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By Dr. Dinesh Raj,DM Cardiology, MD Medicine,Sr. Consultant Cardiologist,HCG Hospitals, Rajkot Chest discomfort is among the most commonly reported symptoms in emergency departments worldwide, yet it remains one of the most misunderstood problem. For many, the sensation is attributed to acidity, gas, anxiety, or fatigue—common occurrences in a fast-paced, sleep-deprived, and often sedentary lifestyle. However, […]

By Dr. OMMI RAGHAVENDRA HARSHA, CONSULTANT – SURGICAL ONCOLOGIST.HCG Cancer Center – Vijayawada In India, cancers of the head and neck—including those affecting the oral cavity, voice box, throat, nasal passages, and salivary glands—represent a major health challenge, even if they receive less attention than other cancers. Oral cancer accounts for a significant share of

Chennai, 1 August 2025: Ahead of Varicose Veins Awareness Month, Rela Hospital has initiated a Free Varicose Vein Clinic on Sunday, 3 August 2025, at the Chennai campus. The initiative aims to raise awareness and encourage early intervention for a frequently misunderstood condition that affects nearly 25% of India’s population. The clinic is open to

Siddipet, 1st August 2025:  CION Cancer Clinics, India’s fastest-growing distributed cancer care network, has launched Siddipet’s first Super Specialty Cancer Centre, delivering advanced cancer treatment protocols locally to patients who would otherwise travel long distances to Hyderabad. Backed by a team of 15+ oncologists across medical, surgical, and radiation oncology, CION’s Siddipet center offers a

Dr. Neeraj Shah, Chief Medical Officer, Consultant Cataract, Cornea and Refractive Services, Sankara Eye Hospital, Jaipur. From smudged eyeliner to out-of-date mascara, beauty habits are more related to eye health than most people know. And when something goes awry, the outcome can be anything from mild irritation to dangerous infections threatening your vision. One of

Bhavnagar, 31 July 2025: In a significant step toward advancing cardiac surgery education in regional India, HCG Hospitals Bhavnagar hosted the city’s first-ever National Workshop on Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery (MICS). The event brought together cardiac specialists from across India for an intensive, hands-on learning experience that blended live surgical demonstrations with expert-led sessions. The

Chennai, 30 July 2025: SRM Global Hospitals successfully performed a high-risk ABO-incompatible kidney transplant, a procedure involving a donor and recipient with different blood types, on a 28-year-old former IT professional who had been on dialysis for over three years after his kidneys failed due to an autoimmune condition. To minimise the risk of rejection

Bengaluru, July 30, 2025: Reinforcing its commitment to preventive oncology for women, Apollo Cancer Centres (ACCs) today launched End-O Check, a comprehensive early detection program targeting women aged 45 and above. The initiative is designed to detect two of the most prevalent gynaecologic cancers—endometrial and ovarian—at an early and more treatable stage. Ovarian cancer, often

By Dr. Nandish kumar jeevangi, Senior Consultant – Medical Oncology, HCG Cancer Centre Kalburgi In the world of cancer treatment, timing can make all the difference. When the illness is found early, care tends to work better, chances of survival improves, and recovery is often less painful—both physically and mentally. Still, in India, many people are diagnosed late. Why does this happen so often? In many cases, the early signs

Periods are a natural part of life for most women, but for some, the journey begins much later or not at all. Primary Amenorrhea is the absence of periods even after 15 years of age. It is a source of confusion, concern, and social stigma. Due to a lack of awareness, patients with this condition