Team L&M Are Your Kidneys OK? is the theme of World Kidney Day 2025, a global initiative aimed at raising awareness about kidney health and the importance of early detection and prevention. Kidneys play a vital role in filtering waste, regulating blood pressure, and maintaining fluid balance. However, kidney disease often develops silently, with no […]Read More
Team L&M With kidney disease affecting close to one-fifth of India’s population, late diagnosis and limited access to treatment are turning it into a silent epidemic. Experts stress the need for early screening and better awareness. As the morning sun streamed through the window of a dialysis ward in a Delhi hospital, patients shifted uncomfortably […]Read More
Dr Astha Dayal We frequently encounter patients with urinary tract infections (UTIs) and yeast infections, two very common problems, which can be uncomfortable, recurrent and frustrating. Women most often do not understand the difference between the two, but with proper understanding, care and treatment, they can be managed successfully. Urinary Tract Infection or UTI occurs […]Read More
Team L&M In an effort to improve access to cardiac care, Heartnet India, an IoT-based initiative focused on enhancing cardiac healthcare, launched – Hridaya, a Women’s Cardiac Health initiative on International Women’s Day (March 8) in Moyna, Purba Medinipur, West Bengal. This initiative aligns with Heartnet India’s commitment to reaching underserved communities and addressing the […]Read More
Dr Zareena A Khalid Times are changing. Women marrying as early as their 20s is no longer the norm. They are steadfast, work, earn, and achieve. Bearing children can stay on the back burner, but it’s crucial to understand the basic reproductive issues they may face. For women planning a pregnancy later in life, knowledge […]Read More
Mumbai, Delhi, and Kolkata Survey Highlights High Levels of Academic Stress, Corporate Burnout Team L&M Women’s mental health is in crisis. Globally, women are nearly twice as likely as men to suffer from anxiety and depression. In India, they account for 36.6 per cent of all suicides, with young women aged 18-39 most vulnerable (National […]Read More
Team L&M Diagnostic healthcare service provider, Redcliffe Labs, has identified a significant rise in lifestyle disorders among women. The new study reveals a concerning disparity in health risks between men and women, particularly in conditions such as thyroid disorders and anemia. One in five women is at risk of thyroid disorders, which can lead to […]Read More
Team L&M In a stark warning during his 119th Mann Ki Baat address last month, Prime Minister Narendra Modi spotlighted India’s deepening obesity crisis, revealing that cases have doubled in just a few years, with children emerging as the most vulnerable group. His radio programme stressed upon not just the rise in numbers, but how […]Read More
Amol R Deshmukh India witnessed a sharp 12.5 per cent rise in heart attack cases in 2022, with cardiovascular diseases now accounting for 27% of all deaths, as per National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB). This alarming trend highlights the growing burden of heart disease, which has quietly escalated into a major health crisis. For those […]Read More
Team L&M Manipal Hospital Kharadi has launched its state-of-the-art Gait & Posture Clinic, a dedicated facility designed to help individuals improve their mobility, balance, and overall musculoskeletal health. This specialty clinic aims to provide thorough evaluation and treatment for movement-related conditions, such as walking issues and postural abnormalities. Dr. Mokshi Koul, Consultant-Physiotherapy, Manipal Hospital Kharadi […]Read More