Team L&M As India prepares to celebrate the 10th anniversary of International Day of Yoga (IDY) on June 21, a silent yet profound transformation is taking root across the country. Two signature events of International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2025 — Samyoga and Yoga Unplugged — are reshaping how yoga is practised and perceived, not […]Read More
Anusree Singapur A triple chromosome 21 causes the genetic disorder known as Down syndrome. With several health ramifications, this additional genetic material influences both cognitive and physical development. Couples with a history of genetic conditions or fertility challenges may face increased risks. However, Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) can be a boon in supporting them on […]Read More
Team L&M As geopolitical tensions between India and Pakistan escalate, the psychological fallout is becoming increasingly visible, according to Dr. Sonal Anand, psychiatrist at Wockhardt Hospital, Mira Road. Beyond headlines of troop movements and diplomatic strain, a silent mental health crisis is taking root among citizens. Periods of uncertainty and threat trigger the body’s stress response […]Read More
Team L&M Every year on 12th May, International Nurses Day is celebrated across the world to honour and appreciate the vital role nurses play in healthcare. Just like doctors, nurses are equally important in treating patients. From giving medicines on time to taking care of patients day and night, nurses play a key role in […]Read More
Team L&M Addressing the long-standing gap in women’s preventive healthcare in India, Redcliffe Labs has launched Femcliffe, the country’s first diagnostic platform built exclusively for women. Introduced as part of Redcliffe’s ‘She the Women’ campaign for Mother’s Day, the initiative serves as a timely call to prioritise women’s health. Femcliffe provides comprehensive diagnostic support across […]Read More
Team L&M As India joins the global community in observing World Thalassaemia Day (May 8), the spotlight is once again on a staggering healthcare challenge: the country is known as the “thalassaemia capital” of the world. With over 100,000 children currently living with thalassaemia major, an inherited blood disorder marked by reduced haemoglobin levels, and […]Read More
Dr Moumita Bag Perimenopause, also known as “Menopausal transition”—is the transitional phase before menopause. Menopause typically occurs in a woman between 45 and 52 years of age. Menopause is defined as the cessation of menstruation for consecutive 12 months. Some women can experience menopause early (though rare), ≤40 years, known as Premature Menopause. The period […]Read More
Team L&M Rohit (name changed), a 39-year-old professional in the automotive industry, never imagined that a routine company health checkup could change his life. As a tee-totaller who stays active and has no family history of any lifestyle diseases, he always considered himself healthy. Checkups had been regular before, and this one appeared to be […]Read More
Dr Sanggita Checker World Asthma Day, a major global health event, is being observed Today, May 6, 2025. Held annually on the first Tuesday of May, the day aims to raise awareness about the disease, improve care, and reduce the global health burden of this chronic respiratory disease. This year’s theme, Asthma Education […]Read More
Dr Srinivas Jakka Asthma, a chronic respiratory condition marked by airway inflammation and constriction, is increasingly prevalent in India. As of 2024, approximately 34.3 million Indians are affected, representing about 13 per cent of the global asthma burden. Alarmingly, India accounts for 46 per cent of global asthma-related deaths, highlighting significant challenges in disease management […]Read More