Shailaja Asave, a non-smoker, who developed lung cancer at 67, believed to be due to a gene mutation prevalent in Asian women, is undergoing targeted therapy and living each day to the fullest. Read about her diagnosis, treatment and unbeatable…
Barnana Chakraborti was a successful professional before she gave it all up to devote full time to her son when he was diagnosed with autism. Her spirit and positivity are indeed something to learn from as she talks about how she overcomes emotional…
Sangeetha Param, a 24 year old living with bipolar disorder and depression, is a successful employee, has authored two books and is no longer afraid to talk in public about her mental health issues. Read her reflective piece.
"I have bipolar…
Azra Fatima, 27 and her younger sister Arsheen Fatima both have thalassemia major and are partners in pain. Azra talks about the motivation provided by her family and her passion for her career. Also, tips by Mr. Aleem Baig for parents of children…
Amita Modi, 44 from Ahmedabad, was diagnosed with Oral Tongue Cancer survivor when she was 28. Her 18 month old daughter motivated her to stay strong and positive through her cancer treatment. She still worries about her stress triggering off a…
Vijay Nallawala, has been living with bipolar disorder for 42 years and runs a peer support group. Here he takes us through his journey of mental and physical recovery that could be an inspiration to others affected by similar conditions.
When a…
Aditi Gupta, 23 from Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh has been in pain for the last 5 years, battling an invisible condition called Fibromyalgia. She still has not found a cure, but has not given up hope – yet.
I suffer from a chronic pain illness called…
A wonderful poem by Dipti Bhatia, the deputy director of Vidya Sagar, a Chennai based organization working with persons with multiple disabilities. She has congenital visual impairment and is passionate about inclusion and equality.
To be a part,…
World Disability Day, December 3rd, sheds light on an often ignored ‘minority’, which makes up 15% of the world’s population. While the focus is on ‘inclusivity’, most people are unaware of its existence. Wheelchair user, film-maker and travel…
