Team L&M Disposable gloves have become a visible symbol of hygiene in India’s post-pandemic world. Their use has expanded far beyond hospitals and diagnostic laboratories to food processing units, salons, hospitality establishments and even street-level retail outlets. However, this growing use has also led to a troubling misconception. In many workplaces, single-use gloves are mistakenly […]Read More
Health – Wellness, Fitness & Balanced Living
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Team L&M Every year on World Kidney Day, observed on March 12, health experts across the world raise awareness about kidney health and the prevention of kidney disease. The theme for World Kidney Day 2026 is “Kidney Health for All: Caring for People, Protecting the Planet” It highlights the importance of patient-centred kidney care with […]Read More
Dr. Vasundara Cheepurupalli Women are often described as the backbone of families and communities. However, their strength is deeply rooted in one essential factor — good health. When women prioritise their health, they strengthen not only themselves but also the families and societies they nurture. As we celebrate International Women’s Day, it is important to […]Read More
Team L&M Marking World Obesity Day today, Rainbow Children’s Hospital launched the Weight Well Clinic. This is a comprehensive childhood obesity and weight management centre at its Marathahalli unit. The World Obesity Day (March 5) highlights the urgent need for preventive healthcare, early diagnosis, and lifestyle intervention. In India, rapid urbanisation, sedentary lifestyles, increased screen […]Read More
Adyasha Priyadarshini & Harshita Umesh For years, many young people in India have grown up learning that questions about their bodies are better left unasked. Topics like menstrual health, types of contraception, or gender-affirming care are often barely touched upon in textbooks—and even then, quickly skipped. As a result, adolescents and young adults frequently turn […]Read More
Dr Simon Thomas The everyday Indian dietary pattern centred around tea (inhibits calcium absorption), roti, and dal is increasingly contributing to declining bone health in Indiaa and early joint problems across age groups. We are witnessing a growing number of patients in their 30s and 40s reporting knee pain, backache, and stiffness, conditions previously more […]Read More
Team L&M When a newborn struggles to feed, breathes rapidly, or develops a bluish tinge around the lips, parents may assume it is part of normal adjustment after birth. But in some cases, these subtle signs can signal a congenital heart defect, the most common birth defect in India. Doctors highlight that nearly eight out […]Read More
Dr R Shanthipriya Congenital Heart Disease one of the most common birth defects. Congenital Heart Defects (CHDs) affect approximately 8 to 10 out of every 1,000 live births worldwide. In India alone, nearly 2.4 lakh children are born each year with congenital heart defects. Medical studies indicate that in nearly 85% of cases, the exact […]Read More
Team L&M Epilepsy is a brain disorder in which a person gets repeated seizures. According to estimates, more than 15 million people are living with epilepsy in India. Even though the number is very high, many people do not go to a doctor on time. Fear, social stigma, and wrong beliefs are the main reasons, […]Read More
Dr Ram Patil Vaccination is widely recognised as one of the greatest public health achievements, traditionally associated with protection against childhood diseases such as polio and measles. However, an often-overlooked fact is that certain vaccines also play a crucial role in preventing cancers. For Indian families, understanding this connection is essential in reducing future cancer […]Read More