By Dr. Nivedita Vishwanath Adapa, Director and Consultant Reproductive Medicine (IVF) Manipal Hospital, Mysuru World IVF Day is observed every year on July 25 to remember and acknowledge the contribution of IVF to the field of infertility. It also helps create public awareness of the progress made in the field of infertility and the various…
Sickle Cell Disease in Children Challenges and Comprehensive Care
July 3, 2024By Dr. M. Giripunja, Consultant-Haematology, Manipal Hospital, Mysuru Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) is a genetic disorder that affects the haemoglobin and is a major challenge in affected children. This is an inherited condition that leads to formation of haemoglobin (haemoglobin S) which creates hyper-rigid sickle-shaped red blood cells. These malformed cells may obstruct the bloodstream…
Manipal Hospital conducts Spell Bee competition for elder citizens
May 30, 2024Mysore/Mysuru: In recent years, India has seen an alarming increase in the number of people aged 60 years and above diagnosed with dementia. As per available data, about 7.4 percent (approximately 8.8 million) of individuals aged 60 and above are living with dementia. Scientific research suggests that active socialisation and brain-stimulating activities, such as vocabulary…
Revolutionising Urology: HoLEP procedure, a ray of hope in elderly men with urinary woes
May 25, 2024Mysore/Mysuru: With the ever-evolving technological advances in the medical and surgical field and the knowledge and expertise of skilful doctors, it is no longer uncommon to hear about treatment wonders once considered unachievable. Manipal Hospital, Mysuru, recently exhibited one such exemplary incident that stood as a testament to the effectiveness of laser prostatectomy. This case…
Manipal Hospital drives six in-patients to vote
April 27, 2024Mysore/Mysuru: In a unique move on the first phase of LS elections held in Karnataka yesterday, Manipal Hospital Mysuru, with the support of the Election Commission of India, spearheaded a crucial initiative to guarantee that every citizen, regardless of their medical condition, could exercise their fundamental right to vote. They pioneered efforts to provide essential…
Manipal Sakhi Connect: Celebrating Women’s Empowerment
March 20, 2024Mysore/Mysuru: Manipal Hospital, Mysuru, hosted a first-of-its-kind event, ‘Manipal Sakhi Connect ‘ on Mar.17 at a private hotel in city. This event marked a significant milestone in fostering women’s empowerment, camaraderie, and health awareness within the community. Rashmi Koti, Managing Editor of Andolana, who was the chief guest, spoke about encouraging women’s empowerment through columns…
Neighbourhood Desk opened at Manipal Hospital in city
March 19, 2024Mysore/Mysuru: A Neighbourhood Desk and Adult Vaccination Clinic was inaugurated at Manipal Hospital in city recently. Sandesh Kumar, Assistant Commissioner of Police, Mysuru, was the chief guest. Yasmin Sait, Author, Entrepreneur and Philanthropist was the guest of honour. Dr. Upendra Shenoy, Chief of Medical Services, Manipal Hospital, Pramod Kunder, Hospital Director and the dedicated team…
Empowering Motherhood: ‘Parent Craft’ Meet at Manipal Hospital on Sunday
December 14, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: To provide comprehensive support and education to expectant mothers and their families, Manipal Hospital, Mysuru, has organised a ‘Parent Craft’ Meet, an interactive session, on Dec. 17 (Sunday) from 10.30 am to 1 pm at the Hospital premises. The ‘Parent Craft’ initiative aims to guide mothers-to-be through the various stages of pregnancy, from pre-conception…
Lactation-related issues can be identified, treated
August 9, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: “Breastfeeding is nature’s gift every mother is bestowed with, to nourish her baby with all the nutrients essential for their growth and development of the baby. Generally, breastfeeding came naturally to almost every mother, but in recent times owing to several factors, there has risen a need where it now ‘needs to be taught’….
Lung Lavage treatment performed for first time in Mysuru at Manipal Hospital
June 8, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: A 42-year-old male patient had reported to the Department of Pulmonology in Manipal Hospital, Mysuru, with chief complaint of breathlessness. A lung CT scan had revealed a rare lung condition called ‘Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis’ (PAP). The patient, an electrician by profession, had started developing breathlessness and fatigue for a past few months. He had…
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