Tag: Health Awareness

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

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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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Desun Hospital Leads Community-Focused Initiatives on World Health Day 2026

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Kolkata/Siliguri : Marking World Health Day 2026, Desun Hospital rolled out a series of impactful health awareness and community outreach initiatives across Kolkata and Siliguri, underscoring its commitment to preventive healthcare and public well-being. In Siliguri, the day began with a vibrant walkathon from Venus More to Air View More, drawing enthusiastic participation from residents […]

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Tobacco Is Not the Only Risk: Preventing Urological Cancers Through Lifestyle Changes and Early Warning Signs

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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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26 Years, One Mission: Kalighat Sports Lovers Unite Kolkata in a Festival of Humanity

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Kolkata: Kalighat Sports Lovers Association has set a remarkable example of sustained social service through its uninterrupted 26-year journey in voluntary blood donation. What began in 1998 with just 504 voluntary donors has today evolved into a large-scale humanitarian movement, attracting an average of 2,000 to 2,500 donors at each camp. According to club officials, […]

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Manipal Hospital EM Bypass and Ladies Circle India Join Hands for the ‘Mammo Mission’: Empowering Women Through Awareness and Screening

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Kolkata: In observance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Manipal Hospital EM Bypass—a unit of one of India’s largest healthcare chains, the Manipal Hospitals Group—joined hands with Ladies Circle India (LCI) to organize a special awareness programme focusing on education, early detection, and support for women affected by breast cancer. The event featured leading specialists including […]

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