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World Cancer Day 2021: I am and I will

Every year, 4th of February, is celebrated as ‘World Cancer Day; led by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) to create global awareness about cancer and its prevention, early diagnosis and treatment. This year’s theme is ‘I am and I will’ and it basically lays emphasis on every individual and his or her commitment to act in whatever capacity against cancer.

Dr. Aditi Chaturvedi In Cancer Care / Oncology

Feb 05 , 2021 | 2 min read

COVID Vaccine and Cancer Patients

Cancer patients, especially those who are undergoing the treatment in the form of surgery, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, radiation therapy or any of the combination of the above have weak immune system.

Dr. Bhuvan Chugh In Cancer Care / Oncology

Feb 03 , 2021 | 3 min read

THE IMPORTANCE OF SCREENING FOR LUNG CANCERS

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer related deaths worldwide, and is fast emerging as one of the most common cancers in India as well. It does not cause any symptoms in early stages. Early detection could decrease the chances of dying from lung cancers in current and former smokers. WHAT IS LUNG CANCER SCREENING? “SCREENING” is looking for cancer before a person has any symptoms. This

Max Team In Cancer Care / Oncology

Nov 28 , 2020 | 2 min read

Today is a special day !! Participate & Act - World Cancer Day

Today 04TH FEBRUARY is a special day for many people in the world all over. It is very important for 18 million people of last year, 19 million more people this year and has been important to many millions of people so far. It will be important to increasing numbers each year and the future generations to come. This is not like other celebration days when gifts, cards, greetings are exchanged, and

Max Team In Cancer Care / Oncology

Nov 28 , 2020 | 5 min read

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Simple Home Remedies For Loose Motions

Loose motions or Diarrhea is one of the most common ailments across every age group – from infants and mothers to the elderly. Diarrhea is the frequent passage of watery or loose stools across irregular intervals. There are many possible causes of Diarrhea. These include allergies, food poisoning, infections, and stress. As such, Diarrhea is merely a symptom of one of many possible causes. Most of the time, loose motions is not a serious problem and can be treated at home. Below, we've outlined 3 simple h

Dr. Manoj Ranka In Internal Medicine

Feb 22 , 2018 | 5 min read

Indian Diet Plan In Pregnancy

To make sure that what you eat helps your body and also helps you stay interested, spread out your food through the day by following different food ideas. You can mix and match the following depending on how much you can eat and whether you are vegetarian or non vegetarian.

Dr. Neera Aggarwal In Obstetrics And Gynaecology Nutrition And Dietetics

Nov 07 , 2020 | 5 min read

PCOD and PCOS - Symptoms, Causes, Differences & Treatment

Polycystic ovarian disease (PCOD) or polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a syndrome that has taken modern world by storm. Polycystic ovarian disease or syndrome is a very common disease heard in today's younger generation. It is a must that young girls understand this disease at an early stage as well as its causes and future implications. It is a hormonal disorder with: Imbalance of the two female hormones estrogen and progesterone with estrogen taking the upper hand – menstrual irregularities, infer

Dr. Kamna Nagpal In Obstetrics And Gynaecology

Jun 30 , 2016 | 5 min read

Eye Flu: Symptoms, Prevention, and At-Home Care

Eye fluid or conjunctivitis is a highly contagious eye infection affecting many. Conjunctivitis is usually viral and may have superadded bacterial or allergic eye disease.

Dr. Parul Sharma In Eye Care / Ophthalmology

Jul 26 , 2023 | 5 min read

Let's Understand Cancer!

Do you know most types of cancer occur at an old age? It is because DNA in cells starts getting damaged as age progresses. However, few cancers like germ cell tumours (Testicular cancer) are more common in younger age. The most common types of cancer are Lung Cancer , Breast, Prostate, Bowel, Oral Cavity, Cervix, Ovarian, Stomach, Colorectum, and Pharynx. In India, 2.5 million people are estimated

Max Team In Cancer Care / Oncology

Nov 28 , 2020 | 2 min read

How Multidisciplinary Care Saved a Patient’s Life at Max Hospital

A 38-year-old religious head of monastery Mr Tsering (name changed) came to Max Hospital, Dehradun, complaining of loose stools, cough, fever and extreme weakness. On examining him, he was found to be in a state of shock with very low blood pressure and saturation. He was immediately shifted to the ICU and put on resuscitation and supportive care by the Critical Care team. After few days he started responding to the treatment. When he came out of the septic shock, he was found to have a low WBC and Platelet count.

Max Team In Medical Oncology Cancer Care / Oncology

Nov 08 , 2020 | 2 min read

Do You Know There are 4000 Chemicals in a Single Puff of Cigarette?

Out of the 4000 chemicals, 69 of them are known as carcinogens i.e. cancer causing agents or poisonous chemicals like tar, nicotine and carbon monoxide. India is facing a smoking death crisis and it has been predicted that 1million people will die every year from tobacco smoking in the next 10 years. The after effects of these habits are seen decades later resulting in immense physical, psychological and financial trauma and deteriorating medical conditions like COPD, liver diseases and cancer.

Dr. Sachin Gupta In Medical Oncology Cancer Care / Oncology

Nov 08 , 2020 | 1 min read

Basic Tips on how you can have a Healthy Living after Cancer?

Exercise is an important part of healthy living. Being physically active during and after cancer treatment helps to: Improve your physical abilities/self esteem Reduce anxiety, depression and fatigue Improve balance and lower risk of falls and broken bones. Keep muscles from wasting due to inactivity Lessen the risk of osteoporosis (weak bones that are more likely to break) Improve heart health Improve blood flow to legs, and lower risk of blood clots. Maintain a healthy weight Make you less dependent on others to do normal activities of daily living. Boost muscle strength and endurance Improves your quality of life.

Max Team In Medical Oncology Cancer Care / Oncology

Nov 08 , 2020 | 2 min read

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