Thalassemia is an inherited blood disorder which is characterized by lower oxygen-carrying protein (hemoglobin). Today is World Thalassemia Day, and the theme for this year is Be Aware, Share, Care. Dr. Bhavesh Parekh, Head, Shalby Cancer & Research Institute (SCRI) Ahmedabad explains in detail what is thalassemia, its sub-types, how it is diagnosed and how it is managed.
In India, the family unit plays an essential role not only in the decision-making process for cancer treatments but also in the aftercare and recovery journey. This is especially true for complex procedures such as Cytoreductive Surgery (CRS) followed by Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal...
Ovarian cancer is often diagnosed at an advanced stage, when the disease has spread throughout the abdominal cavity. A key characteristic of this cancer is its tendency to spread to the peritoneum—the inner lining of the abdomen. About 75% or more of...
A cancer diagnosis is life-altering, not just emotionally and physically, but also financially. The cost of cancer treatment can be overwhelming, from diagnostic tests and surgeries to chemotherapy, radiation, and follow-up care. At Shalby Hospitals, we understand that financial stress should never...