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Navigating the First Steps of Coping With Cancer

In a moment that changes everything, receiving a cancer diagnosis stands as one of life's most stressful events — the initial shock can trigger intense feelings of overwhelm and fear for both the patient and their caregiver. These emotional reactions are completely normal, but they can leave you feeling helpless or cause a profound loss…
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  • Feb 11, 2026
Wooden blocks arranged to represent a heart procedure, illustrating zero-contrast PCI techniques that protect both the kidneys and the heart.

Zero-Contrast PCI: Protecting Your Kidneys During Heart Treatment

When you're managing long-term kidney concerns alongside blocked arteries in your heart, important treatment decisions can feel complex. And it is natural to have questions about how standard heart procedures may affect kidney health. However, a new and safer way forward has arrived — Zero-Contrast PCI. This modern procedure enables doctors to treat blocked arteries…
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  • Jan 23, 2026
The word “Brachytherapy” displayed as text, representing interstitial brachytherapy used in the treatment of complex cervical cancer.

A Patient’s Guide to Interstitial Brachytherapy for Cervical Cancer

Brachytherapy is a specialised form of radiation therapy used to treat cervical cancer. Whether you are a patient or a caregiver, the prospect of brachytherapy may feel overwhelming at first — but with the right information and support, the treatment journey can feel more manageable. To help navigate this phase, Porunai Hospitals — a leading…
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  • Dec 20, 2025
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Your Complete Guide to Understanding Shoulder Pain

The shoulder is a complex system of several joints, muscles, and tendons that combine to allow a wide range of motion. However, this impressive mobility comes at a price, as it can lead to problems with instability / soft tissue issues that result in pain. This pain may be temporary or persistent — affecting everything…
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  • Nov 20, 2025
A visibly tense person seeking mental health support, sitting across from a psychiatrist during a counseling session.

When to Seek Mental Health Support: Understanding the Signs

Most people suffer in silence with their emotional or mental pain, hoping that time will heal all wounds naturally — but just like physical health, mental well-being requires timely attention and care. Unfortunately, the process of receiving psychological care is often shrouded in stigma or reluctance. Mental health support isn't just for severe disorders —…
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  • Oct 7, 2025
Hands with blood sample in testube depicting september as national blood cancer awareness month.

Interventional Radiology for Blood Cancer: Procedure, Management & Treatment

Being diagnosed with cancer can be an overwhelming experience. It is a delicate situation where the individual and their family need to come to terms with the diagnosis and decide on the further course of treatment with guidance from specialists who can make a significant difference in the journey. In such scenarios, interventional radiology for…
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  • Sep 29, 2025
Hands gently holding a colorful assortment of fresh fruits & vegetables, representing healthy diet & National Nutrition Week.

What is the Definition of a Healthy Diet?

A healthy diet is the lifelong choice of embracing nutrient-rich, well-balanced food intake to: Fuel your body with energy. Strengthen your immunity. Protect your body from infections and chronic diseases. Most importantly, a healthy diet is one that includes all food groups — from fruits, vegetables, grains, legumes, and animal proteins to oils, fats, dairy,…
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  • Sep 4, 2025
A 3D illustration of a human heart with balloon angioplasty

Understanding Angioplasty: A Clear Guide to Restoring Heart Health

Coronary angioplasty is a common procedure designed to open blocked or narrowed coronary arteries. As one of the minimally invasive interventional cardiology procedures, it aims to restore blood flow to the heart muscle. This proactive intervention not only improves your heart health but also lowers the risk of future complications. This guide from the field…
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  • Aug 24, 2025
Knowing about Hepatitis A, B & C on world Hepatitis Day observed on July 28.

Understanding and Preventing Hepatitis A, B, and C

Hepatitis—the inflammation of the liver—is often caused by viral infections that the common person may not even know they have. This condition is a great menace to overall health, and, if left unattended, it culminates in irreversible liver damage, thus endangering the well-being of any family. That’s why, if you’re asking yourself, “Where do I…
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  • Jul 3, 2025
Men's Health Month, observed in June, raises awareness about the importance of preventive care for men's health across all ages.

Preventive Care for Men: A Man’s Essential Guide to Long Life

Now is the time to prioritise men's wellness through protective health strategies, as many conditions quietly progress over time. Recognising this, men's health requires a comprehensive approach that includes physical, mental, and social wellness. Preventive care, including regular checkups and screenings at a multispeciality hospital, is essential for identifying and addressing potential health problems early…
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  • Jun 17, 2025