By Dr. Priyabrata AdhikariConsultant – Urology, Uro-Oncology & Advanced Robotic SurgeryNarayana Health – Howrah Howrah: Tobacco use is widely recognised as a major cause of urological cancers, but it is far from the only risk factor. Cancers of the kidney, bladder, prostate and testicles are increasingly being linked to a combination of unhealthy lifestyle habits, […]
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Kolkata: Reinforcing the life-saving power of early cancer detection, Apollo Cancer Centre, Kolkata, has launched its impactful ‘Zero to Hero’ campaign in observance of World Cancer Day, placing the spotlight on Stage Zero cancer detection and its potential to dramatically improve survival, recovery and quality of life. India is witnessing a sharp rise in cancer […]
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Kolkata: Manipal Hospital Dhakuria organised “Celebrating Cancer Warriors”, a cancer survivors’ meet aimed at spreading awareness and hope. Doctors, survivors, caregivers and community members came together to highlight that with early detection and advanced treatment, cancer is increasingly manageable and often curable. Cancer survivors shared inspiring journeys of resilience and life beyond cancer, encouraging patients […]
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Kolkata : Echoing William Shakespeare’s timeless words from As You Like It — “All the world’s a stage, and all the men and women merely players” — Manipal Hospital EM Bypass, in association with Ashokenagar Natyaanan, presented another evocative edition of its acclaimed theatre initiative Rongo Byango at Uttam Mancha, Kolkata. Titled ‘Ebhabeo Phire Asa […]
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The workshop placed strong emphasis on hands-on clinical training, with detailed analysis of workshop videos and real clinical data. Participants were trained using advanced diagnostic and therapeutic instruments, focusing primarily on the diagnosis and management of amblyopia (lazy eye) and strabismus. Live demonstrations and real case-based learning sessions formed the core of the programme. Dr. […]
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Kolkata : The Association of Chest Physicians, West Bengal (ACP-WB), is set to host the 29th ACPCON 2026, its annual flagship academic conference, on 7th and 8th February 2026 at Swabhumi Rangdurbar, Kolkata. The conference is expected to bring together around 350 doctors from West Bengal and other states, including eminent pulmonologists, critical care specialists, […]
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Kolkata : The term radiation therapy often evokes fear and anxiety among patients and their families. Many still associate it with severe side effects, long hospital stays, or lasting damage to the body—perceptions shaped largely by outdated information and experiences from decades ago. However, the reality today is very different. Modern radiation therapy has evolved […]
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Kolkata : Senior cancer specialists from Fortis Hospital, Anandapur, underscored the critical importance of screening and early detection in improving cancer survival rates and quality of life at a Cancer Awareness Health Talk, organised in collaboration with the Press Club, Kolkata, on Tuesday. The session witnessed participation from over 50 media professionals, highlighting the growing […]
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Howrah:In a remarkable demonstration of advanced neonatal care in Howrah, doctors at Narayana Hospital, Chunavati successfully saved the life of a critically premature baby girl born at just 27 weeks of gestation, weighing only 760 grams. The baby was delivered at Narayana Hospital, Chunavati, and developed severe breathing difficulties immediately after birth. She required mechanical […]
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Kolkata : With growing global recognition of the aorta as a distinct and critical organ, the medical community is calling for heightened public and clinical attention on aortic health. Doctors at Narayana RN Tagore Hospital, Mukundapur, have reported a steady increase in patients presenting with complex and super-complex aortic diseases, highlighting the urgent need for […]
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