Category: Health

Robotics adds fresh ammo to modern day healthcare

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Lucknow, the historic capital of Uttar Pradesh, has emerged as a vibrant hub for medical innovation, particularly in the integration of robotics into healthcare. Once reliant on traditional surgical methods, the city now boasts advanced robotic systems that enhance precision, reduce recovery times, and democratize access to world-class care. From public institutes pioneering affordable procedures to private hospitals attracting medical tourists, robotics is reshaping medicine here. This proliferation, accelerated post-2019, reflects India’s broader push toward technology-driven healthcare, with Lucknow at its forefront in northern India. Pioneering Institutions Leading the…

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Minimal Invasive Cardiac Surgery: A Promising Way to Treat Heart Disease

Arijit Bose

By – Dr. Vijayant DevenrajDirector & HOD, Department of Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery (CTVS), Max Super Speciality Hospital, Lucknow Lucknow: Heart disease treatment has entered a new era with Minimal Invasive Cardiac Surgery (MICS), a cutting-edge approach that is transforming patient care. Offering smaller incisions, quicker recovery, and less discomfort compared to traditional open-heart surgery, MICS has emerged as a boon for those requiring cardiac intervention. A Modern Alternative to Traditional Surgery Unlike conventional surgery that involves large chest incisions and longer recovery periods, MICS relies on small, precise cuts…

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KGMU Hosts 59th National Conference on Allergy, Asthma & Applied Immunology — Focus on Advancing Diagnosis, Treatment, and Awareness

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: “Breathing freely is everyone’s right. Recognize allergies, make life easier,” said Prof. (Dr.) Ved Prakash, emphasizing the need for awareness and timely management of allergic diseases during the 59th Annual National Conference of the Indian College of Allergy, Asthma and Applied Immunology (ICAAICON 2025), being proudly hosted by the Department of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, King George’s Medical University (KGMU), Lucknow. The four-day scientific event (October 30–November 2, 2025) has drawn over 800 delegates and more than 200 national and international experts, making it one of the most…

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SGPGI Marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month with Walkathon and Pink Ball Cricket League

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGI), Lucknow, celebrated Breast Cancer Awareness Month with a vibrant Walkathon and Pink Ball Cricket Mini League, reinforcing the message — “Timely screening saves lives.” Breast cancer remains the most common cancer among women globally, affecting nearly one in eight women at some stage in their lives. Experts emphasize that early detection leads to successful treatment and full recovery. To spread this message, SGPGI’s Breast Health Program and the Department of Endocrine and Breast Surgery organized a series of events throughout…

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World Osteoporosis Day 2025- Ayurveda Offers Holistic Pathways to Strengthen Bones and Prevent Fragility

Arijit Bose

Ayush Highlights Preventive and Integrative Approaches for Bone Health Delhi:  As the world observes World Osteoporosis Day 2025, the Ministry of Ayush emphasises the critical need for early preventive care and lifestyle interventions to address Osteoporosis—a silent yet major public health challenge affecting millions globally. This year’s observance aims to raise awareness about bone health and how Ayurveda offers sustainable, preventive, and restorative solutions for conditions like osteoporosis. Experts characterise Osteoporosis as a common bone condition that weakens the bones, making them fragile and more likely to break. It develops…

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Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai Pioneers Robotic Nipple-Sparing Mastectomy with Immediate Breast Reconstruction

Arijit Bose

Navi Mumbai: In a groundbreaking procedure, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai, successfully performed a robotic-assisted nipple-sparing mastectomy with immediate breast reconstruction on a 53-year-old breast cancer patient, marking a significant advancement in cancer treatment. Remarkably, the patient was discharged the very next day without any major complications. Dr. Neeta Nair, Lead Consultant in Breast-Robotic Surgery, explained that this innovative technique aims to completely remove the cancer while preserving the natural appearance of the breast. Using minimal incisions to extract the tumor, the procedure results in subtle scarring, faster recovery, and sustained…

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“Air Pollution Causes 2 Million Deaths Annually in India: Dr. Surya Kant”

Arijit Bose

Special Lecture and Hindi Workshop on “Air Pollution: A Major Challenge to Health” held at CSIR-CDRI, Lucknow Lucknow: A special lecture on “Air Pollution: A Major Challenge to Health” was organized at the CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute (CDRI) Auditorium, Lucknow. The keynote speaker for the event was Dr. Surya Kant, Professor & Head, Department of Respiratory Medicine, King George’s Medical University (KGMU), Lucknow; and National Core Committee Member, Doctors for Clean Air and Climate Action. Dr. Surya Kant highlighted that haemoglobin and oxygen are vital for human life, but inhaling…

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Medanta Clinic Inaugurated at Amrawati Sports City, Offering Services from OPD to Physiotherapy

Anil Jaiswal

  • Medanta Clinic opens at  Amrawati  Sports City, ensuring healthcare security for residents • Along with sports and lifestyle, healthcare now at your doorstep: Medanta Clinic launched at Amrawati   Sports City Lucknow, September 29, 2025, Residents of Amrawati  Sports City will now have access to advanced healthcare facilities within the premises. On Monday, Amrawati Sports City Management, in collaboration with Medanta, gifted its residents the Medanta Hospital Clinic, where patients will receive high-quality medical services at affordable rates. The clinic has been set up at Amrawati Sports City, Tower…

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A New Direction in Organic Management of Ashwagandha Cultivation: Prof. Amritesh Chandra Shukla

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Harshita Gaurav, a research scholar from the Department of Botany, University of Lucknow, successfully defended her Ph.D. thesis titled “Withania somnifera L. Dunal: Major Pests and Diseases and Their Biological Management under In-vitro and Pot Trial Conditions” under the supervision of Prof. Amritesh Chandra Shukla. In her research, Harshita identified the major pests and diseases affecting Ashwagandha and suggested effective measures for their biological management. Field surveys, particularly in the Raebareli region, revealed that pathogens were causing crop losses of up to 40–50%. External examiner Dr. Vinita Tripathi from…

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AbbVie Hosts National Conclave on World Retina Day to Spotlight Rising Burden of Diabetic Macular Edema

Arijit Bose

Sugar vs Sight: Addressing the Race to Prevent Diabetes-Related Blindness Leading Retina Specialists and Endocrinologists unite to emphasize the urgent need for early detection, wider access to treatment, and stronger policy support to address diabetes-related vision loss and improve retinal care in India Delhi: AbbVie, a global biopharmaceutical leader committed to developing innovative medicines and solutions, hosted the National Conclave on World Retina Day at the India Habitat Centre, Delhi, to spotlight Diabetic Macular Edema (DME), one of the leading causes of vision loss among people living with diabetes. According…

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