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Dr. Harsha Prasada L on Most Common Forms Of Cancer Among Children And How To Identify Them At An Early Stage | India Times International Childhood Cancer Day
Every year three to four lakh children are detected with cancer in the world. In India, the reported case is over 50000 per year. There is a big gap in the survival of these children between developed and developing countries. Most of these cancers can be cured if we detect them early, and provide the right treatment and right supportive therapy. In many parts of our country, these children are not able to receive tertiary care oncology services.
Date : February 15, 2023
Publication name : India Times
Manipal Hospitals :Mangalore
Dr. Krithishree Somanna on Teenage substance abuse: what parents need to know | Happiest Health.
Sahana (name changed), a homemaker from Bengaluru, said that her 15-year-old son was becoming rebellious and she noticed him hanging out with older classmates. She didn’t think much of it initially, but when his grades dropped in school, she decided to follow him in April 2021. “He was sitting with some older boys and trying to smoke Marijuana at an empty site near our house. I dragged him home and tried to talk him out of it,” she told Happiest Health.
Most teens are exposed to substance abuse in high school due to impulsiveness and inquisition, says Dr Krithishree Somanna, psychiatrist, KMC hospital, Mangaluru, Karnataka. “Teens try to create their identity in groups and tend to fall into bad habits. It is important for parents to know what their children are up to – whether they are in good company or bad,” she says.
Date : February 6, 2023
Publication name : Happiest Health
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Manipal Hospitals :Mangalore
Dr. Thomas Joe on More Men Turn To Docs As Man Boobs Affect Mental Health | Times Special
Treatments Galore
Dr Thomas thinks the increasing number of gynecomastia surgeries should not be seen as a negative trend. “It is consistent with the growth of aesthetic surgeries in India, partly a consequence of the increased affluence.” Patients seeking breast reduction surgery undergo a basic psychological evaluation to rule out body dysmorphic issues. Dr Thomas Joe, a plastic surgeon at KMC Hospital, Mangaluru.
Dr Vasu says new surgical methods involve a small incision of hardly a centimetre through which all of the breast glands are removed. The scars are barely noticeable. Radiofrequency or laser-assisted liposuction is done for skin shrinkage and body contouring. It is now possible to give a chiselled look to patients with a normal body mass index. Surgical complications are rare and patients can get back to their routine in 3-4 weeks, Dr Vasu said.
Date : February 4, 2023
Publication name : Times Special
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Manipal Hospitals :Mangalore
Make Way for Ambulance’ Awareness Video Released in Mangaluru | Manipal Hospital
MANGALURU, DHNS: “If you are driving on the right side of a road, move to the left side. If you are driving on the left side, slow down to allow vehicles to move from right to left side to make way for the ambulance,” speakers said during an event that marked the release of a public awareness video ‘Make Way for Ambulance’, at KMC Hospital near Ambedkar Circle recently.
Assistant Commissioner of Police (Traffic) Geetha Kulkarni, addressing a gathering, said stiff penalties and imprisonment await those who do not allow the ambulance to move on the right side of the road. KMC Dean Dr. B Unnikrishnan said there is awareness among Mangalureans on giving way to ambulances.
“In many instances, drivers are confused on hearing the siren of ambulances or fire engines. The 37-second video creates awareness on shifting vehicles to the right side of the road,” he said. Head of Emergency Medicine, KMC hospital, Dr. Jeedhu R said after an awareness campaign, the death of patients in ambulances struck in traffic came down by 30%.
“The number of accidents where ambulances were involved reduced by 3 percent,” Dr. Jeedhu said and added that the road needs to be cleared for ambulances to ensure that the patient receives timely treatment within the golden hour,” he added. Dr. Jeedhu said that the response time of 108 ambulances is 30 minutes. “While the response time of our ambulance is much lesser, it takes lesser than three minutes to be on the road. The driver and paramedic staff are trained how to provide treatment on the spot,” Dr. Jeedhusaid.
Marketing head Rakesh Darshan said they hoped to reach 60 to 70 percent of the target population by uploading videos on social media. Regional chief operating officer, of KMC Hospital, Mangalore, Saghir Siddiqui welcomed the gathering.
Date : January 17, 2023
Publication name : Times of India
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Manipal Hospitals :Mangalore
Dr. Anurag Shetty on Incorporate These Liver-Friendly Habits For A Healthy Liver | Onlymyhealth
Taking care of your liver is equally important as other organs of the human body. Follow these healthy habits.
The liver is the most important organ in the body however, it is the organ that is commonly neglected when it comes to health. This year let us start with incorporating healthy living habits into our lifestyle. In this article, Dr. Anurag Shetty, Medical Gastroenterologist, KMC Hospital, Mangalore shares why liver health is important and how you can strengthen liver functions.
Why is the liver so important?
The liver is the largest solid organ in the body which is very important in the regulation of the daily functions of the body. It performs more than 500 functions in the body that are necessary for life. Cleaning harmful toxins from your blood, metabolising nutrients and medications, synthesis of proteins, secretion of bile, etc are some of the important functions of the liver. Liver diseases are known to contribute to 2 million deaths globally. Almost every 1 in 5 Indians is known to suffer from some form of liver disease. However, most of these liver diseases are easily preventable.
Date : January 8, 2023
Publication name : Onlymyhealth
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Manipal Hospitals :Mangalore
Dr. Krithishree Somanna on All you need to know about Seasonal Depression in Mangalorean- authored article
All You Need To Know About SEASONAL DEPRESSION
It’s typical to have some melancholy throughout the winter. We may feel stuck inside and want to be in bed as the day closes early but if it goes beyond this and affects our daily life, including how we feel and think, it’s called Seasonal depression or scientifically “Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)” which needs attention.
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that’s triggered by a change in seasons, usually when the Autumn season starts. It is thought that the lesser daylight and shorter days may cause neurochemical changes in the brain leading to symptoms of depression. ‘Melatonin’, a sleep-related neuro-hormone, is believed to have an etiological link to this condition. Melatonin is mostly produced in the pineal gland in the brain in response to darkness. This helps to maintain the circadian rhythm (24hr internal clock) and sleep timing. Changes in Melatonin levels in Seasonal Depression may disrupt the internal biological clock and hence significantly the mood.
Date : December 31, 2022
Publication name : Mangalorean
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Manipal Hospitals :Mangalore
Dr. Aruna Mallya | Mild Dehydration: Is It A Risk For Constipation? | The Health Site
Mild Dehydration: Is It A Risk For Constipation?
People must often remember to drink enough water between their busy daily schedules. Especially now, when most of us lead a sedentary lifestyle where work is too much of sitting in a place and air-conditioned rooms, people get busy at work and need to remember to drink water.
Water is not only crucial for the digestion of food but also serves many other purposes, namely to dissolve water-soluble vitamins, to keep our body hydrated, for vibrant skin and to avoid constipation.
Staying well-hydrated means drinking enough water to replace the losses of fluids while you sweat, and during exercise, a certain amount of fluid is also required to break down food and easily pass stools.
Dehydration: Cause Of Constipation
As you eat food, it moves from the stomach to the intestine, where the fluid gets absorbed, making stools hard to pass. Dr Aruna Mallya, Senior Dietitian, KMC Hospital, Mangalore,says a few other causes may be lack of exercise, sitting in a place for a longer time, climatic conditions and lack of fibre in the diet.
Date : December 28, 2022
Publication name : The Health Site
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Manipal Hospitals :Mangalore
Dr. Rohit Pai in an authored article on Read these signs and types of Tourette syndrome, a nervous system disorder! | Healthshots
Topic: World Disability Day: Read these signs and types of Tourette syndrome, a nervous system disorder!
Doctor quote: Dr. Rohit Pai, Consultant Neurology
Date : December 2, 2022
Publication name : Healthshots
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Manipal Hospitals :Mangalore
Dr. Vidya Bhat in an authored article on reducing belly fat? Is liposuction a safe fat-removal treatment? on Asianet Newsable
Topic: Want to reduce your belly fat? Is liposuction a safe fat-removal treatment? Read this
Doctor quote: Dr. Vidya Bhat, Consultant Surgical Gastroenterologist
Date : December 1, 2022
Publication name : Asianet Newsable
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Manipal Hospitals :Mangalore
Dr. Rohit Pai on What is a silent stroke? Causes and prevention | Mangalorean.com
Topic: What is a silent stroke? Causes and prevention
Doctor quote: Dr. Rohit Pai
Date : October 29, 2022
Publication name : Mangalorean
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Manipal Hospitals :Mangalore
