Tata Memorial Hospital

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There has been a rise in misinformation and “fake news” spreading through the Internet regarding unproven and unconventional treatments for cancer patients, claims the Tata Memorial Hospital (TMH). (Photo: Representational Image)

Viral cancer cure message fake: Tata Memorial hospital

For instance, a social media message claiming that hot coconut water is the solution to cancer has gone viral over the last few days.

18 May 2019 4:08 AM

Bus carrying doctors crashes into trailer on highway

The driver died on the spot, and 30 injured doctors have been shifted to a nearby civil hospital.

02 Sep 2018 6:08 AM

A press release by Tata Memorial Hospital said Rupali Kalkundre was found unconscious in her room at the hospital and could not be revived despite attempts. (Representational Image)

31-yr-old Mumbai doctor kills self by injecting medicines

An anesthesiologist with Tata Memorial Hospital, Rupali Kalkundre, was under treatment for depression for the last few years.

04 Jun 2018 11:51 AM

The police have sent her body fluid and blood samples for testing to the Kalina-based FSL, while the body was sent to the civic-run KEM Hospital for post mortem.

Tata doc commits suicide by injecting self with anaesthetic

The forensic report is expected to establish the exact cause of the death.

04 Jun 2018 2:05 AM

‘Tobacco causes painful death’ does not explain the fact that the life span of tobacco users also gets shortened

Clearly explain tobacco text warnings: Delhi government

Health ministry advised to print early death message on products.

01 May 2018 1:00 AM

The gynaecologists have got at least 100 patients who were misguided due to absence of a physical examination. (Representational Image)

Physical examination of pelvic area must: Experts

Unlike the usual visit to a dentist or ophthalmologist, it does not occur to many to pay a routine visit to the gynaecologist as well.

08 Mar 2018 5:38 AM

In India, 132,000 cases of cervical cancer are detected every year

Cervical cancer treated better sans surgery: Study

In stage 3 of the disease, chemotherapy works well together with radiotherapy instead of radiotherapy alone.

08 Mar 2018 5:32 AM

He has pointed to its health hazards for youngsters and has asked for its ban under the Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products Act 2003 (COTPA). (Representational image)

Anti-cancer activist raises alarm over young smokers

Serving hookahs in bars or restaurants with poor fire safety standards and no separate fire exits continue to be a grave safety hazard.

12 Jan 2018 2:23 AM

Smoking has decreased by 3.2 per cent (from 27.6 per cent to 24.4 per cent) while use of oral (smokeless) tobacco in women stands at 8.2 per cent, higher than men’s at 1.9 per cent.

Tobacco use declines: Report

Consumption by minors has increased, claims Global Adult Tobacco Survey.

09 Dec 2017 2:48 AM

Indira Gandhi International Airport, and Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport are one of the 27 busy airports of the world which do not have any indoor smoke free policies. (Photo: Representational)

Experts fume, seek smoke-free policies at airports

A team, led by cancer specialists, said they took such steps after not receiving any favourable response from the airport authorities.

02 Dec 2017 1:49 AM

The funds will help in making the cancer facility better.

Government grants Rs 35 crore to cancer centre

There has been a rise in the number of cancer patients across the state.

19 Jun 2017 2:24 AM

Bombay HC grants LIC time to reply to PIL filed by TMH

The court has allowed three other organisations to intervene in the petition and listed the matter for hearing after the vacation.

28 Apr 2017 4:43 AM

PIL in Bombay HC questions govt policy on tobacco

The PIL was recently filed by Sumitra Pednekar, widow of former state home and labour minister Satish Pednekar who died of oral cancer.

16 Apr 2017 2:54 PM

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari (Photo; PTI)

Free stay for cancer patients’ kin

Union minister Nitin Gadkari inaugurated 165 dormitory blocks in the city.

31 Mar 2017 2:35 AM

A number of patients have already experienced the positive impact of this activity.

Cancer patients ride high on horse therapy at Mahalaxmi Race Course

Equine therapy or horse therapy is a form of experiential therapy that involves interactions between patients & horses which enhances skills

04 Feb 2017 1:51 AM

Out of the five per cent, the percentage of abandonment of girl child’s treatment is three per cent. (Photo: Pixabay)

Report shows fall in cancer treatment dropout rate

Figures revealed that from 25 per cent in 2009-10, it came down to 5 per cent in the year 2015-16.

15 Jan 2017 3:17 AM

Bollywood star Aditya Roy Kapoor took part in ‘HOPE 2016’ with child cancer patients at Tata Memorial Hospital in Parel on Sunday. (Photo: Debasish Dey)

Kin of cancer patients to get shelter homes by Tata Memorial Hospital

If enough sponsors pitch in once the facility starts, the food served there will either be free of cost or be priced at minimal rates.

19 Dec 2016 4:38 AM

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