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On examination, it was found that he had very low oxygen levels in the body and was getting drowsier. (Representional Image)

Doctors save 5-year-old who consumed naphthalene balls

The commonly ingested toxic substances include harmful chemicals, acids, pesticides, oils, paints, medicine, camphor and...

30 Dec 2018 6:38 AM IST

And the trend is not confined to the youth; many middle aged men and women have also become very figure conscious.

Risking lives for that dream figure

Youngsters, who are keen to develop muscles, and are often lured by gym instructors to the use of steroids

26 Dec 2018 6:19 AM IST

Commercial surrogacy is defined any surrogacy arrangement where the surrogate mother is compensated for her services beyond reimbursement of medical expenses.

Surrogacy Bill welcome, but implementation will be big task: Doctors

The bill, passed in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday by a voice note, may have overlooked the issue of implementation, experts...

25 Dec 2018 5:54 AM IST

An inguinal hernia occurs when a sac-like projection of the abdominal cavity extends down the groin on one or both sides toward the scrotum (in boys) or labia (in girls).

Take hernia seriously, neglect could cost you dear: Doctors

While inguinal hernia repair is a fairly common surgical procedure.

24 Dec 2018 6:01 AM IST

Screening can significantly reduce risk of breast cancer death. (Photo: Pixabay)

Relief for double breast cancer patient

Oncologists from all three divisions, surgical, medical and radiation, came together to discuss the treatment plan in...

21 Dec 2018 5:59 AM IST

The curriculum doesnt focus on the disease that is prevalent in the country. Medical students are also trained in tertiary care rather than primary healthcare. (Representational Image)

Indian students rushing abroad to study medicine, reveals RTI

As per RTI no. MCI- 201 (E-RTI)/ 2018- Eligi./, the number of applications received was18,383 in 2017-18 as against...

20 Dec 2018 5:52 AM IST

In women, TB in the genital tract leads to thinning of endometrial lining due to the infection in the uterus, resulting in a barrier to the proper development of the foetus.

Genital TB impacts fertility in women

One in every five women suffering from genital TB cannot conceive naturally and the incidences now attribute to around...

17 Dec 2018 6:08 AM IST

Nigerian woman Blessing after surgery

Bengaluru: Nigerian gets new lease with hip surgery

He said the successful outcome of this complex procedure also dispels the myth that joint replacements do not prove...

16 Dec 2018 7:13 AM IST

Bengaluru: Pre-marital health screening now in vogue

Bengaluru: Pre-marital health screening now in vogue

The couples are tested for genetic, infectious and transmissible diseases, to prevent their transmission to each other...

15 Dec 2018 6:35 AM IST

PCOS is mainly caused by hormonal imbalance. It is more than experiencing irregular periods.

1 in 15 women affected with ovarian disorders

Many people believe that PCOD and PCOS are the same, but they are not.

13 Dec 2018 4:36 AM IST

The government should take necessary steps to regulate responsible self-medication. (Photo: Pixabay)

Bengaluru: Self-medication a recipe for disaster

In a recent case, a 54-year-old man was admitted to the ICU after he medicated himself and suffered adverse effects.

12 Dec 2018 6:10 AM IST

Good hand hygiene is important and is an effective way to prevent sickness and spread of germs, said Dr Rajeeva Moger, Senior Consultant & Physician, Apollo Hospitals Bannerghatta Road.

Fluctuating weather: Flu, fever cases double in city

There is a 35% increase in patients in government hospitals and 50% increase in private hospitals than the norm.

11 Dec 2018 6:00 AM IST