How Smoking Affects the Heart: The Hidden Link Between Cigarettes & Heart Disease
While most people know smoking harms the lungs, fewer realise its silent and serious impact on the heart. Cigarettes damage not just your lungs but also disrupt your cardiovascular system. Many people associate smoking with lung problems, but it’s even more harmful to the heart and blood vessels. Smoking silently damages the body, and symptoms […]
A Comprehensive Guide to Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB-GYN): Key Specialties, Services, & Women’s Health Across All Stages
A woman’s health evolves through different stages of life—adolescence, pregnancy and motherhood, and menopause. Each phase brings unique needs and challenges that extend beyond physical well-being, encompassing emotional, hormonal, and reproductive health. Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB-GYN) play a central role in guiding women through these transitions, offering care that supports both immediate concerns and long-term […]
Cradle Cap in Babies: What Parents Should Know (From a Pediatrician’s Perspective)
If you see flakes, yellow or crusty patches on your baby’s scalp, you may be dealing with cradle cap in babies. Seborrheic dermatitis is the medical term, and many infants experience it in their early months. It may look alarming, but it’s generally not a problem and usually resolves on its own. Our pediatricians see […]
Orthopedic Footwear: Does It Really Help?
Your overall health is closely linked to your foot health. Regardless of whether you are recovering after an injury, have chronic pain, or want to prevent future issues, appropriate footwear can work wonders. Many people with foot, ankle, or leg problems are recommended orthopedic footwear, but they often wonder whether it really works. In this […]
1st National Pediatric Neuro-Critical Care Update: A Landmark Pediatric Event by Dr. Mehta’s Hospitals
On August 31, 2025, Dr. Mehta’s Hospitals proudly organized the 1st National Pediatric Neuro-Critical Care Update at the Taj Club House, Chennai. This event was spearheaded by the Department of Pediatric Neurology and the Advanced Pediatric Critical Care Center, reflecting Dr. Mehta’s Hospital’s dedication to excellence in pediatric healthcare. The event successfully convened an esteemed […]
Urinary Incontinence in Women: Causes, Types & How to Manage It
Most women experience episodes of unexpected urinary leakage, particularly in old age or following childbirth. This condition is called urinary incontinence, and it may feel inconvenient or frustrating at times, yet it is more common than many people realize. Fortunately, urinary incontinence in women is also controllable, with proper assistance, treatment, and care. Understanding the […]
Rare Pediatric Case Successfully Treated: Intra-Thoracic Appendicular Perforation with Giant Morgagni Hernia at Dr. Mehta’s Hospitals, Chennai
Chennai, In another landmark Pediatric surgery, Dr. Mehta’s Hospitals, the best multi-speciality hospital in Chennai, successfully treated an 11-month-old child with an extremely rare and complex condition, intra-thoracic appendicular perforation with gangrene associated with a giant Morgagni hernia. The child presented with vomiting and abdominal distension, but X-ray findings revealed a giant Morgagni hernia. Intra-operatively, […]
Flu Vaccine for Kids: What Parents Need to Know
Every parent wants to protect their child from seasonal infections.One of the most effective ways to do this is by ensuring they get their yearly flu shot. Getting a flu shot helps protect children from serious illness, especially during flu season. In this blog, we are going to tell you everything a parent in India […]
Introducing Solid Foods to Your Baby: A Pediatrician’s Guide
The transition to solids is one of the most exciting phases of your baby’s life. As parents, understanding the right time to introduce solids and how to do it properly will make the process easier and more enjoyable for both you and your little one. In this guide, we share guidance recommended by pediatricians to […]
Pediatric Surgical Breakthrough: Giant Chest Tumour Removed Thoracoscopically in India for the First Time
Chennai, August 2025. In a remarkable medical breakthrough, Dr. Mehta’s Hospitals, Chennai’s leading multi-speciality hospital, has successfully performed India’s first thoracoscopic (keyhole) removal of a giant thymolipoma in a child. The child was diagnosed with a huge mediastinal tumour that encased major blood vessels and pressed against the heart and lungs. Globally, such rare Pediatric […]
