डिजिटल लत और टॉक्सिक रिश्ते आज के नए ‘ज़हर’: कोलकाता में ‘TOXIC’ के लॉन्च पर पद्मश्री डॉ. मुकेश बत्रा

कोलकाता: डिजिटल लत, लगातार बढ़ता स्क्रीन टाइम और टॉक्सिक रिश्तों को आज की जिंदगी की बड़ी चुनौतियों में गिनाते हुए पद्मश्री डॉ. मुकेश बत्रा ने शुक्रवार को कोलकाता में अपनी नई किताब ‘TOXIC’ लॉन्च की। किताब को डॉ. बत्रा ने स्वामी शैलेंद्र सरस्वती के साथ मिलकर लिखा है। लॉन्च कार्यक्रम पार्क स्ट्रीट स्थित ऑक्सफोर्ड बुकस्टोर […]

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Narayana Health doctors treat two rare cases, help child become transfusion-free and clear brain cancer

Kolkata: Doctors at Narayana Health have reported successful outcomes in two complex cases involving a seven-year-old boy with thalassemia and a 62-year-old man diagnosed with primary CNS lymphoma. The child became free from regular blood transfusions following a haplo-cord transplant, while the older patient achieved complete disappearance of the disease after CAR T-cell therapy. Seven-year-old […]

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Sovereign Cloud: Why India Needs Greater Control Over Its Data

Kolkata: From digital payments and hospital appointments to banking, government services and business operations, almost every aspect of modern life depends on data. As India’s digital economy expands, the question of where this data is stored, processed and governed has become increasingly important. Cloud computing provides the infrastructure required to store, process, manage and access […]

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Eastern India’s First Robotic CRS With HIPEC Gives 42-Year-Old Ovarian Cancer Patient a New Lease of Life

Howrah: In a significant advancement in cancer care in Eastern India, Narayana Hospital, Howrah has performed the region’s first Robotic Cytoreductive Surgery (CRS) combined with Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC) for a 42-year-old woman suffering from advanced ovarian cancer. The patient, who was diagnosed with Stage IIIC ovarian cancer, was discharged just three days after the […]

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Organ Donation Awareness: Manipal Hospitals Kolkata Launches ‘Shuruwat Ghar Se’ Initiative

Kolkata : A conversation within a family could become a life-changing decision for someone waiting for an organ transplant. On World Organ Donation Day, Manipal Hospitals Kolkata launched ‘Shuruwat Ghar Se’, an initiative aimed at encouraging people to discuss organ donation openly with their families and make informed pledges. The initiative featured Dr. Thankam S, […]

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Breast Health in Focus: Narayana Hospital Barasat Launches Specialised Breast Oncology Services

Barasat : North 24 Parganas and neighbouring districts received a major boost in specialised cancer treatment as Narayana Hospital Barasat launched comprehensive Breast Oncology Services, taking another step towards its “Organ Specific Cancer Care Management” programme.The newly introduced service, available every Wednesday from 10 am to 2 pm, will focus on the complete spectrum of […]

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Strong Bones Need More Than Milk: Orthopaedic Expert Busts Common Myths on Bone Health

Balanced nutrition, regular exercise, vitamin D and healthy lifestyle habits are essential to prevent osteoporosis and fractures, says Narayana Hospital expert. Kolkata: Strong bones are not built by drinking milk alone. While calcium remains important, maintaining healthy bones requires a combination of balanced nutrition, regular physical activity, adequate sunlight exposure and healthy lifestyle habits, according […]

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

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

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

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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