All you need to know about depression
Verified by Dr. Rituparna Ghosh, Consultant Clinical Psychology, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai What is Depression? Depression is not a Choice. It is a mood disorder that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest. It affects negatively how you think, feel and behave and inhibits your social and day to day life functions.
Eating smart and maintaining nutrition during the festive season
Verified by Ms. Varsha Gorey, Clinical Nutritionist, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai The festive season is a time for celebration and feasting, but it can also be a time for overindulging and unhealthy eating. Here are some tips on how to eat smart and maintain your nutrition during the festive season: Here are some additional tips:
Laparoscopic Hernia Repair: A minimally invasive procedure
A hernia is a bulge that occurs when an organ or tissue pushes through a weak spot in the muscle or tissue that holds it in place. Hernias can occur in any part of the body, but they are most common in the abdomen. What happens during a laparoscopic hernia repair? Laparoscopic hernia repair or
What type of condition would require surgery of the skull base?
Verified by Dr. Sunil Kutty, Consultant Neurosurgery, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai Skull base surgery is a complex and specialized type of neurosurgery that is used to treat a variety of conditions that affect the base of the skull. The skull base is the area where the brain meets the spine, and it is home to
What is brain mapping?
Verified by Dr. Abhidha Shah, Consultant Neurosurgery, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai “Everything we do, every thought we’ve ever had, is produced by the human brain. But exactly how does our brain operate remains one of the biggest unsolved mysteries, and it seems the more we probe its secrets, the more surprises we find.”-Neil deGrasse Tyson.
How does a Stent Positioning Assistance System help in angioplasties?
Stent Positioning Assistance System (SPAS) is an innovative device that allows for precise placement of coronary artery stents in difficult percutaneous coronary interventions (PCI). How does SPAS work? Percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty (PTCA) is a minimally invasive procedure used to treat blockages in the coronary arteries. During PTCA, a catheter is inserted into the artery
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit: A lifeline for premature and sick babies
Verified by Dr. Vijay Yewale, Senior Consultant & Head Apollo Children’s, Navi Mumbai & Dr. Ashok Gawdi, Senior Consultant Pediatrics, Apollo Children’s (Neonatology), Navi Mumbai The neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) is a special unit in a hospital that provides round-the-clock care to premature and sick babies. It is staffed by a team of doctors
10 tips to lead a healthy life after living organ donation
Living organ donation is a generous and life-saving act. However, it is important for donors to take steps to stay healthy after their donation. Here are 10 important tips for leading a healthy life after living organ donation: Leading a healthy life after living organ donation is possible. By following these tips, you can enjoy
Brachytherapy: A Targeted Approach to Treating Cancer
Verified by Dr. Sandeep De, Consultant Radiation Oncology, Apollo Cancer Centres, Navi Mumbai. Brachytherapy is an advanced and specialized form of cancer treatment that delivers radiation therapy directly to the tumor site, offering a precise and effective way to fight cancer. Unlike traditional radiation therapy, which emits radiation from outside the body, brachytherapy involves placing
Battling conjunctivitis during monsoon: Tips for prevention and care
Verified by Dr. Abhishek Hoshing, Consultant, Ophthalmology, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai Monsoons bring relief from the scorching heat, but they also bring along their own set of health challenges. One common ailment that tends to surface during this season is conjunctivitis, commonly known as “pink eye.” Conjunctivitis is an inflammation of the thin, transparent layer