Health

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], December 24: A condition often dismissed as routine digestive discomfort nearly turned fatal for a 65-year-old man, highlighting the hidden dangers of long-standing constipation among India’s ageing population. Mr. Guru Prasad, a resident of Bengaluru, had been living with chronic constipation and abdominal bloating for several years. When he suddenly developed severe abdominal pain and distension, he was rushed to Medicover Hospital, Whitefield, where specialists diagnosed him with sigmoid volvulus—a medical emergency in which the large intestine twists on itself, cutting off blood supply and risking bowel gangrene. Sigmoid volvulus accounts for 5–8% of intestinal obstructions in India, with higher incidence among elderly men, patients with chronic constipat...

Karnataka [India], December 23: Adhvaitha Conscious Society (ACS), a learning and community based organisation rooted in ancient Vedantic wisdom, has marked one year of its digital expansion through the “Adhvaitha” App. Introduced as a supporting platform for its structured programs and conscious community, the digital initiative has seen participation from over 1,000 seekers across the globe over the past year. As stress, burnout, anxiety, mental health concerns, and lack of direction continue to rise among working professionals and entrepreneurs worldwide, there is growing recognition that motivation-driven self-help and productivity-focused personal development models often offer limited relief. While such approaches may improve short-term performance, many individuals report that they ...

Indore (Madhya Pradesh) [India], December 23: India’s renowned modern Alternative Medicine expert and internationally acclaimed medical professional, Dr. Arpit Chopra Jain, was honoured with the prestigious “UN Global Excellence Award 2025” by the United Nations Global Peace Council (UNGPC) at a grand ceremony held at the prestigious Oxford University, United Kingdom. On this historic occasion, Dr. Arpit Chopra Jain was invited as a Guest Speaker. From the stage of Oxford University, he not only delivered a powerful address but also introduced the world to India’s modern Alternative Medicine system and the distinctive treatment methodology of his “Aarogya Super Speciality Modern Clinic.” In his inspiring speech, Dr. Jain expressed that health should not be viewed merely as the absence of d...

New Delhi [India], December 22: Shalya – XcelLance Medical Technologies Pvt. Ltd. has been recognised as the Silver Winner in Large Scale Enterprise at the CII MedTech Quality Excellence Awards 2025, powered by the Andhra Pradesh MedTech Zone (AMTZ) – a milestone that signals the company’s transition into India’s large-scale MedTech league. Founded as a homegrown Indian MedTech company, Shalya’s journey began with modest resources and a strong belief that India could build high-quality, reliable medical technologies for surgeons across the world. Over time, this belief translated into disciplined manufacturing practices, in-house research and development, and a relentless focus on quality and safety. Receiving this recognition at a stage where the company believes it has just entered the b...

Pune (Maharashtra) [India], December 20: Dr. Gautam Das, one of India’s pioneering pain physicians and founder of Daradia: The Pain Clinic, Kolkata, was conferred the Dr. M. J. Joshi – IMA Bhushan Award by Indian Medical Association (IMA), Pune, during MULTICON 2025 held on 7 December. The prestigious oration and award were instituted in 2014 by Dr. Madhuri Lokapur and her family in memory of her father, Dr. M. J. Joshi, a gifted surgeon, revered teacher, and noted philanthropist. The award honours medical professionals who have made sustained and meaningful contributions to clinical excellence, education, and service to society. Dr. Das delivered the Dr. M. J. Joshi Oration at MULTICON 2025, highlighting the evolution of pain medicine in India, the growing importance of evidence-based int...

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 17: India’s mental health crisis is taking a turn for the worse, suggests Mumbai-based eminent psychotherapist Namrata Jain. Along with her team, Namrata has observed growing instances of self-harm across age groups and genders, which she ascribes to unmet mental health needs.Namrata’s observations note increasing instances of self-harm across age groups and genders She suggests triggers and how self-harm manifests across age groups, pointing to an urgent and immediate need for informed interventions and timely action She notes that most alarmingly, this epidemic is going largely unnoticed and the multi-factorial causes indicate a crying need for concerted effortsTeens are among the most vulnerable to self-harm and the ways in which it manifests i...

Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], December 11: A widely circulated social media reel featuring Dr. Aayushi Choudhary has drawn public attention to Purple Heron Hospital, Jaipur, and its work in minimum-intervention, regenerative and restorative healthcare. The video, which has gained significant traction across platforms, has led to increased visibility for the hospital’s clinical approach and treatment model. Purple Heron Hospital operates on a structured 4R framework of Regeneration, Reconstruction, Rehabilitation and Research, designed to integrate interventional spine and joint procedures with rehabilitation-led recovery pathways. The hospital provides services across pain medicine, musculoskeletal interventions, regenerative orthobiologics and neuro-rehabilitation, including management prot...

FITTR proudly announces the successful completion and results of its flagship Transformation Challenge, Back2Basics 2025 Pune (Maharashtra) [India], December 9: FITTR proudly announces the successful completion and results of its flagship Transformation Challenge, #Back2Basics 2025, a focused 16-week journey committed to helping participants rediscover their best selves through discipline, consistency, and holistic wellness. This was one of its kind TC where blood markers were also evaluated, allowing participants to monitor their real health vitals alongside physical progress. The challenge, spanning from the registration period starting 20th June to the final week ending on 19th October 2025, invited individuals to reset, rebuild, and rise, either guided by a coach or boldly going solo. ...

Nagpur (Maharashtra) [India], December 9: In an era where lifestyle changes are rewriting the rules of family planning, Dr. Shweta Agarwal’s Aansh IVF in Chandrapur has established itself as a preferred destination for couples seeking advanced fertility solutions in Central India. For decades, access to advanced infertility treatment was largely confined to metropolitan cities. However, the narrative is shifting. With rising stress levels and lifestyle changes, infertility has become a pressing concern in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities. For couples in Chandrapur, Gadchiroli, Wardha, Yavatmal, Adilabad, Kagaznagar, Sirpur, Asifabad, and surrounding regions, a diagnosis often meant expensive travel to metros like Nagpur or Hyderabad. This frequently resulted in weeks off work, navigating unfamilia...

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], December 8: HCG Aastha Cancer Centre, the state’s largest private comprehensive cancer care facility, organised “The Healing Plate: Nutrition & Fitness in Cancer Recovery”, an interactive programme to provide breast cancer survivors with practical, evidence-based guidance for recovery and long-term well-being. The initiative was designed to help patients understand how appropriate nutrition and structured physical activity can aid healing, improve energy levels, and support overall health following cancer treatment. Participants received insights into adopting realistic, sustainable habits to navigate life during and after therapy. The session featured insights from Shimpli Patil, Head Nutritionist at Luke Coutinho Holistic Healing Systems, who spoke on sus...