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Tapping into the massive reach of cricket to drive meaningful social change, SBI Life Insurance, one of India’s most trusted life insurers and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) came together to take breast cancer awareness to the international stage through the Thanks A Dot initiative. As part of this effort, […]
While coughing, wheezing and shortness of breath are early warning signs of asthma, sometimes the symptoms can overlap with lung cancer. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr. Mandeep Singh Malhotra, director of surgical oncology at the CK Birla Hospital, Delhi said, “These same signs can sometimes point to something far more serious, lung cancer. […]
While childhood cancer is not that common, knowing the early signs help in prompt medical intervention. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr. Sumanth Kumar Mallupattu, senior consultant medical oncologist and haemato oncologist, Yashoda Hospitals, Hyderabad said, “When children get cancer, it is usually due to spontaneous cancer-causing DNA changes inside cells, meaning it develops […]
Dermatologist Dr Samantha Ellis posted an Instagram video on February 20, 2024, about identifying subtle skin cancers, specifically squamous cell carcinoma. In the video, the dermatologist aimed to educate people by providing an example of a less obvious presentation of skin cancer, countering the common misconception that all skin cancers are large, dark, and readily […]
Every man over 50 should consider getting a prostate specific antigen (PSA) test annually to detect prostate cancer early. This simple blood test can identify cancer at a stage when it’s more treatable. Doctors recommend that men in this age group prioritise regular PSA screenings, especially if they have a family history of prostate cancer, […]
Back pain is one of the most common health complaints and is usually linked to strain, poor posture, or lifestyle habits. However, experts caution that in some cases, it could point to something more serious. HT Lifestyle has reached out to experts to know the possible hidden causes of persistent back pain, including when it […]
Published on: Sept 17, 2025 05:22 pm IST Colon cancer often shows silent signs. Gastroenterologist Vivian Asamoah lists 6 symptoms you shouldn’t ignore for timely detection. Colon cancer is one of the most common cancers, and early detection is crucial for effective treatment. While symptoms can sometimes be subtle, recognising them early can make a […]
Cancer risk is often elevated by an array of environmental and lifestyle factors. But there is more at play here. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Sewanti Limaye, director, medical and precision oncology at Sir H.N. Reliance Hospital, Mumbai said, “There are a number of recognised common risks such as smoking and tobacco products, […]
Published on: Sept 17, 2025 08:06 am IST Dipika Kakar discussed coping with treatment side effects, particularly severe hair loss, while updating fans on normal tumor marker tests. Television actor Dipika Kakar was diagnosed with stage 2 liver cancer in May this year. Since then, the actor has been sharing her health updates through vlogs […]
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 […]
