Month: January 2024
Thyroid Awareness Month 2024: Spreading Knowledge and Support
Every year, January marks Thyroid Awareness Month. As we enter the New Year, January 2024, people come together to spread awareness about the health of the thyroid gland in our body. They do this by organising campaigns, educational programs, and other initiatives. Understanding thyroid health is essential because it can lead to various health issues…
Pancreatic cancer – Types, Symptoms, Causes, Risk Factors, Tests, Treatment
What is Pancreatic Cancer? Pancreatic cancer occurs when the cells in the pancreas mutate and become malignant. These abnormal cells grow uncontrollably, form a tumour, and may spread to other parts of the body, making it a life-threatening condition. This type of cancer is often detected late because symptoms may not appear until the tumour…
Liver Cancer: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding the Disease
What is Liver Cancer? A cancer that affects the liver is called liver cancer, sometimes referred to as hepatic cancer. Cancer in the liver destroys liver cells & interferes with its ability to function normally. Cancer is when unhealthy cells begin to divide and grow uncontrollably to form a malignant growth or tumour. These cells…
All the Information You Need to Know About the Covid JN.1 Variant
JN.1, a descendant of the BA.2.86 variant (an Omicron sub-variant), is recognised by WHO as a separate variant of interest (VOI) from its parent lineage BA.2.86 because of its rapidly increasing spread. Considering the limited data available, the additional public health risk caused by JN.1 is currently assessed as low globally. However, the northern hemisphere’s…
Learn More About Cervical Health Awareness Month in January 2024
In January 2024, Cervical Health Awareness Month is celebrated worldwide to raise public awareness of cervical cancer. The theme for this year’s event is “Learn. Prevent. Screen”, which emphasises the importance of educating oneself, taking preventive measures, and getting screened for early detection of cervical cancer. During Cervical Health Awareness Month, various organisations, medical professionals,…
How can you Successfully Navigate the Essential Stages of Battling Cancer?
Onset of Symptoms: Patients may experience certain health issues, such as pain, discomfort, fatigue, changes in bodily functions, unusual sensations, and unexplained and sudden weight loss; they decide to consult their general physician for a health check-up. Seeking Medical Help: The physician prescribes regular medications for a few days. In the 2nd review, if there’s…
Understanding Breast Cancer: An In-Depth Guide to the Disease
Breast cancer refers to cancer that starts in the breast. It is an uncontrolled multiplication of abnormal cells and can appear in one or both breasts. Invasive breast cancer accounts for approximately 80% of all breast cancer cases, which means the cancer has spread outside the breast tissue and to other body parts. Cancer cells…
ETHOS LINAC AI-POWERED: A Revolution in Cancer Radiation Therapy
Omega Hospitals, a renowned healthcare institution in India, proudly introduced the revolutionary Ethos LINAC, an AI-powered Linear Accelerator System designed to deliver precise and effective radiation therapy to cancer patients. Ethos Adaptive Radiation Therapy is a revolutionary new way of treating cancer that combines adaptive intelligence with artificial intelligence and personalized planning to provide more…
A Guide That Covers Everything You Need to Know About Cancer and Nutrition
A balanced and healthy diet is essential for cancer patients to maintain strength and well-being during and after treatment. Omega Hospitals stresses the importance of proper cancer nutrition as a crucial component of cancer care and recovery. In this blog post, our expert doctors discuss the importance of nutrition for cancer patients and provide tips…
