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Dr Vishal Rao, an oncologist and head and neck surgeon at the Bangalore-based HealthCare Global (HCG) Cancer Center, writes about the debate on food safety in India and how it is related to cancer.

Tested positive for COVID-19 once, do not let your guard down. You can contract the infection again, says Bengaluru doctor.

“The basic idea behind developing the AI-based ZIOPAR tool is to educate and empower cancer patients and their families about treatment options available for cancer and asking the right questions to their oncologist.”

Coffee and tea are the most widely consumed beverages globally, yet there are secrets untold about this universal stimulant. Dr. Vishal Rao takes a closer look at the benefits of your daily cuppa.

Oncologist and head and neck surgeon Dr. Vishal Rao writes about the recent increase in the number of attacks on Indian doctors and what the country needs to do for patients and the medical fraternity.

Dr. Vishal Rao, an oncologist and head and neck surgeon at the Bangalore-based HealthCare Global (HCG) Cancer Center, writes about the harmful effects of alcohol beyond personal health.

Cancer treatment in India is often hindered by the lack of early detection. Oncologist Dr. Shona Nag aims to change the scenario by spreading awareness, particularly among women.

Dr. Vishal Rao, who recently developed a voice prosthesis that can help throat cancer patients speak after surgery for just Rs. 50, has now developed a wooden device to insert the prosthesis into a patient’s throat in just two minutes. And the best part? A toymaker helped him develop it.

Dr. Vishal Rao, a Bangalore based oncologist, has developed a voice prosthesis that can help throat cancer patients speak after surgery. And unlike the extremely expensive ones available in the market today, this device will cost just Rs. 50.

Dr. Vijayalakshmi Deshmane has seen many aspects of life. From being born in what is considered a backward caste in the nation, to living in a slum; from selling vegetables to becoming a doctor - she has experienced it all, and has been giving to the society with her incredible selflessness. This is her story in her own words.