Health

Chennai, 13th August, 2025 — In a remarkable feat of medical expertise, specialists at Kauvery Hospital Alwarpet have performed a rare, life-altering craniosynostosis surgery on a five-year-old child suffering from a severe facial deformity. The intricate, multi-hour procedure not only transformed the child’s appearance but also improved vital functions, offering a renewed chance at a…

Chennai, 8th August 2025: MGM Healthcare successfully performed a reduced monosegmental living donor liver transplant on a 5-month-old, 8 kg infant from Krishnagiri who was suffering from severe jaundice due to Crigler-Najjar syndrome type 1- a rare genetic condition affecting the function of the liver. After the 10-hour long surgery, the young patient recovered well…

Kalpakkam, August 2025 – Apollo Dialysis Clinics, in collaboration with the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE), successfully conducted a Continuing Medical Education (CME) programme at DAE Kalpakkam to raise awareness and share knowledge on kidney care and dialysis-related issues among the fraternity. CME programmes are designed to keep doctors and healthcare professionals up to date with…

·       The Walkathon was organised to commemorate World Breastfeeding Week 2025, observed annually from August 1 to 7, to highlight the need for supportive policies, and community engagement to ensure every infant has a strong start to life. Chennai, 6 August 2025: In a powerful display of community driven health advocacy, Rela Hospital organised a walkathon to mark…

Chennai, 2nd August 2025: The second edition of ReGen 2025, a two-day international conference on regenerative medicine, orthobiologics, pain management, and sports injury rehabilitation, commenced today in Chennai, drawing over 500 healthcare professionals from across India and abroad. The event marked a significant milestone in India’s medical landscape with the launch of the country’s first-ever…

·     Varicose veins affect nearly 25% of India’s population. A 2021 study among police personnel noted that 14.7% had significant varicose veins, with 20% at risk for ulcer development. ·       The one-day clinic will provide free Venous Doppler Screening and consultations, further offering a 20% discount on any recommended further investigations. To register, patients can contact: +91…

Chennai, July 31st, 2025: In a landmark achievement, doctors at MGM Malar, Adyar have performed Tamil Nadu’s first robotic prostate removal surgery using a fully “Made in India” robotic surgical system the SSI Mantra. The 69-year-old patient recovered well and was discharged from hospital in just 36 hours. Most of his urinary symptoms got relieved post-surgery. The…

·       The complexity of the ABO-incompatible transplant, where the father was the donor and the son the recipient, was further heightened by the patient’s elevated antibody levels. ·       The procedure was successfully carried out using advanced immunoadsorption therapy, which effectively reduced the risk of rejection. Chennai, 30 July 2025: SRM Global Hospitals successfully performed a high-risk ABO-incompatible kidney…