Kolkata: For the women taking part in the ramp walk at Manipal Hospital EM Bypass, the spotlight was about much more than fashion. Each step represented a personal journey through diagnosis, surgery, chemotherapy and recovery. The women, all survivors of gynaecological cancer, came together in Kolkata for ‘The Courage Walk – Onco-Gynae Survivor Meet 2026’, […]
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Kolkata: A 72-year-old Kolkata woman with a nearly 20-year history of recurrent palpitations has undergone Pulsed Field Ablation (PFA) for atrial fibrillation at Manipal Hospital, EM Bypass. According to the hospital, the procedure was performed using Boston Scientific’s FARAPULSE™ Pulsed Field Ablation System and is the first such use of the technology for atrial fibrillation […]
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Kolkata: Manipal Hospital Comprehensive Cancer Care Centre organised the Cancer Warrior Sports Summit – ‘Zindagi Zindabad’, bringing together cancer warriors for a day of sports, entertainment, interaction and celebration of life. The summit aimed to move beyond the clinical aspects of cancer treatment and provide patients with an opportunity to reconnect with confidence, companionship and […]
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Kolkata: Protein is an essential nutrient that supports muscle strength, immunity, tissue repair, hormone production and overall health. While the body’s requirement for protein remains constant, the choice of protein-rich foods can be adapted to seasonal weather, digestion, appetite and food-safety concerns. According to Dt. Padmaja Nandi, Dietician – Clinical Nutrition & Dietetics, Narayana Hospital, […]
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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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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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