Kolkata : For Prof. Parboty Chakraborty, teaching has always been more than a profession—it has been her life’s purpose. A distinguished Sanskrit academic and teacher, she is now back to her teaching and academic activities after successfully undergoing a hysterectomy at Manipal Hospital, Salt Lake. Prof. Chakraborty had been suffering from persistent pain and discomfort […]
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Kolkata : Tobacco remains one of the leading preventable causes of cancer in India, with head and neck cancers emerging as some of its most devastating consequences, according to Dr. SLN Chandra Mohan, Head Neck Oncologist and ENT Surgeon at Narayana RN Tagore Hospital, Mukundapur. Experts say these cancers often develop silently over several years, […]
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By Dr. Debashree Gangopadhyay, Consultant – Pediatric Cardiology, Narayana RN Tagore Hospital, Mukundapur Kolkata : Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), the most common birth defect worldwide, continues to be a major cause of illness and mortality among children. Medical experts emphasize that early diagnosis and timely treatment can dramatically improve outcomes, allowing most affected children to […]
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By Dr. Upasana Palo, Consultant, Gynaecologic Oncology & Robotic Surgery Ovarian cancer is often referred to as the “silent killer” because its symptoms are usually subtle and can easily be mistaken for common digestive or hormonal issues. Many women ignore these warning signs, believing them to be temporary discomforts. Unfortunately, this often leads to late-stage […]
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Kolkata : In a landmark cardiac procedure, BM Birla Heart Hospital has successfully retrieved a leadless pacemaker that had been implanted for more than seven years and eight months — the first such documented case in Southeast Asia, including India. The complex procedure was performed by Anil Mishra, Director of Cardiology at the hospital, marking […]
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Kolkata: In a major advancement for respiratory care in Eastern India, the Department of Pulmonology & Respiratory Medicine at Ruby General Hospital has successfully carried out two rare and life-saving Advanced Interventional Pulmonology procedures over the past month, offering patients instant relief without the need for conventional open surgery. Advanced Interventional Pulmonology is a rapidly […]
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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 : 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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Kolkata: In a thoughtful blend of indulgence and awareness, Apollo Cancer Centre (ACC) has unveiled ‘Check-Olate’, an innovative initiative that transforms a simple bar of chocolate into a powerful reminder for women to prioritise their health. More than just a treat, Check-Olate encourages women to pause, reflect, and adopt breast self-examination as a regular act […]
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Dhakuria Unit Launches Manipal Institute of Diabetes; EM Bypass Unveils ‘Sugar Monster’ to Raise Awareness Kolkata : Manipal Hospitals Kolkata observed World Diabetes Day with two significant initiatives — the launch of the Manipal Institute of Diabetes at its Dhakuria unit and an engaging diabetes awareness campaign at the EM Bypass unit. The Dhakuria event […]
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