Back Pain and Lifestyle: Why It Affects Every Age — From Students to New Mothers

By Dr. Sabyasachi Bardhan, KolkataSenior Consultant, Orthopaedic, Narayana RN Tagore , Hospital, Mukundapur, Kolkata Back pain is no longer a condition associated only with ageing. Today, it affects people across all age groups — from students and young professionals to pregnant women and new mothers. Sedentary lifestyles, obesity, poor posture, weak core muscles, and unhealthy […]

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Work Stress, Long Commutes, and BP: The Hidden Health Crisis in Urban India

By Dr. Tamal Priya Barman, Consultant – Adult Cardiologist, Narayana Hospital Howrah Rising Blood Pressure Cases Among Young Urban Professionals A concerning trend is increasingly visible in urban healthcare settings across India — more individuals in their 30s and 40s are being diagnosed with high blood pressure, often without any significant prior medical history. Many […]

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Recognising the Silent Signs of Ovarian Cancer: Why Early Awareness and Advanced Treatment Matter

By Dr. Upasana Palo, Consultant, Gynaecologic Oncology & Robotic Surgery Ovarian cancer is often referred to as the “silent killer” because its symptoms are usually subtle and can easily be mistaken for common digestive or hormonal issues. Many women ignore these warning signs, believing them to be temporary discomforts. Unfortunately, this often leads to late-stage […]

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Narayana Health’s Narayana RN Tagore Hospital Sets Eastern India Benchmark with Highest Number of Robotic Kidney Transplants in Obese Patients

Kolkata : In a significant breakthrough in advanced renal care, a specialist team at Narayana RN Tagore Hospital has successfully completed more than 30 robotic kidney transplants in obese patients, the highest number reported in Eastern India. The achievement marks a major advancement in treating high-risk Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) patients who often face complications […]

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Childhood Asthma on the Rise: What Parents Need to Watch Out For

By Dr. Shubhadeep Das Senior Consultant and Clinical Lead: Pediatric Cardiac ICU/PICU/Pediatrics, Narayana Hospital A Growing Concern in Pediatric HealthAsthma is increasingly being diagnosed in children, particularly in urban settings. Clinics are seeing more young patients with recurrent cough, wheezing, and breathing difficulty. This rise is closely linked to environmental changes, lifestyle patterns, and increased […]

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Why Premarital Screening for Thalassaemia Should Be a Social Priority

Early Awareness Can Prevent Lifelong Suffering By Dr. Sonal Paul, Consultant – Hematologist & Bone Marrow Transplant Physician, Narayana Hospital, Howrah⁠ A Preventable Yet Continuing Health Challenge Howrah⁠ : Thalassaemia remains a major public health concern in India, particularly in regions where the carrier rate is high. Despite medical advancements, thousands of children continue to […]

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Commissioning Ceremony of BSc Nursing Cadets Held at Command Hospital (EC)

Kolkata: The Commissioning Ceremony of 30 Nursing Cadets from Batch XII of the College of Nursing, Command Hospital (Eastern Command), was held with great solemnity and pride on Thursday. Major General Sanjay Maurya, VSM, Commandant of Command Hospital (Eastern Command), graced the occasion as the Reviewing Officer. The ceremony marked the formal induction of the […]

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Breast Cancer: Tumor Grade vs Tumor Stage — What’s the Difference?

By Dr. Pragati Singhal, Consultant Surgical Oncology, Breast Oncoplasty, Narayana RN Tagore Hospital Kolkata: When diagnosed with breast cancer, patients often encounter two key terms—tumor stage and tumor grade. Though they sound similar, they describe very different aspects of the disease and play a crucial role in treatment planning. Understanding Tumor StageTumor stage explains how […]

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Cirrhosis Without Alcohol: The Rising Burden of Lifestyle-Linked Liver DamageBy Dr. Dilip Todi, Senior Consultant – Gastroenterology & Hepatology, Narayana Hospital, Howrah

Kolkata: In a significant shift from traditional patterns of liver disease, doctors are increasingly diagnosing cirrhosis in patients with no history of alcohol consumption. Experts warn that modern lifestyle factors and metabolic disorders are emerging as major contributors to liver damage. For years, cirrhosis has been primarily linked to excessive alcohol intake and viral hepatitis. […]

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Smart Hospitals: How Technology is Reducing Medical Errors and Improving Recovery

Reimagining Healthcare in the Digital Age Hospitals today are evolving far beyond traditional infrastructure upgrades. Across India and globally, healthcare institutions are gradually transforming into “smart hospitals” where technology seamlessly integrates into clinical care. Rather than replacing medical expertise, these innovations are enhancing it—helping doctors make more accurate decisions, reducing risks, and significantly improving patient […]

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