Author: Deshwale Health Desk

Think about the last time you had a headache. What did you do? Chances are you did not call a doctor, you did not wait it out, and you definitely did not rest. You walked to your medicine cabinet, popped a Crocin or a Combiflam, and got on with your day. It felt like the smartest, most efficient thing to do. Most of us do exactly the same thing. In India, self-medication is not just a habit, it is a way of life. But what we do not realise is that every time we reach for that pill without a…

हम में से अधिकतर लोग जब भी कैल्शियम का नाम सुनते हैं, तो सबसे पहले दिमाग में हड्डियों और दांतों की बात आती है। बचपन से हमें सिखाया जाता है कि दूध पियो, हड्डियां मजबूत होंगी। यह बात सही है, लेकिन पूरी सच्चाई नहीं है। कैल्शियम सिर्फ हड्डियों तक सीमित नहीं है, बल्कि यह हमारे पूरे शरीर को सही तरीके से चलाने में महत्वपूर्ण भूमिका निभाता है। कैल्शियम हमारे शरीर में सबसे अधिक मात्रा में पाया जाने वाला खनिज है। शरीर का लगभग 99% कैल्शियम हड्डियों और दांतों में जमा रहता है, जबकि शेष 1 % शरीर के कई जरूरी…

A fresh controversy has emerged in King Edward Memorial Hospital, one of Mumbai’s oldest and most respected public hospitals, as a proposal to rename the historic institution has triggered strong opposition from resident doctors. They have termed the move “unacceptable” and unnecessary, arguing that it does not address the real challenges faced by the hospital. The proposed renaming is reportedly part of a broader effort to move away from colonial-era names, but doctors believe the timing and priority of such a step are questionable. Established in 1926, KEM Hospital has long been a cornerstone of public healthcare in Mumbai. Over…

With changing lifestyles and increasing exposure to risk factors, cases of head and neck cancers are witnessing a sharp rise across India. Among these, oral cancer remains one of the most prevalent and concerning health challenges. In response to this growing threat, Merck Specialities Private Limited has launched a new public awareness initiative aimed at encouraging early detection and prevention. Titled “Two-Minute Action for Oral Cancer Protection”, the campaign urges individuals to dedicate just two minutes to self-examination. The idea is simple yet powerful: by regularly checking for early signs, people can take timely action and potentially save lives. The…

Mumbai is facing a growing but often overlooked healthcare crisis. A severe shortage of skin donations is making it difficult for doctors to treat patients with serious burn injuries. For many of these patients, skin transplants are not just a medical procedure but a lifeline. However, the gap between demand and availability continues to widen. At the centre of this concern is the National Burns Centre, which has raised repeated alarms about the situation. The organisation has been actively running awareness campaigns, yet the response remains limited. According to available estimates, Mumbai is currently able to meet only around 25…

In a major step towards transforming India’s healthcare ecosystem, the KHG Foundation has announced the selection of four innovative health-tech startups for the 2025–26 cycle. The initiative is designed to make advanced medical technology more affordable, accessible, and widely available, especially beyond urban centres. The foundation’s latest move focuses on bringing life-saving healthcare solutions closer to the grassroots level. By supporting startups that offer non-invasive, cost-effective, and technology-driven innovations, the programme aims to address critical gaps in India’s healthcare delivery system. The vision is clear: medical advancement should not remain limited to premium hospitals but must reach every corner of…

तेजी से बदलती स्वास्थ्य सेवाओं के दौर में मरीजों की सबसे बड़ी जरूरत है आसान, तेज़ और भरोसेमंद इलाज। इसी दिशा में एक महत्वपूर्ण पहल करते हुए होली फैमिली हॉस्पिटल ने मुंबई में हेल्थकेयर का एक नया मॉडल पेश किया है। अस्पताल ने अपनी सेवाओं का विस्तार करते हुए 7 नए स्पेशलिटी क्लिनिक्स की शुरुआत की है, जिससे अब कुल 13 क्लिनिक्स के माध्यम से मरीजों को एक ही छत के नीचे विशेषज्ञ-आधारित और समन्वित उपचार मिल सकेगा। यह पहल खासतौर पर उन मरीजों के लिए राहत लेकर आई है, जिन्हें अब तक अलग-अलग बीमारियों के लिए अलग-अलग डॉक्टरों के…

Let’s be honest for a second. You’ve probably picked up your phone at least twice since you started reading this. Maybe you checked a notification. Maybe you just picked it up out of habit, realized there was nothing new, and put it back down. And then picked it up again. Don’t worry you’re not alone. And you’re not broken. But something is clearly going on between us and our screens, and it’s time we had an honest, research-backed conversation about it. Not the fear-mongering kind. Not the “phones are destroying a generation” kind. The real kind. Because here’s the thing:…

भारत में Stroke अब केवल एक अचानक आने वाली मेडिकल इमरजेंसी नहीं रह गया है, बल्कि यह एक लंबी और जटिल बीमारी के रूप में सामने आ रहा है। समय पर इलाज और आधुनिक चिकित्सा सुविधाओं की वजह से अब पहले के मुकाबले ज्यादा मरीजों की जान बचाई जा रही है। लेकिन इसके बाद जो असली चुनौती शुरू होती है, वह है मरीज को फिर से सामान्य जीवन में लौटाना। अस्पताल से छुट्टी मिलने के बाद मरीजों को लंबे समय तक न्यूरो-रिहैबिलिटेशन की जरूरत होती है। इसमें फिजियोथेरेपी, स्पीच थेरेपी, ऑक्युपेशनल थेरेपी और लगातार विशेषज्ञों की निगरानी शामिल होती है।…

In response to the rising burden of high blood pressure in India, Cadila Pharmaceuticals has introduced a new triple combination therapy, ‘Silej Trio’, designed to simplify and strengthen hypertension management. The single-pill solution combines three widely used medications, offering a more convenient and potentially more effective approach for patients dealing with long-term blood pressure issues. Hypertension continues to be a major public health concern in India, affecting an estimated 220 million people. Despite its prevalence, many cases remain undiagnosed or poorly managed due to irregular treatment and complex medication routines. This often increases the risk of serious complications such as…