BOSTON, Jun 1: High-risk localized and locally advanced prostate cancer patients treated with apalutamide — a next generation neoadjuvant androgen-receptor pathway inhibitor (ARPI) — plus hormone therapy before and after prostate cancer surgery resulted in more major pathologic responses and reduced the risk of metastasis or death, meeting both primary…
Los Angeles June 01: A new medication could double survival time in patients with advanced pancreatic cancer, according to Phase III clinical trial results presented at the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) 2026 annual meeting and simultaneously published in The New England Journal of Medicine. Andrew Hendifar, MD, professor…
Chennai, June 01: Marking the occasion of World No Tobacco Day, VS Hospitals organised “Mirror Flex”, a unique awareness campaign at Forum Vijaya Mall to promote tobacco-free living, oral cancer screening, and lung health awareness. Held under the theme “Flex Your Smile, Fix Your Health”, the campaign encouraged members of the public to assess their oral health through simple self-check instructions using a mirror, while also participating in…
Todd Miller has always loved Wisconsin waters. He has fond memories of swimming in Lake Michigan, visiting his grandparents’ lake house and going on family fishing trips. It was those early experiences that drew him back to the Milwaukee area after earning his PhD and completing postdoctoral research on harmful…
Vijayawada, May 30: Strengthening its commitment to advanced orthopaedic care, Manipal Hospital Vijayawada inaugurated the state-of-the-art Stryker Mako Robotic System, a robotic-assisted technology designed to enhance precision in knee and hip replacement surgeries. The advanced robotic platform will empower the hospital’s orthopaedics team to perform highly accurate knee replacement partially and hip replacement procedures with improved surgical planning, enhanced implant positioning, and better patient outcomes. The Mako Smart Robotics technology combines surgeon expertise with advanced planning and robotic-arm assisted precision to support personalized joint replacement procedures. Reinforcing its strong…
Pune, May 29: Apollo Hospital, Pune, in association with Vishwanand Kendra, Cardiac Care & Counseling Center, and Freedom From Diabetes, organised a special wellness session led by Padma Shri Dr. H. R. Nagendra (Guruji), President of SVYASA and Advisor to the Government of India on Yoga, on Thursday, at Apollo Hospital. The session, themed “Integrating Yoga in Management of Lifestyle Diseases”, brought together healthcare professionals, wellness experts, yoga practitioners, students, and members of the community for an…
By:- Savannah Peat A deadly combination of fungal, parasitic and bacterial infections could push certain species of snakes toward extinction, according to new research from the University of Georgia. The study found that some pathogens are more prevalent across snake species than previously thought. Certain native snake species, such as…
By Farkas Ádám According to researchers at Semmelweis University, not only inflammation, but also sleep disorders, depression, obesity, and smoking may sustain persistent rheumatic symptoms. In their publications in the journals Nature Reviews Rheumatology and The Lancet Rheumatology, they also proposed a model that can help identify and treat the true causes of…
With temperatures continuing to soar across Delhi–NCR, hospitals are witnessing a significant rise in heat stroke and heat-related illnesses. An increasing number of patients are reporting symptoms such as dizziness, high fever, dehydration, vomiting, fainting, and extreme weakness. Elderly individuals, children, outdoor workers, and people suffering from chronic illnesses are among the most affected groups. Doctors say prolonged…
By Dr. Narendra BS Lead Consultant – Endocrinology & Diabetology, Aster Whitefield Hospital GLP-1 drugs are revolutionary, but require nutritional monitoring and strength training to remain safe and effective, per a doctor. While these drugs are being hailed as ‘miracle’ shots for weight loss, they come with a complex set of…