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

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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Sirens on the Road, Strength at Home: Manipal Hospitals Honours Ambulance Heroes and Their Families

Kolkata: Every life saved begins with a race against time, and at the heart of that race are ambulance drivers who navigate chaos, uncertainty, and urgency to deliver hope. Honouring these unsung heroes and the families who stand firmly behind them, Manipal Hospitals Kolkata organised ‘Salute the Real Heroes Family’, a heartfelt initiative dedicated to […]

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Empowering Women in Healthcare: Fortis Hospital Anandapur Celebrates International Women’s Day

Kolkata: Fortis Hospital Anandapur celebrated International Women’s Day, showcasing the strength and achievements of women in the medical field. The event featured a cake-cutting ceremony followed by an insightful panel discussion on “Work-Life Balance for Working Women.“ Sister Doli Biswas, Chief of Nursing, moderated the panel, steering the conversation towards the challenges and triumphs of […]

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Hospital in Kolkata celebrates ‘World Patient Safety Day 2023’ with a theme focusing on patient empowerment

Kolkata: Medica Superspecialty Hospital, the largest private healthcare chain in Eastern India, celebrated ‘World Patient Safety Day’ through a promising event. The theme for World Patient Safety Day in 2023 revolved around the concept of “Empowering Patients for Ensuring Healthcare Safety,” emphasizing the indispensable role that patients, their families, and care-givers play in safeguarding the […]

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