary lifestyles. Conditions like fatty liver, once common in older adults, are now being diagnosed in individuals in their 20s and 30s. Doctors warn that liver disease often remains silent in its early stages, making timely detection challenging. They emphasize that simple lifestyle changes—such as regular exercise, balanced nutrition, maintaining a healthy weight, and avoiding alcohol and self-medication—can significantly reduce risk. Early screening and awareness are crucial to prevent complications and ensure long-term…

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·         Symptoms mistaken for simple acidity… eventually diagnosed as cancer ·         Doctors warn against ignoring persistent cough and unexplained discomfort   For 53-year-old Ramarao, the symptoms didn’t seem serious enough to worry about. A persistent cough. A vague discomfort in the upper abdomen. Nothing that felt urgent. Like many, he chose to wait it out. Weeks passed. The discomfort lingered.   When he finally walked into CARE hospital, Hitech City, expecting medication for a routine gastric issue, the diagnosis came as a shock: cancer at the gastroesophageal (GE) junction, a…

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  ·         Silent liver damage on the rise; IT, corporate professionals at higher risk ·         Childhood obesity emerging as an early red flag for future liver disease ·         Liver tests alone not enough; doctors stress full screening, FibroScan for early detection   A silent health concern is rapidly emerging in urban India. Nearly one in three urban Indians may have fatty liver disease, often without noticeable symptoms. On the occasion of World Liver Day 2026, themed “Solid Habits, Strong Liver,” doctors at CARE Hospitals caution that what was once seen…

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  Headaches not always harmless: CARE Doctors     ·         Rising cases among 25–45 age group; many remain undiagnosed or self-treated ·         Dedicated clinic offers multidisciplinary care with advanced, minimally invasive treatment options ·         Focus on early diagnosis and long-term management, moving beyond temporary pain relief   In response to a growing rise in lifestyle-related neurological complaints, particularly among working-age individuals, CARE Hospitals, Visakhapatnam, today announced the launch of a dedicated Headache Clinic, aimed at enabling early diagnosis and structured, evidence-based treatment for patients suffering from recurrent and chronic headaches.…

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