Health talk on myths of cholesterol
Dr. Vivek gave a talk to the employees bursting the myths behind cholesterol intake and the inculcation of good fats in our daily food intake. The long-standing views about any fat being bad to our heart was breached in the latest randomized controlled trials, hypothesising that reducing the overall carbohydrate intake and avoiding calorie excess is the most optimal way to stay healthy.
Importance of gut health
The importance of fiber and healthy prebiotic food is often understated in nutrition studies. Dr. Vivek here, speaks about the paramount importance of gut health, probiotics, prevention of leaky gut and diets to reduce inflammation. Inflammation is recognized as an integral component of pathophysiology behind chronic diseases.
Avoid fad diets
Gen-Z has grown up alongside millennials following a diet pattern synonymous with the advent of short focussed and fad diets. The detrimental effect of extreme calorie modification and depletion has often been ignored by the people who advocate these diets for weight loss. Dr. Vivek spoke about the importance of a sustained healthy nutritive lifestyle and the adverse effects of following fad diets.
Importance of protein enrichment
Protein deficiency is most common in India. Traditional south Indian diet contains a large proportion of carbohydrates in the form of rice, idli, dosa or puri. The amount of protein that is consumed is significantly low. Ideal protein requirement is 1-2g/kg/day. Dr. Vivek addressed the audience and enlightened them about the benefits of protein enriched diet and several ways to ensure each meal is protein filled.
ALLERGOCON 2025
Dr.Raghuram shared his insights at the prestigious Christian Medical College, Vellore in the 5th National Conference on Asthma, Allergy and Immunology (ALLERGOCON 2025). He engaged in scientific discussion with other stalwarts of the allergy community and together they discussed about how to raise awareness in the general public about the necessity of allergy testing and early initiation of immunotherapy.
IAE Karnataka - Symposium on ECHO evaluation after TAVR
Addressing the stalwarts of the medical community and experts in cardiovascular structural interventions, Dr. Vivek shared his insights on the importance of ECHO evaluation after Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR).
APFICON conference
Dr. Raghuram gave an insightful talk at the Academy of Family Physicians of India, 2nd joint State Conference of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. The theme of the conference was Family Medicine – The Heart of Healthcare.
Autism Awareness program
Autism spectrum and behavioural disorders are on the rise in children and young adults due to the advent of social media and new-age telecommunication. Spectrum care, an organization that aids in early diagnosis and intervention for autism and autistic spectrum disorders was formed by our team. A webinar was organized by Dr.Raghuram to raise awareness among people about Autism and other behavioural disorders in children.
Siri Live Television program
Dr. Vivek spoke on live television about heart health, heart attacks, cardiac arrests, heart failure and interventions to save a life. He also took phone calls on air, and answered the queries posed by various people about identification of a heart attack, basic life support, importance of early treatment for cardiac disease etc.
