As medical science has progressed, it has busted quite a few myths we have about different parts of the body. Sadly, some of them still linger. Dr Vandana Jain, a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist and the Co-founder and Director of the Advanced Eye Hospital busts some common myths about the
January 24 2013, 8:46 am
Read MoreFrom viral conjunctivitis to corneal ulcer, the merciless summer can cause all sort of eye-related problems. Water, eye exercises and other remedies can help protect them. Sanjay Dhawan, director, ophthalmology at Fortis Healthcare, shares some of the common eye problems during summer and tips on
May 12 2013, 10:45 am
Read MoreMarch 12-17th is World Glaucoma Week. According to estimates over one million Indians lose their eyesight to glaucoma. More than 90% of the cases stand undetected because of the asymptomatic nature of the disorder and lack of awareness. We approached Dr Meena Doshi, a glaucoma expert from
April 23 2013, 4:45 pm
Read MoreEye care professionals from 63 countries will take part in an international conference in Dubai.
March 29 2011, 8:46 am
Read MoreLASIK is one of the best options to get rid of short-sightedness (myopia) and correct other refractive errors as well. While it’s not always perfect it will definitely reduce a person’s dependence on glasses. With fourth-generation laser machines the chances of errors are also very low. Who
December 20 2012, 6:22 pm
Read MoreThe festival of colours is here. Along with fond memories of Gulal, rain dancing, pichkaris and bhang, if you have repeated nightmares of skin and eye allergies or other serious problems due to the colours, this article’s for you. Why you need to avoid synthetic colours Recent studies have
April 30 2013, 4:40 pm
Read MoreOne of the terrorists caught on camera with bloodied hands holding a meat cleaver on the streets of London has been named as Michael Adebolajo.
May 23 2013, 6:17 pm
Read MoreMany buy contacts without a valid prescription, without the involvement of a qualified eye care professional, and use it without appropriate follow-up care. Contact lenses are miraculous pieces of plastic that allow us to see without glasses. In most cases, contact lenses are used as a substitute
January 2 2013, 8:55 am
Read MoreAfter a hot and sweaty summer, the monsoon comes as a relief but the humid and damp weather takes a toll on the skin and eyes. Experts advise how small changes in the skin care routine during the season can keep the skin glowing and eyes fresh. Monsoon brings humidity and it's bad news for all
November 19 2012, 8:35 pm
Read MoreBeneficiaries under the Central Government Health Scheme will soon have many more healthcare service options to choose from in the national capital region.
April 14 2013, 4:03 pm
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