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Dr Preetha Reddy

Dr Preetha Reddy

MEDI-SCENE

Early detection is key: How advanced diagnostics are transforming Indian health care

Precision diagnostics are at the forefront of a healthcare revolution, enabling earlier disease detection and a shift from reactive to proactive care

By Dr Preetha Reddy May 31, 2026

India's medical heritage meets modern science: A new era for health care

Whole Person Health is a growing paradigm shift in health care, moving beyond acute interventions to focus on how well individuals live after illness, emphasising strength and quality of life over time

By Dr Preetha Reddy May 17, 2026

How telerobotic surgery is redefining health care access

Telerobotic surgery allows specialised expertise to reach patients remotely, overcoming geographical barriers and improving access to advanced health care

By Dr Preetha Reddy May 03, 2026

The global weight loss revolution: How drugs are redefining obesity

Weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro are reshaping the global conversation around obesity, moving it from personal struggle to a recognised chronic disease

By Dr Preetha Reddy April 19, 2026

Antibiotic resistance in India: A growing crisis and what we can do

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a silent crisis where microbes evolve to withstand the medicines meant to treat them, threatening to undo centuries of healthcare progress

By Dr Preetha Reddy April 05, 2026

The growing concern: Watch out for early signs of emotional overload in children

Emotional wellbeing in children is shifting towards concerning early signs of anxiety and overload due to modern pressures

By Dr Preetha Reddy March 22, 2026

Why India needs menopause-ready healthcare

The ultimate goal should be to move past stigma and provide women with the "menopause-ready" support to ensure their later years are lived with independence and dignity

By Dr Preetha Reddy March 08, 2026

Recovery doesn’t end at discharge: Care needs to continue at home

India’s health system must recognise structured home health care as a vital patient-centred extension of hospital care to ensure better recovery

By Dr Preetha Reddy February 22, 2026

Stroke in India: Why public awareness is the best defence

Stroke awareness is critical in India, where its incidence is rising, because time is the most decisive factor in preventing long-term disability

By Dr Preetha Reddy February 08, 2026

AI and the next horizon of medicine

AI in healthcare is revolutionising medicine by enabling faster diagnostics and predictive insights, freeing clinicians to focus on patient care

By Dr Preetha Reddy January 25, 2026
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