Health and Wellness
Menstrual Hygiene Day | We must normalise menstruation, not hide it: AIIMS gynaecologist
On World Menstrual Hygiene Day, Dr Neena Malhotra speaks to Patriot about the hidden cost of silence, poor hygiene, and untreated menstrual disorders across age groups
India’s first robot-assisted heart, breast surgery performed in Delhi
Rare 11-hour dual surgery successfully treats life-threatening heart and cancer conditions
Aahwahan Foundation launches initiative to combat cervical cancer
According to the 2021 study by India Human Papillomavirus (HPV) and Related Cancers, India records over 1.23 lakh cervical cancer cases and nearly 77,000 related deaths each year.
World Hypertension Day | Lifestyle choices key to preventing high BP: experts
While genetics can play a role, experts stress that lifestyle choices—particularly alcohol consumption, diet, exercise, stress management, and sleep—are key determinants in managing blood pressure
Smoking and high BP are closely linked; let’s find out why
On World Hypertension Day, doctors explain the underlying links between smoking and hypertension
International Nurses Day: Celebrating unsung heroes
Behind every recovery is a steady, skilled, and often overlooked nurse. As India marks International Nurses Day on May 12, voices from the frontline call for greater recognition and respect
World Asthma Day: India’s asthma crisis deepens despite treatability
With nearly half the world’s asthma-related deaths, India faces a dire public health emergency. Experts emphasise the need for early diagnosis, spreading awareness, and access to inhalers
After life: Organs of 21-year-old brain-dead Delhi woman saves 5 lives
The 21-year-old’s family decided to donate her organs, which helped saved the lives of patients in Delhi, Mumbai
