Following on from series one of the previously named ‘Redefining Parenthood Podcast’, host Becky of DefiningMum is joined by co-host Hayley King of All Things Donor Conception to form the ‘Paths to Parenthub podcast’. Sharing perspectives as parents to donor-conceived children, and in Hayley’s case being a donor-conceived person herself, they focus on conversations about some of the more complex, nuanced aspects of donor conception. With the hope of providing different perspectives, informat ...
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In each episode, host Sabrina, who is the mother of a donor-conceived daughter, takes listeners on an enlightening journey of donor conception, and its impact on children and parents. ”Being Donor-Conceived” offers a blend of expert insights, personal stories, and heartfelt conversations, making it a must-listen for anyone interested in the profound journey of donor-conception. The podcast aims to address the often-private topic, challenging societal norms and expectations along the way. Wit ...
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Venus Rising builds on the work of the Center for Bioethics and Culture in the space of fertility, infertility, high-tech baby making and women's reproductive health. We sit down and chat with experts, authors, medical professionals, egg and sperm donors, as well as surrogates, and of course, women themselves, with their personal and often heart wrenching stories. Our guests include a wide-range of voices, even those we often have major disagreements with in the spirit of public conversation ...
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Single Mother by Choice (former co-host of The Mocha SMC Podcast) Hera McLeod teams up with her precocious nine year old daughter Estela for the podcast "Seeking Different". The Mom and Kid duo explore what it looks like to navigate the world as a non-traditional family. They discuss hot topics such as donor sibling relationships, family travel, school choice, race relations, and navigating the playground.
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Are you considering donor egg IVF and feeling overwhelmed? For soul led women on a donor egg pathway to parenthood. Honest and heart felt conversations, diving into all of the topics around donor egg ivf and what it means to parent a donor egg conceived child. Your host is Adele O’Connor an international educator, fertility coach, podcast host, best selling author and most importantly proud donor egg mama to her miracle son. When women seeking to create family after years of heartbreak, grie ...
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Everyone has family secrets, but what happens when those secrets are revealed? Two girls who grew up on opposite sides of the country, living completely different lives, take a DNA test to learn more about their heritage. Never could they have imagined what they would find. They discover they are sisters. Sounds like a movie plot right? Well for Hannah and Deanna this is real life. Both realize that their dads weren't biologically related to them and their parents used the aid of a sperm don ...
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If you’ve found your route to parenthood hasn’t been straightforward, The Fertility Podcast is for you. From how to optimise your fertility to getting pregnant naturally, navigating IVF, understanding donor conception or surrogacy to how to prepare for a life without children. Whatever your situation, you are not alone. Created by Natalie Silverman, a former fertility patient in 2014, I then joined forces with Kate Davies, an independent fertility nurse consultant as we spoke to a range of e ...
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Just Peoples co-founders Johanna de Burca and Christey West speak with inspiring humans who are tackling poverty in their communities across Africa and Asia, about their work, their lives and their peoples. Together we explore why we should give a buck. Why Give a Buck? is proudly brought to you by Just Peoples, an international nonprofit that directly connects givers and doers to address global poverty.
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Aleks Krotoski investigates sperm donors and why people put themselves and their future children at risk by going online to find them.
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We’ve all heard the saying: it takes a village to raise a child. For new daddies Brian and Ty, their village needed to be formed well before any children arrived. This docuseries chronicles their love story from their meeting at Gay Disney, through the circuitous route of family planning, donor-seeking, and surrogacy, and ultimately to their little love Leo. This series is a love letter to the village that made Leo’s life possible and will be enjoyed by anyone who loves Brian and Ty, enjoys ...
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Join me as I navigate my way through trying to conceive. I share my story, other's stories, interview experts and bring you on the journey of what it's really like dealing with infertility. I am right here with you!
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The Two AM Club: "Collecting Stories: A Discussioncast on Embracing Diverse Approaches to Raising Children Around the World.
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Welcome to The Two A.M. Club, where we have open and diverse conversations about parenting and partnerships across different cultures. Join us on an amazing journey as we explore the joys and challenges of raising children through the stories of parents from around the world. Our collection of stories represents a tapestry of cultures and personal experiences. We celebrate our differences and the love we share for our children. While everyone's parenting journey is unique, we find common gro ...
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Fertility doctor Jan Karbaat was renowned for getting amazing results. Women who were desperate for children would visit him at his Rotterdam clinic and leave pregnant. But when the clinic closed, rumours began about the methods Karbaat used to achieve his success. The children conceived at the clinic - the Karbaat Kids - began asking difficult questions about what happened to their mothers. What happened in Dr Karbaat’s clinic? From Somethin’ Else, The Immaculate Deception is a story about ...
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Go beyond the headlines and find out more about news stories from all over the globe. Hosted in London by multilingual journalist Pierfrancesco Loreto. Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/yourworldreporter/ and Instagram https://www.instagram.com/yourworldreporter/ Support the show at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/worldreporter Join us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and all other podcast directories.
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Laughter, Love, and Sperm Donors: A Unique Family Journey
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Send us a text Ever wondered how a couple embarks on the journey to parenthood in a world that doesn’t always understand? Our guests from Austin, Texas, share their powerful story of love, resilience, and the unexpected twists life can bring. From meeting as coworkers to raising two young children, they open up about the highs, lows, joys, and chal…
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68. Behind the scenes at Donor Nexus: Jazmine Corona's journey from Egg Donor to IP Case Manager
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Send us a text In this episode, we sit down with Jazmine Corona, a dedicated IP Case Manager at Donor Nexus, a boutique egg and embryo donation agency based in California. Jazmine shares her unique journey from being an egg donor herself to guiding intended parents through the emotional and practical aspects of selecting a donor. Jazmine discusses …
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Welcome back to what is the very beginning of a new series, with new voices that bring new and different fertility information for your ears. This episode is a special one, as Kate is joined by a very familiar voice, Natalie, the founder of the podcast and now Exec-producer. You might not know this but this year is The Fertility Podcast’s 10 year a…
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Grace Ongong'a on empowering women within deeply patriarchal systems
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Grace Ongong'a grew up in a typical polygamous family in rural Kenya, with one father, six mothers, and 24 siblings. In Grace's community, girls are expected to leave school as soon as they find a husband, marry young, and start families. But fortunately for Grace, her parents believed in her right to education and independence. After becoming a te…
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67.Educating and Empowering: The Mission of Plum Egg Donor Agency
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Send us a text In this episode of the Donor Egg Mama Podcast, Adele is joined by Amity Herrera, founder of Plum Egg Donor Agency, to discuss her extensive experience in the field of infertility and third-party reproduction. Key points include: Key Learnings: Empowerment Through Education: Understanding the importance of breaking the stigma around e…
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Season 3, Episode 1: Revolutionizing Donor Identity Disclosure with Dylan Morgan from Cascade Cryobank
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Ever wondered what it's like to transition from a sperm donor to the Chief Operations Officer of a leading cryobank? Join us in an eye-opening episode of Seeking Different as Dylan Morgan, COO of Cascade Cryobank, takes us through his personal and professional journey. We'll explore Cascade Cryobank's groundbreaking Early Identity Disclosure Progra…
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I’ve told my child they’re donor conceived - but does anyone else really need to know?
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Disclosing to our children the truth about their conception story is now (thankfully) seen as practice within our communities - however, deciding who else to tell, whether other family members, friends or even our children’s school teacher or caregiver can be a more complex choice. In this episode Becky and Hayley talk about their own personal expe…
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A New Chapter in Germany: Our Family's Warm Welcome
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Send us a text What happens when a family uproots their life and moves to a new country, only to find more warmth and support than they ever expected? That's our story as we kick off season two of the "2am Club" podcast! Relocate with us to Fürth, Germany, and listen to how we navigated the maze of finding a suitable nursery for our son. Forget tho…
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Listen to this audio by Dr. T. G. Prabhakar, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon from Kauvery Hospital, to learn about the types of bone and joint diseases. Watch the video on YouTube: Types of Bone & Joint Diseases Department: Orthopaedics Blog: Weight-bearing Exercises – 6 Effective Workouts for Strengthening Bones…
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Listen to this audio by Dr. Belinda Anet, Consultant in Pulmonary Medicine at Kauvery Hospital, to learn about the early detection of lung cancer. Watch the video on YouTube: Early Detection of Lung Cancer Department: Pulmonology Blog: Lung Cancer Screening Tests – when does one need it?By kauveryhospital
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66. In the Thick of It: Lisa's Fertility Journey and Donor Sibling Considerations
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Send us a text In this episode I get to talk to one of my Podcast Listeners from the UK, Lisa from Dorset. You will learn: - About her decision to use donor eggs: Lisa moves to a Czech clinic to avoid local donor complications, highlighting her thought process behind selecting anonymous donors abroad. - Emotional challenges and support: Lisa discus…
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Clean out your ears as you're in for a treat. Over the coming weeks, as we will the British Summer to impress us, we're going to be sharing with you right here on The Fertility Podcast feed, The F Word at Work episodes, which is the podcast created by Fertility Matters at Work and its what has kept Natalie busy for the last 18 months and why Kate h…
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In what is the last episode of this series, Kate is joined by the podcast’s editor, Ella to ask some quick-fire fertility questions. This episode packs a variety of information, from male factor infertility, ovulation induction medication, irregular periods and what this might mean for you to what to consider when choosing your fertility clinic. El…
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Breastfeeding Support for Late Preterms & the Evolved Developmental Niche, Anne Eglash MD & Karen Bodnar MD
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We first take a deep dive into hospital breastfeeding support strategies for late preterms dyads. We then turn our attention to the Evolved Developmental Niche, or how early infant care influences development of the vagal nerve and subsequent resiliency in life. Recorded in June 2024.By Anne Eglash
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65. Hindsight reflections: What's really important when choosing an egg donor?
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Send us a text In this episode, we delve into the critical considerations for selecting an egg donor and understanding genetics. Reflecting on my own journey, I share practical advice and offer reframes on common fears about donor selection and genetic traits. The conversation also covers the influence of epigenetics and the impact of the intended …
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Listen to this audio by Dr. S. Arun, Consultant Orthopaedician from Kauvery Hospital to learn some myths & facts about spine surgery. Watch the video on YouTube: Myths & Facts About Spine Surgery Department: Orthopaedics Blog: Wrong posture while riding two-wheelers damaging the spine in youngstersBy kauveryhospital
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Listen to this audio by Dr. Pushkala, a Consultant Pediatrician from Kauvery Hospital to learn about the impact of junk food in children. Watch the video on YouTube: Impact of Junk Food in Children Department: Paediatrics and Neonatology Blog: Headaches in Children, What Should You Know?By kauveryhospital
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Listen to this audio by Dr. S. Sham, Consultant - Rheumatologist from Kauvery Hospital to learn about some myths & facts about lupus (SLE). Watch the video on YouTube: Myths & Facts About Lupus (SLE) Department: Rheumatology Blog: Lupus mostly affects young womenBy kauveryhospital
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Listen to this audio by Dr. Dhivya Selvaraj, Consultant - Neurology from Kauvery Hospital to learn about the first-aid measures for heat stroke. Watch the video on YouTube: First-aid Measures for Heat Stroke Department: Neurology and Neuroscience Blog: Stroke in Pregnant WomenBy kauveryhospital
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Listen to this audio by Dr. Belinda Anet, Consultant Pulmonary Medicine from Kauvery Hospital to learn about whether smoking causes cancer. Watch the video on YouTube: Does Smoking Cause CancerBy kauveryhospital
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64. Considerations When Choosing A Known Egg Donor.
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Send us a text In this episode Adele explores considerations around choosing a known egg donor. This is a wonderful option and gold standard for child centred donor conception. There are also lots of considerations: What Relationship Do You Want to Have with Your Donor? What Kind of Input Do You Want Your Donor to Have on Your Child's Life and Upbr…
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Listen to this audio by Dr. Venkatraman Karthikeayan, Consultant - Neurologist and specialist in Neuroimmunology & Parkinson's Disease from Kauvery Hospital to learn about the treatment methods for multiple sclerosis. Watch the video on YouTube: Treatment Methods for Multiple Sclerosis Department: Neurology and Neuroscience Blog: What Is Multiple S…
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Listen to this audio by Dr. Anne Prewina Gurushekar, Consultant Paediatrician from Kauvery Hospital to learn about the tips to improve memory power in children. Watch the video on YouTube: Tips to Improve Memory Power in Children Department: Paediatrics and Neonatology Blog: Hypertension in ChildrenBy kauveryhospital
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Listen to this audio by Dr. B. Omprakash, Consultant - Transfusion Medicine from Kauvery Hospital to learn about the criteria & types of autologous blood donors. Watch the video on YouTube: Autologous Blood Donors - Criteria & TypesBy kauveryhospital
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Just a little trigger warning, this episode mentions miscarriage and pregnancy loss. If today is a day you’re not feeling too strong, perhaps leave this episode for another day. We have a HUGE back catalog to dive into, so there may be something else you fancy instead. This episode of The Fertility Podcast, Kate is joined by Louise to talk about he…
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In this episode, Hayley and Becky discuss a topic that is currently in the media due to the new Netflix Documentary, 'The Man with 1000 Kids'. This has raised questions and discussions about a number of donor siblings and the differences between worldwide family limits and UK family limits. Hayley, with personal experience dealing with donor siblin…
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Listen to this audio by Dr. Manivannan Consultant - Orthopaedic, Arthroscopy, and Joint replacement Surgeon from Kauvery Hospital to learn about causes & treatment for sports injuries. Watch the video on YouTube: Sports Injuries - Causes & Treatment Department: OrthopaedicsBy kauveryhospital
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Listen to this audio by Dr. S. Arun, Consultant Orthopaedician from Kauvery Hospital to learn about the causes and treatment for back pain. Watch the video on YouTube: Back Pain - Causes & Treatment Blog: 5 Signs your Back Pain might be an EmergencyBy kauveryhospital
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Listen to this audio by Dr. T.Siraj Fathima, Consultant Obstetrics & Gynaecologist from Kauvery Hospital to learn about the do's & don'ts for menstruation. Watch the video on YouTube: Do's & Don'ts for Menstruation Department: Obstetrics and GynecologyBy kauveryhospital
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Difference Between Parkinsonism Vs Parkinson's Disease
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Listen to this audio by Dr. Venkatraman Karthikeayan, Consultant - Neurologist, Specialist in Neuroimmunology & Parkinson's Disease from Kauvery Hospital to learn about the difference between Parkinsonism vs Parkinson's disease. Watch the video on YouTube: Difference Between Parkinsonism Vs Parkinson's Disease Department: Neurology and Neuroscience…
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Listen to this audio by Dr. P. Keerthivasan, Consultant Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon from Kauvery Hospital to learn whether chiropractic treatment is safe. Watch the video on YouTube: Is Chiropractic Treatment Safe? Department: Orthopaedics Blog: Understanding and Managing Degenerative Disc DiseaseBy kauveryhospital
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Listen to this audio by Dr. B. Omprakash, Consultant - Transfusion Medicine from Kauvery Hospital to learn about the types of blood donation. Watch the video on YouTube: Types of Blood DonationBy kauveryhospital
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63. How to Tell Your Child About Their Anonymous Donor?
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Send us a Text Message. In this short solo episode Adele O'Connor proud donor egg mama and fertilty coach, discusses the best strategies for introducing donor egg children to their origin story. This episode was inspired by a question from her community: Once you have a child conceived via donor egg, how do you actually introduce this to them? My d…
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S5 E2. Kat's Story! PCOS, TTC as a same sex couple, Choosing a Donor, Home Insemination, Miscarriage, Success with Two Children
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Today I am joined by Kat, who I went to high school with! She talks us through her personal women's health journey, her first marriage and then her TTC journey with her wife, which has resulted in their beautiful children. Today's episode covers; Missing periods TTC journey in first marriage PCOS diagnosis Tumor in her uterus Lichen Sclerosus Decid…
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Listen to this audio by Dr. Venkatraman Karthikeayan, Consultant - Neurologist, Specialist in Neuroimmunology & Parkinson's Disease from Kauvery Hospital to learn about the stages of Parkinson's disease. Watch the video on YouTube: Stages of Parkinson's Disease Department: Neurology and Neuroscience Blog: Deep Brain Simulations for the treatment of…
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Relationship Between Diabetes & Kidney Creatinine Levels
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Listen to this audio by Dr. R. Kishor Kumar, Consultant - Nephrologist from Kauvery Hospital to learn about the relationship between diabetes & kidney creatinine levels. Watch the video on YouTube: Relationship Between Diabetes & Kidney Creatinine Levels Department: Nephrology and Urology Science Blog: Difference between Kidney stones and Gall-blad…
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Listen to this audio by Dr. Anitha, Senior Consultant Gynaecologist from Kauvery Hospital to learn about the symptoms, causes & prevention of hot flashes. Watch the video on YouTube: Hot Flashes - Symptoms, Causes & Prevention Department: Obstetrics and Gynecology Blog: The importance of Annual Gynaecological Health Check-up…
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Laminectomy - Cervical, Thoracic, & Lumbar Level Procedure
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Listen to this audio by Prof. Ranganathan Jothi, Director of Neurosciences from Kauvery Hospital to learn about laminectomy - cervical, thoracic, & lumbar level procedure. Watch the video on YouTube: Laminectomy - Cervical, Thoracic, & Lumbar Level Procedure Department: Neurology and NeuroscienceBy kauveryhospital
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Bright Shitemi on tackling the mental health crisis in Africa
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Bright Shitemi experienced depression and suicidal ideation as a young man following the traumatic aftermath of his mother's attempted suicide when he was a child. He learned firsthand how mental health is treated by Kenyan society and how people suffering are stigmatised, marginalised and even criminalised. In this episode, Bright shares how he ca…
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Prevention of Back Pain While Sitting | Posture Correction
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Listen to this audio by Dr. P. Keerthivasan, Consultant Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon from Kauvery Hospital to learn about the prevention of back pain while sitting and posture correction. Watch the video on YouTube: Prevention of Back Pain While Sitting Department: Orthopaedics Blog: Wrong posture while riding two-wheelers damaging the spine in youngs…
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Listen to this audio by Dr. K. Srikanth, Consultant Vascular Surgeon from Kauvery Hospital to learn about the causes of varicose veins. Watch the video on YouTube: Causes of Varicose Veins Department: Vascular Surgery Blog: Varicose Veins – Causes And TreatmentBy kauveryhospital
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Listen to this audio by Dr. Mani Ram Krishna, Consultant - Paediatric Cardiologist from Kauvery Hospital to learn about some tips to protect the new-born from heart disease. Watch the video on YouTube: How to Protect New-born from Heart Disease Department: Cardiology Blog: Signs That Your Baby Has Congenital Heart Defect…
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Listen to this audio by Dr. S. Arun, Consultant Orthopaedics from Kauvery Hospital to learn about the do's & don'ts during gym workouts. Watch the video on YouTube: Do's & Don'ts During Gym Workouts Department: OrthopaedicsBy kauveryhospital
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Diabetic Kidney Disease - Symptoms & Prevention
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Listen to this audio by Dr. Kishor Kumar, Consultant - Nephrologist from Kauvery Hospital to learn about the symptoms and prevention of diabetic kidney disease. Watch the video on YouTube: Diabetic Kidney Disease - Symptoms & Prevention Department: Nephrology and Urology Science Blog: Please have a kidney check-up before starting a high-protein die…
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Listen to this audio by Dr. P. Keerthivasan, Consultant Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon from Kauvery Hospital to learn about the ways to prevent back pain For bike riders. Watch the video on YouTube: How to Prevent Back Pain For Biker Riders Department: OrthopaedicsBy kauveryhospital
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