Dr Janakirama SJ Cancer remains a major global health challenge, but World Cancer Day serves as a reminder that many cancers can be prevented, detected early, and successfully treated. Among these, gastrointestinal (GI) cancers account for a significant proportion of cancer-related illness and death in India. Increasing awareness and timely medical care can dramatically change […]Read More
Health – Wellness, Fitness & Balanced Living
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Dr Manjunath Malige India, once battling the challenge of undernutrition, now faces the additional burden of increasing obesity, creating chaos. Are we aware whether we are obese or not? Obesity has become one of the most pressing public health challenges of today’s generation, affecting millions. According to global health research, obesity is linked to over […]Read More
Team L&M The Union Budget aims at positioning India as a global hub for Medical Value Tourism (MVT) and strengthening the AYUSH ecosystem with a focus on quality, research, employment generation and global outreach. Welcoming the move, Shaaz Mehmood, Founder, Medijourn Solutions Private Limited, says, “I commend Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on the Union Budget […]Read More
Dr Ajay Yadav With the busy lifestyle we live, we usually ignore the minor changes that are happening in our bodies. Sometimes, these modifications might seem to be of no concern at all; nonetheless, they might eventually develop into a health issue that is not just serious but also the first symptom of cancer. Cancer […]Read More
Dr. Anil Gulati As winter temperatures fall, healthcare professionals report a significant increase in stroke cases. This seasonal surge is not coincidental; instead, it results from a complex interaction of physiological responses, environmental stressors, and lifestyle changes that collectively elevate stroke risk during colder months. Vasoconstriction and Elevated Blood Pressure Exposure to cold triggers vasoconstriction, […]Read More
Team L&M Doctors report a noticeable increase in patients seeking treatment for heart-related complaints, liver stress and metabolic disorders in the week following year-end celebrations. With major festivals such as Sankranti and Pongal, followed closely by the Republic Day long weekend, medical experts caution that prolonged and back-to-back festivities can have a cumulative impact on […]Read More
Dr Sabia Mangat India is witnessing a striking paradox: even as medical technology advances, more young couples are struggling to conceive. Fertility specialists across the country report a steady rise in infertility cases often in couples in their late 20s and early 30s. Medical conditions such as PCOS, endometriosis, low ovarian reserve, and poor sperm […]Read More
Team L&M The Indian Psychiatric Society (IPS) expresses deep concern over the persistently high mental health treatment gap in India. Nearly 80–85 per cent of individuals suffering from psychiatric disorders do not receive timely or appropriate care, it says. The stark reality is largely accurate and supported by national and global evidence. Mental health experts […]Read More
Dr Lakshmi Kumari A Fertility is not just about the ability to conceive-it is the result of a delicate balance between hormones, reproductive organs, and overall health. While age, genetics, and lifestyle are well-recognised factors, there is another silent contributor that often escapes attention: environmental toxins. In the modern age, women and men are continuously […]Read More
Team L&M Pregnancy is often described as a natural milestone in a woman’s life, but medically, it is one of the most demanding physiological phases the body undergoes, especially the heart. Doctors frequently describe pregnancy as a “physiological stress test” because of the dramatic cardiovascular changes it triggers over just nine months. During pregnancy, a […]Read More