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    Sacred Pilgrimage, Secure Health: Directives for a Safe Hajj Journey By Dr Ankush Kommawar. Consultant Pediatrician & Neonatologist Ankura Hospital for women and Children,                                              Meningitis is a serious and potentially life-threatening infection that causes inflammation of the protective membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord. It can be caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites, with bacterial meningitis being the most severe form. Among the various strains, meningococcal meningitis, caused by  Neisseria meningitidis , is highly contagious and can spread rapidly in crowded environments. To prevent meningococcal meningitis, the meningococcal vaccine is administered, offering protection against multipl...
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  Fertility and Pregnancy: The Impact of Thyroid Disorders in Women By Dr.Pratyusha Gunreddy,  MBBS,MS(OBG),FRM ,  Co nsultant Fertility Specialist   Ankura Hospital for Women and Children Thyroid disorders are among the most common endocrine conditions affecting women, significantly influencing fertility and pregnancy. The thyroid gland plays a crucial role in regulating metabolism, hormone production, and reproductive health. An imbalance in thyroid hormones—either hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) or hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid)—can disrupt ovulation, menstrual cycles, and overall reproductive function. The classic definition of SCH is a thyrotropin (thyroid-stimulating hormone [TSH]) level greater than the upper limit of the normal range (4.5–5.0 mIU/ L) with normal free thyroxine (FT4) levels. With this definition, the incidence of SCH in the reproductive-age population is approximately 4%–8%    Recommendations for SCH vary between the Ameri...
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      Guillain-Barre Syndrome: Mechanisms, Risk Factors, and Comprehensive Management                             By Dr.  Keerthi Kundana Consultant Pediatric Neurologist, Ankura Hospital for Women and Children Guillain-Barre syndrome (GBS) is a rare condition that causes sudden muscle weakness affecting most of the body. What is Guillain-Barre Syndrome? Guillain-Barre syndrome (GBS), also known as acute inflammatory demyelinating polyradiculoneuropathy (AIDP), is a neurological disorder where the body's immune system responds abnormally and attacks peripheral nervous system—the network of nerves outside the brain and spinal cord. As a result, the nerves cannot transmit signals effectively and the muscles begin to lose their ability to respond to the brain's commands, which causes weakness and abnormal or absent reflexes. The condition can arise suddenly and requires immediate hospit...
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  C4IR Telangana and World Economic Forum to Spearhead High-Level Dialogues on Bio-economy, Digital Health, and Workforce Well-Being at BioAsia 2025 -        To focus on Telangana’s role in pioneering bio-economy and digital health innovation, fostering global collaborations, shaping the future of healthcare through expert panel discussions on generative biology and workforce well-being -        To unlock the potential of digital health with private workshops on bio-economy growth and holistic workforce health solutions. Hyderabad, 22 February 2025 – The Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution Telangana (C4IR Telangana), in collaboration with the World Economic Forum (WEF), will convene global thought leaders, industry experts, and policymakers at BioAsia 2025 to explore the future of the bio-economy, accelerate digital health adoption, and advance workforce well-being. Scheduled for February 25-26, 2025 , thes...
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  Adani Gangavaram Port Hosts Kabaddi Tournament to Promote Sports and Community Wellness Visakhapatnam: 19 th  February, 2025:  Adani Gangavaram Port in association with the Adani Foundation, organized a Kabaddi Tournament under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Program at Jalaripallipalem. The event witnessed an enthusiastic participation of local villagers, with the Senior Management of Adani Gangavaram Port and Foundation, along with village heads of Gangavaram, presenting medals and prizes to the winners. The tournament is part of a broader effort by the Port and Foundation to encourage physical fitness and promote sports culture in the region. Over the past three months, more than 750 local participants have actively competed in tournaments across various sports, including Volleyball, Cricket, Badminton, and Kabaddi. Adani Gangavaram Port and the Foundation have been instrumental in building community infrastructure such as gyms, sports grounds, a...
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  The Spectrum of Epilepsy: Diagnosis to Advanced Therapeutic Solutions                                 -         By Dr. Ramya Bandi, Consultant Paediatric Neurologist,          Ankura Hospital for Women and Children Epilepsy is a neurological condition characterized by/or tendency to have recurrent seizures, which result from abnormal electrical activity in the brain. These seizures can manifest in various forms, affecting awareness, muscle control, sensations, emotions, and behavior. Approximately 12 million people in India, about 1% of the population, live with epilepsy, with higher prevalence in rural areas. Globally, epilepsy affects around 50 million individuals, contributing signif...
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  Adani to Develop India’s Largest ‘Skill and Employ’ Program to Support ‘Make in India’   ·        Partners with Singapore’s ITE Education Services ·        D onates INR 2,000 Cr to build industry-ready talent pool ·        Plans world’s largest skill academy, with 25,000 learners annually   Hyderabad: 12 th February, 2025:   In line with Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani’s social philosophy सेवा   साधना   है ,  सेवा   प्रार्थना   है   और   सेवा   ही   परमात्मा   है , the Adani Group has partnered with ITE Education Services (ITEES) of Singapore to build a skilled talent pipeline for serving the needs of industries, including Green Energy, Manufacturing, Hi-tech, Project Excellence and Industrial Design. To build this talent pool of industry-ready workforce, the Adani family will donate over INR 2,000 Cr for establ...
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