Apollo Hospitals Launches ₹60 Crore Dedicated Cancer Care Facility for Women, ETHealthworld

New Delhi: Apollo Hospitals Enterprise Ltd added a new feather to its cap with the launch of Apollo Athenaa, Asia’s first cancer centre exclusively dedicated to women. Located in New Delhi’s Defence Colony, this state-of-the-art facility aims to address critical gaps in the diagnosis, treatment, and long-term care of breast and gynecological cancers, diseases that […]

Oncologist lists 5 childhood cancer red flags: Fever, fatigue, lumps and more

Childhood cancer is rare, but when it creeps in, the early symptoms can mimic regular illnesses. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Ramana Gogi, principal consultant, medical oncology, CK Birla Hospital, Gurugram, said, “Parents may mistake them for viral infections, growth spurts, or routine tiredness, leading to delays in diagnosis. Doctors emphasise that while […]

Oncologist debunks 5 myths about childhood cancer: Is it always fatal?

Childhood cancer is shrouded in myths and misconceptions, which delay diagnosis and treatment. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Ramana Gogi, principal consultant – medical oncology, CK Birla Hospital, Gurugram, said, “The myths surrounding childhood cancer can create unnecessary fear or, worse, delay timely diagnosis and treatment. Doctors emphasise that informed awareness is the […]

Doctor warns ‘waist size above this number’ can increase risk of diabetes, high blood pressure and even cancer

Published on: Sept 12, 2025 04:03 pm IST Excess fat around the waist can silently raise health risks. Dr. Bhagyesh Kulkarni explains why waist size matters and what it reveals about your health. Carrying excess fat around the waist is more than a cosmetic concern, it can silently increase the risk of serious health problems. […]

Haematologists explain why men are more likely to develop lymphoma cancer than women; share hidden factors behind it

While lymphoma can strike anyone, men are disproportionately affected compared to women. Differences in genetics, hormones, immunity, and lifestyle may play a role. To understand why men face a higher risk, HT Lifestyle has reached out to doctors to break down the factors behind this troubling trend. (Also read: Diabetologist warns ‘waist size above this […]

Passive smoking can increase lung cancer risk? Pulmonologist lists 5 ways it can harm your lungs

It is a common misconception that cigarettes affect your lungs only when you light one. Often, passive smoking can equally harm you. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Kuldeep Kumar Grover, critical care and pulmonology head, CK Birla Hospital, Gurugram said, “Passive smoking, also called secondhand smoke, exposes non-smokers to the same toxic chemicals […]

Oncologist reveals if people with a history of bone injury are more prone to bone cancer than others

In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Mishil Parikh, consultant, oncology, Sir HN Reliance Foundation Hospital, debunked the myth that bone injuries directly cause bone cancer. According to him, there’s no proven relationship between bone injuries and bone tumours. However, an injury to a weakened bone might reveal an underlying tumour. Also read | Bone […]

Stanford gastroenterologist shares 3 things women should know about iron deficiency: ‘The first sign of cancer, ulcers’

Dr Wendi, a Stanford-trained gastroenterologist, shared crucial information regarding iron deficiency, particularly for women under 40, in a recent Instagram post. She highlighted 3 important things women should know. Let’s find out: Up to 40% of premenopausal women may have undiagnosed iron deficiency. (Freepik) Also Read | What is best age to freeze your eggs, […]