Engaging the Mind and Body: A Daily Routine for Elderly Relatives Caring for an aging relative can be deeply rewarding, and keeping their minds and bodies active is essential for their overall well-being. You don't need formal medical or cognitive training to make a massive difference. By setting up a simple, structured daily routine, you can help your elderly loved ones stay sharp, communicative, and physically active, even if you work a full-time job. Inspired by the routin

This Valentine’s Day, as we celebrate matters of the heart, I want to share something that deeply concerns the long-term health of your heart and lungs. In Mumbai, we are facing an escalating public health crisis that often goes unseen: air pollution . While our city is known for its vibrant energy, it also consistently ranks among the top 10 cities globally for PM2.5 exposure . Scientific evidence shows that air pollution is no longer just an environmental issue; it is a lea

Ashok Hospital marks a significant milestone on January 26, 2026, as it celebrates five years of dedicated healthcare service.

India's Elderline (14567) offers a vital toll-free helpline for senior citizens, launched in 2021 and accessible nationwide from 8 AM to 8 PM daily. This initiative connects elders with essential support, making it easier for families to ensure their well-being. scw.dosje+3 ​ Initiative Overview Elderline was dedicated by the then Vice President on October 1, 2021, for the International Day for Older Persons. The helpline operates across all states and union territories, part

Lifting weights keeps your brain younger, builds stronger muscles, and fights age-related decline. Recent research shows resistance training links more muscle mass to a biologically younger brain, offering hope for sharper memory and thinking as you age. This simple habit supports whole-person care by enhancing both body and mind. Key Takeaways More muscle, younger brain : People with higher muscle volume from strength training show brains that appear years younger on MRI sca

Artificial intelligence (AI) is beginning to play an important role in cancer care, and recent rules in India now ensure that such tools are used safely, ethically, and only as an aid—not a replacement—for qualified doctors. This is good news for patients, because it brings powerful technology under strict medical supervision. morulaa+1 ​ What has changed? The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) has announced that AI-based software which detects or diagnoses c

A citizen-funded quality study of commonly prescribed medicines has found no difference in quality between expensive branded drugs and the far cheaper generics, including govt-supplied medicines, even as prices of some top brands can be as much as 14 times higher for the same drug, said the news report in the Times of India recently. The findings come from the Citizens Generic vs Branded Drugs Quality Project by Kerala-based non-profit Mission for Ethics and Science in Health

Body image anxiety among young Indians is not just a “weight problem”; it is a whole-person issue affecting mind, body, relationships and hopes for the future. A Whole Person Care approach at Ashok One Hospital and Raahat views every young person not as a body size, but as a unique human being carrying stories, pressures and strengths. ashokone+4 ​ What the AIIMS–ICMR Study Shows An AIIMS–ICMR study on 1,071 young adults (18–30 years) found that nearly half of underweight (ab

Even if we spend crores on artificial devices, they can never match the perfection of the organs God has crafted.

Your 2026 health could change with just a few small habits—and this email gives you three simple, doctor-approved steps you can start today. Inside, you will also find a heartfelt thank you, real hope for the year ahead, and a gentle reminder that you are not facing your health journey alone. ashokone+5 ​ Dear Patients, Families, Doctors, and Staff, As 2025 comes to a close, heartfelt thanks for allowing Ashok One Hospital to walk alongside you in sickness and in health this

The ICU environment can be overwhelming for families. However, their support plays a crucial role in the patient’s recovery journey.

Not all ageing parents want to live with their adult children. Both sides —married or single — want space of their own. When it comes to NRIs, not all of them are able to convince their parents to go and live with them. And not all adult children are keen in having their parents live with them either. Until recently, the only option for ageing parents was old-age homes, both in India and abroad. In India, these usually resembled nursing homes or geriatric care places, where s

Health insurance is meant to provide peace of mind, but many policyholders encounter pain and paperwork, writes Lijee Philip in the ET. It was a long night for 24-year-old Rohan Mehta from Mumbai. After five days of unrelenting fever, he was finally admitted to a hospital. The doctors couldn’t pinpoint what was wrong. He was tested for malaria, typhoid and dengue, but results proved inconclusive. As his temperature touched 103°F and fatigue set in, his physician had decided h

Docs decide method & line of treatment, not insurance firms: Court Jaideep.Deogharia@timesofindia.com writes in the Times of India today: Ghaziabad : Decisions on line and method of treatment are not the insurance company’s to make but the medical fraternity’s, the district consumer commission has ruled in a case related to rejection of a claim to a Covid patient. The order came while the panel was hearing a complaint against Star Health and Allied Insurance, which had denie

SITTING & WORKING - how good is it for you? In today's world a lot of us are doing Desk Work (in office or home). Prolonged periods of sitting have silently become one of the biggest hidden health risks — in fact, it is said to be more harmful than smoking! Studies show that spending extended hours seated can lead to serious health problems such as obesity, heart disease, diabetes, poor posture, and even premature death. The human body was designed for regular movement, not f

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