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14 Jul

India’s First Dual-Bay Robotic-Assisted Surgery Training Centre Inaugurated in Ghaziabad

Kumar AnshumanHealth

Mumbai: Union Minister Harsh Malhotra inaugurated the country’s first dual-bay robotic-assisted surgery (RAS) training centre at Yashoda Medicity in Indirapuram, Ghaziabad on Monday. The initiative is a joint effort between Yashoda Medicity and Intuitive, a global company specializing in minimally invasive and robotic-assisted surgical technologies. The new training facility is designed to train healthcare professionals in robotic-assisted procedures across a range of surgical specialities, including urology, gynaecology, and general surgery. According to officials, the dual-bay setup allows simultaneous training sessions or collaborative learning, which is expected to increase capacity and efficiency in skills development. Speaking at the launch, Malhotra emphasized…

10 Jul

The Growing Crisis of Online Gaming Addiction

Sangeet SaritaColumn, Health, Technology, Wellness

What starts as harmless entertainment can sometimes spiral into something far more consuming. What harm could there be in playing a few online games to unwind? This is the primary thought with which one of my close friends started playing online games. But slowly, almost without noticing, a few online games turned into hours of game play, days blurred, the outside world faded, screen time ballooned to several hours a day, friendships slipped away, work suffered. The breaking point came only when mental health had started dwindling; hypertension cripped in; and normal behavior has been replaced by irritability and silence. revealing just…

01 Jul

Fernandez Hospital Honors Doctors on the occasion of Doctors’ Day 2025

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Hyderabad : On the occasion of Doctors’ Day, Dr Evita Fernandez, Chairperson and Managing Director of Fernandez Foundation honoured all the doctors fraternity reflecting on the quiet battles doctors fight each day — even as they bring life into the world and joy into families. Speaking about the occasion Dr Evita said, "For many of us, doctors are superhumans, magicians, healers. For some, they are scapegoats, guardians, and mere strangers. Yes, they heal hearts, mend bodies, and bring life into this world. But behind those masks and white coats stands a human who feels, who experiences fears, loses, and wins. Their hearts ache when their…

30 Jun

10% of Urban Professionals in the 31–40 Age Group at Moderate to High Cardiac Risk, Reveals MediBuddy Study

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Mumbai : MediBuddy, India’s largest digital healthcare company, has released new data revealing that approximately 8.1% of urban corporate employees show elevated cardiac risk, with the 31–40 age group being the most vulnerable. The findings are based on cardiac risk stratification and diagnostic reports collected from 11,779 individuals – 9,404 males and 2,370 females – between April 2024 and March 2025. 91.9% of urban corporate employees were found to be at low cardiac risk, while only 2.82% fell under the moderate risk category. In contrast, a recent ICMR-led national study reported that out of the 4,500 adults tested, just 84.9%…

30 Jun

Dr. Hari Prasad N Joins Manipal Hospital Vijayawada as Consultant Urologist and Renal Transplant Surgeon

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Vijayawada, June XXX, 2025 – Manipal Hospital Vijayawada has announced the appointment of Dr. Hari Prasad N as Consultant Urology and Renal Transplant Surgeon. With a solid foundation in surgical excellence and academic achievement, Dr. Hari Prasad brings extensive expertise to his new role, offering advanced urological care to patients across Vijayawada. This strategic addition strengthens the hospital’s capabilities in handling complex renal and urological disorders with a focus on minimally invasive treatment approaches. Dr. Hari Prasad began his medical journey with an MBBS and went on to pursue an MS in General Surgery, earning the prestigious Chennabassavappa Memorial Award…

29 Jun

Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar Launches First Aid Center for Puri Rathayatra Devotees

Kumar AnshumanCulture, Health

Bhubaneswar: In a compassionate gesture towards the millions of devotees attending the iconic Rathayatra in Puri, Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar has inaugurated a dedicated First Aid Medical Center on Beach Road, opposite Puri Hotel. The initiative, aimed at providing timely medical assistance during the world’s largest chariot festival, was officially launched by Mr. Bejoy Changarath, Unit Head – Sales & Marketing, Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar. The center will remain operational throughout the 10-day Bahuda Yatra period, offering emergency care services to pilgrims and tourists. Staffed by a team of experienced doctors and paramedics, the facility is equipped to handle a wide range…

26 Jun

Tempest Advertising Launches ‘Silent No More’ – A Campaign Across Four Cities on International Day Against Drug Abuse

MediaCatalystHealth, Wellness

Hyderabad, June 26, 2025: In a powerful and emotional show of solidarity on the International Day Against Drug Abuse, Tempest Advertising launched an awareness initiative titled ‘Silent No More’. The initiative was aimed at encouraging individuals battling drug addiction to speak up, seek help, and take the first step toward recovery. Standing by the company’s theme for the year – Go Mad for Good, employees from Tempest Advertising took to the streets of Hyderabad, Pune, Bangalore and Mumbai holding bold placards and banners with the campaign’s message, urging individuals to acknowledge the issue, talk it out, and choose a better path. Messages such as “Every Scar Has a…

23 Jun

International Yoga Day Celebrations by The Yoga Institute Santacruz, Mumbai

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Mumbai : The world’s oldest organized yoga center — marked the 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY) with immense enthusiasm and widespread national and international participation. More than 100,000 individuals across over 500 locations worldwide took part in TYI-led events, making it one of the largest and most impactful IDY celebrations by a single yoga institute in India. From government institutions and educational campuses to defense establishments, corporate offices, malls, temples, airports, and embassies — TYI’s far-reaching presence powerfully embodied this year’s theme: “Yoga for One Earth, One Health.” Dr. Hansaji Yogendra, Director of The Yoga Institute and President of…

18 Jun

ACT Fibernet Collaborates with Amazon Prime to Offer Prime Lite Benefits to Consumers

MediaCatalystBusiness, Health, Sports

Mumbai : Combining fast internet with the best of entertainment, shipping and shopping benefits, ACT Fibernet, India’s prominent wired Internet Service Provider, has partnered with Amazon Prime to launch new Prime Lite plans, delivering unparalleled value. These new plans provide customers with seamless, high-speed internet coupled with unlimited access to premium entertainment through Prime Video. With Prime Lite subscriptions, members can enjoy unparalleled entertainment from Prime Video’s extensive library of award-winning and blockbuster Indian and international Originals, TV shows, movies, and more, on a single device of their choice, in HD quality. Prime members also enjoy benefits like free unlimited…

17 Jun

COVID-19 Cases Rise: Justdial Reports Increase in Public Searches for Testing and Insurance

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Mumbai, June 17, 2025 — As India sees a rise in COVID-19 cases, with active cases surpassing 7,000 according to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, search engine Justdial has reported a significant increase in COVID-related online queries across the country. Data from Justdial indicates a 153% increase in nationwide COVID-related searches in May 2025 compared to April 2025. Key areas of interest include testing centres, insurance policies, and vaccination information. Both government and private testing facilities saw eightfold increases in search volume. Insurance-related queries rose by 77%, and searches for Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY) vaccination centres…