Author: Sharad Natani
In a landmark step for women’s healthcare, Apollo Hospitals has unveiled Apollo Athenaa, Asia’s first dedicated cancer centre for women. Located in Defence Colony, New Delhi, the centre was inaugurated by Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, alongside Dr. Prathap C Reddy, Founder-Chairman of Apollo Hospitals Group, and Preetha Reddy, Executive Vice Chairperson of Apollo Hospitals Enterprise Ltd (AHEL). Transforming Cancer Care for Women Designed as more than a hospital, Apollo Athenaa is a movement towards revolutionising cancer care. With the alarming rise of breast and cervical cancers—constituting nearly 54% of cancers among Indian women—this centre offers targeted, compassionate, and comprehensive…
In a pathbreaking move for public healthcare in India, Kerala has provided a life-saving treatment worth Rs 22 lakh annually — free of charge — to a 32-year-old woman from Thrissur suffering from haemophilia, a condition rarely diagnosed in women. This initiative marks the first time in India that such costly preventive therapy has been extended to an adult woman with the disorder. A Landmark in Public Health Health Minister Veena George announced that Kerala has become the first state in the country to introduce Emicizumab therapy, a cutting-edge preventive treatment for haemophilia patients. Previously available only to children under…
In a moment of national pride at the India International Centre, Madhya Pradesh’s Project Cheetah was honoured with the Eco Warrior Awards 2025 for its extraordinary conservation success. At the heart of this achievement stands IFS Uttam Kumar Sharma, Field Director of Kuno National Park, whose leadership has scripted a new chapter in India’s wildlife history. A Species Returns After 70 Years Declared extinct in 1952, the cheetah was once India’s swiftest predator and a cultural icon. Under the vision of the Hon’ble Prime Minister and the relentless efforts of Sharma and his team, eight cheetahs arrived from Namibia in…
In a fast-paced world, many of us have the habit of relaxing right after eating. But medical professionals are now raising alarms: resting or sitting down immediately after a meal may be more dangerous than many assume. Recent health reports suggest this common habit could significantly raise the risk of heart attacks and other cardiovascular troubles. What the Research Finds Higher Heart Risks: Studies show that extended sitting after eating can strain the heart, impacting circulation and digestion, which may contribute to cardiovascular complications. Blood Sugar Spikes: Inactivity post-meal interferes with how the body processes sugar, possibly leading to higher…
Thousands of bright international students who earned scholarships and coveted admission offers from US universities are finding their American dreams slipping away. Despite having visas in hand, many are blocked from entering the United States due to President Trump’s travel ban, leaving their futures hanging in limbo. Travel Ban Hits Students From 19 Countries The restrictions, covering 12 countries fully and seven partially, have shut doors for students from Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and the Caribbean. According to the US State Department, over 5,700 student visas (F-1 and J-1) were issued to citizens of the affected nations last year,…
Telangana has emerged as India’s leader in organ donation, setting a new benchmark with an average of 4.88 donations per million population (pmp) — the highest in the country. This milestone highlights the state’s robust health infrastructure, effective awareness campaigns, and the commendable efforts of the Telangana State Organ Donation and Transplantation Organisation (TSODTO). A Model for the Nation According to official data, Telangana’s organ donation rate surpasses the national average by a significant margin. Health experts attribute this success to: ●Active government initiatives. ●Efficient coordination between hospitals. ●Swift organ allocation processes. ●Widespread public awareness drives encouraging families to pledge…