Tag: Healthcare in Kolkata
“Doctor, He’s Only 15”: The Hidden Musculoskeletal Epidemic Among Tech-Hooked Teenagers
Neck pain is no longer just an adult problem. As screen time soars, more teenagers are arriving at clinics with "text neck," shoulder stiffness, headaches and wrist pain. A neurologist explains why growing bodies are especially vulnerable—and how healthier digital habits can prevent lasting harm.
Are You Paying for Better Health—or Just More Tests?
More tests don't always mean better healthcare. As diagnostic investigations become increasingly common, experts warn about overtesting, rising medical costs, unnecessary treatments, and the growing gap between patient welfare and commercial healthcare.
When Is A Headache A Medical Emergency? Look Out For These Critical Brain ‘Red Flags’
Is an MRI necessary for persistent headaches? Top neurology and radiology experts- Dr. Haseeb Hassan and Dr. Arif Faizan break down the difference between structural brain issues and functional disorders like migraines. Learn why routine scans can cause false alarms, how CT and MRI play different medical roles, and which dangerous red flags require urgent emergency evaluation
What Do Leander Paes, Kamran Akmal, and RF Kennedy Jr. Have in Common? It’s Not What You Think
Tennis star Leander Paes, Cricketer Kamran Akmal, and politician RFK Jr. all faced neurocysticercosis. Discover how this highly preventable, treatable brain parasite causes sudden seizures and why clean vegetables are your best defense.
No, Robots Aren’t Replacing Your Surgeon: The Real Story Behind Modern Knee Surgery
From the Vajpayee era to advanced robotics, knee surgery has evolved. An orthopedic surgeon debunks 10 common myths to help younger and older patients reclaim pain-free, independent lives.
Stroke Rehabilitation: Rebuilding Lives After a Brain Attack
Reactions to a stroke are typically limited to the emergency phase—recognising the warning signs such as weakness on one side of the body, slurred...