Team L&M To empower individuals in managing stress, anxiety, panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and eating disorders, health insurance provider, Star Health Insurance has launched of its Mind Health Program, becoming first insurer to offer such a unique support. The programme offers a structured and comprehensive approach to mental well-being. The insurance company has collaborated […]Read More
Team L&M With mental health conversations gaining traction, ITC’s Feel Good With Fiama Mental Wellbeing Survey 2024 marks its 4th year by exploring the perceptions and realities of mental health in India. Commissioned with NielsenIQ, the survey unveils the awareness, attitude and behavioural landscape for mental wellbeing in India. It reflects progressiveness in acknowledging the need […]Read More
Team L&M Every school day, 3.4 million Indian children go to class with uncorrected vision. Children with refractive errors – such as short or long-sightedness or astigmatism – are unable to see blackboards and books, learning much less than their peers. To mark World Sight Day 2024 (October 10) , new research titled, Learning and […]Read More
Dr Hari Gopinath Vector-borne diseases (VBDs) pose a significant public health challenge in India, with millions affected annually. The primary vectors include mosquitoes, ticks, and sandflies, transmitting diseases such as malaria, dengue, chikungunya, and leishmaniosis (Kala Azar or Black Disease). Recent data from 2024 highlights the increasing incidence of these diseases, emphasising the need for effective […]Read More
Dr Pravin Patil In today’s world, many of us spend long hours working at a desk, staring at screens. This can take a toll on our eyes, leading to problems like eye strain, dryness, and blurred vision. But don’t worry! With a few simple changes, you can protect your eyes while still doing your job. […]Read More
Team L&M ICICI Lombard General Insurance, India’s leading private general insurer, today unveiled the 7th edition of its India Wellness Index 2024, offering a comprehensive snapshot of the nation’s health and well-being. This latest study reveals a concerning trend where, despite 89 per cent claiming awareness of heart disease symptoms, only 25 per cent Indians […]Read More
Team L&M A new study on heart health among Indians highlights that almost half of the individuals tested showed abnormal heart health indicators. The study, conducted by Redcliffe Labs, over the past six months on over 2.4 lakh patients across India, comprising 40 per cent women and 60 per cent men who were evaluated on […]Read More
Team L& In celebration of World Heart Day 2024, Medanta Hospitals, among the world’s leading cardiac care centres, has unveiled an interactive installation—The Heart Journal. This life-sized book-shaped exhibit aims to demystify heart health and raise awareness about cardiovascular diseases. The Heart Journal opens to reveal two distinct pages: the left side detailing various heart […]Read More
Team L&M BM Birla Heart Hospital (BMB), part of CK Birla Hospitals, has launched a first of its kind report on India’s cardiac health – ‘Every Beat Counts’. This report not only sheds light on the cardiac health crisis but also offers valuable insights and actionable strategies to address the growing prevalence of cardiovascular diseases […]Read More
Team L&M As the World Heart Day (September 29) approaches, International SOS has urged organisations worldwide to implement proactive measures to protect their workforce from cardiovascular disease (CVD). According to the World Health Organisation, CVDs remain the leading cause of mortality and disability worldwide, accounting for 17.9 million fatalities annually, mainly attributable to heart attacks […]Read More