Fostering Disability-Inclusive Societies for Advancing Social Progress – The theme for the 2025 International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Every year on December 3rd, the globe observes the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD), a global event devoted to advancing inclusion, defending rights, and raising awareness of the difficulties experienced by people with disabilities. The 2025 theme, “Fostering disability-inclusive communities for promoting social progress,” serves as a potent reminder that without equal chances […]
Genetic Counsellor Awareness Day: Celebrating the Science of Care and Compassion
Every year, November 14 is observed as Genetic Counsellor Awareness Day — a day dedicated to recognizing professionals who help individuals and families understand the language of their genes. Genetic counsellors blend science, empathy, and communication to guide patients through questions related to inherited diseases, pregnancy risks, family history, and genetic test results. If DNA […]
A Landmark Orthopedic Surgical Milestone at JSS Hospital
Seeking the blessings of His Holiness Jagadguru Dr. Sri Shivaratri Rajendra Mahaswami ji and offering our humble pranams to His Holiness Jagadguru Sri Shivarathri Deshikendra Mahaswami ji, JSS Hospital has achieved a historic milestone in healthcare. For the very first time in Mysuru, the Department of Orthopedics successfully performed a Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty (RTSA) […]
Paediatric Bone and Joint Diseases: Building Healthy Foundations for Life
Strong bones, bright future Childhood is a duration of great change and growth of life, during which the body develops the strength and mobility it will need throughout its life, bones lengthen, and joints become more flexible. However, if not identified and treated promptly, a number of bone and joint diseases in youngsters can impact […]
Rabies: A Fatal but Preventable Disease – Be Informed and Keep Others Informed
Introduction Rabies is one of the deadliest diseases known to humankind — 100% fatal once symptoms appear, yet 100% preventable with timely action. It is caused by the rabies virus, transmitted primarily through the bite or exposure to a rabid animal. More than 20000 people die with rabies in India every year. How Rabies Spreads […]
Understanding Prediabetes – JSS Hospital
Prediabetes is a health condition that often flies under the radar but has significant implications for long-term health. It affects millions of people worldwide, with many unaware they have it. By understanding what prediabetes is, how it develops, and how to manage it, individuals can take steps to prevent its progression to type 2 diabetes […]
Down Syndrome: A Promising Future Together – From Medical Challenge to Social Opportunity
A healthy human cell contains 46 number of chromosomes existing in 23 pairs. Chromosomes carry the genetic information of a living organism in the form of a hereditary material called Deoxyribose nucleic acid (DNA). Any deviation in chromosome number results in health conditions, collectively referred to as chromosomal abnormalities or aneuploidies. Down Syndrome (DS) is […]
Eat Right for a Better Life – Nutrition Tips from JSS Experts
Every year, September 1-7 is observed as National Nutrition Week in India – a time when we pause and reflect on what’s really on our plates, how it affects our bodies, and how the food choices we make today shape the quality of our future. Nutrition goes beyond simply satisfying hunger – it powers our […]
Monsoon Immune Boosters For Kids
During monsoon season, while the rain brings relief from the heat, it also brings health challenges for kids as they are more susceptible to infection. As parents, focusing on nutrition is crucial to keep our little ones healthy and protected from common monsoon ailments like cold, cough, flu and gastrointestinal infections. To keep your little […]
Commemorate World Fragile X Day July 22nd
Together for Awareness, Together for Hope What is Fragile X syndrome? A genetic disorder caused by a mutation in the FMR1 gene. Located on the X chromosome. Required for normal cognitive development and synaptic function in the brain. In individuals with FXS, there is an abnormal expansion of the CGG triplet repeat in the FMR1 […]