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Blood Donation Drive at Vision Hospital, Mapusa Collects 22 Units for Community Needs

A blood donation drive organised at Vision Hospital, Mapusa, in collaboration with Loving Hearts Goa and North Goa District Hospital’s Asilo Blood Bank saw 31 registrations, with 22 eligible donors successfully donating blood.

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Giant 30 cm Polycystic Kidney Successfully Removed at Manipal Hospital Goa

A 45-year-old patient with Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease underwent a complex open nephrectomy at Manipal Hospital Goa after one kidney enlarged to nearly 30 cm. Despite the challenging anatomy and multiple cysts, the surgery was successfully completed with minimal blood loss.

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Rohan Khaunte Celebrates World Senior Citizens Day with Focus on Health, Security and Dignity in Porvorim

Tourism Minister and Porvorim MLA Rohan A. Khaunte marked World Senior Citizens Day with healthcare, wellness, financial literacy and social engagement activities aimed at promoting dignity and an active life for the elderly.

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37 Donate Blood at S.S. Dempo College Camp Organised by Manipal Hospital Goa on Doctors’ Day

Commemorating National Doctors’ Day, Manipal Hospital Goa organised a blood donation camp at S.S. Dempo College of Commerce & Economics in collaboration with several community partners. A total of 37 donors came forward, reinforcing the importance of voluntary blood donation in saving lives and strengthening blood bank reserves across Goa.

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Early Detection and New Treatments Offer Hope for Alzheimer’s Patients: Dr. Amrut S D

Early diagnosis, advanced blood tests, brain imaging, and new treatment options are transforming Alzheimer's care, says Dr. Amrut S D, Consultant Neurologist at Manipal Hospital Goa. He emphasised that timely intervention and supportive care can significantly improve patients' quality of life.