Category: Healthcare

Common Hepatitis B Myths You Should Stop Believing: Early Diagnosis and Vaccination Are Key

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By TheBengal.in Desk Kolkata: Hepatitis B remains one of the most common liver infections worldwide, yet myths and misconceptions continue to fuel fear, confusion and social stigma. According to Dr. Manik Lal Thakur, Consultant – Gastroenterology, Narayana Hospital, Barasat, understanding the facts about Hepatitis B is essential for effective prevention, timely diagnosis and proper treatment. […]

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World Brain Day: Healthy Lifestyle Choices Can Reduce Dementia Risk, Says Neurologist

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Kolkata: Dementia is often considered an inevitable part of ageing, but experts say its risk can be significantly reduced—or its onset delayed—through healthy lifestyle choices. While factors such as age and genetics cannot be changed, adopting healthier daily habits can help protect brain health over the long term. On the occasion of World Brain Day, […]

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Monsoon Can Trigger Asthma and Allergies: Know the Causes, Prevention and Warning Signs

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Pulmonologist Dr. Sujan Bardhan explains why humidity, mold and dust mites increase respiratory problems during the rainy season and shares simple preventive measures. Kolkata: While the monsoon brings relief from the scorching summer heat, it also creates conditions that can worsen asthma and allergies. According to Dr. Sujan Bardhan, Consultant, Pulmonology, the rainy season often […]

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Tobacco’s Silent War on the Head & Neck: Experts Warn of Rising Cancer Burden in India

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Kolkata : Tobacco remains one of the leading preventable causes of cancer in India, with head and neck cancers emerging as some of its most devastating consequences, according to Dr. SLN Chandra Mohan, Head Neck Oncologist and ENT Surgeon at Narayana RN Tagore Hospital, Mukundapur. Experts say these cancers often develop silently over several years, […]

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Advanced Spine Surgeries at Manipal Hospital Mukundapur Restore Mobility and Hope

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Kolkata : With spinal disorders emerging as one of the leading causes of disability worldwide, advanced spine care is playing an increasingly important role in restoring mobility, independence, and quality of life for patients. Addressing this growing healthcare challenge, Manipal Hospital Mukundapur showcased its cutting-edge spine surgery capabilities through a special programme titled “Precision at […]

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Persistent Headaches or Vision Changes? When Brain Tumor Symptoms Should Not Be Ignored

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Kolkata : Headaches, blurred vision, dizziness, and nausea are common complaints that many people often dismiss as routine health issues. However, medical experts warn that when such neurological symptoms become persistent, recurrent, or progressively severe, they may indicate a more serious underlying condition, including a brain tumor. Marking World Brain Tumor Day, Dr. Nilay Biswas, […]

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Early Awareness Key to Managing Congenital Heart Disease in Children, Says Specialist

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By Dr. Debashree Gangopadhyay, Consultant – Pediatric Cardiology, Narayana RN Tagore Hospital, Mukundapur Kolkata : Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), the most common birth defect worldwide, continues to be a major cause of illness and mortality among children. Medical experts emphasize that early diagnosis and timely treatment can dramatically improve outcomes, allowing most affected children to […]

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What Happens to Your Body After You Quit Smoking? The Remarkable Recovery Journey Explained

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By Dr. Suman Mallik, Clinical Director & Senior Consultant – Radiation Oncology, Narayana Hospital, Howrah Howrah : Smoking remains one of the leading causes of preventable diseases and deaths worldwide. It is strongly associated with cancers of the lungs, mouth, throat, voice box, oesophagus, bladder, pancreas and several other organs. While the dangers of smoking […]

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

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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

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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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