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  • Becoming Better Learners with Dance Movement Therapy
    Tripura Kashyap, founder-director of Apoorva Dance Theatre in Bangalore and one of the pioneers of Creative Movement Therapy in India writes about her weekly dance therapy sessions for a group of 8 to 12 year olds with learning disabilities, Down's Syndrome, Autism and Intellectual Disabilities.  On my return to Bangalore after my training in Dance Therapy in the US, Iwas approached by the Baldwin Opportunity School to hold weekly dance therapy sessions for their children in the age group…
  • How Daily Living Aids Empower and Enable Persons with Disability
    Mobility and accessibility aids can help people maintain independence in the activities that are most important to them. We spoke to a few people with different disabilities about the aids that empower them  Preethi Srinivasan, Founder Soulfree, quadriplegic due to a Spinal Cord Injury (pic above) Perhaps the two important things I use that give me full freedom are my speech activated software (Dragon Naturally Speaking) that allows me to use the computer with complete independence.…
  • People in Wheelchairs Take to the Skies for Paragliding
    Since its inception in 2014, Adventures Beyond Barriers Foundation, which promotes inclusion by enabling Persons with Disability (PwD) and able bodied people to participate in adventure sports like paragliding, marathons, trekking, scuba diving and mountaineering together, has impacted close to 4000 PwDs and over 1.5 lakh able bodied people. Yashasvini Rajeshwar, Head of Media and Communication of ABBF, gives details about the pioneering effort. Tell us about this unique thought and its genesis…
  • Cancer: The Roadmap for Tomorrow Depends on Early Detection
    Race to Rein-in-Cancer organised a Cancer Conference in New Delhi to focus on the need for early detection and to set the perspective right for Cancer prevention and treatment now and in the coming years. Race to Rein-in-cancer in collaboration with Indian Science Congress Association (Delhi Chapter) and Media India Centre for Research & Development organised an informative and well organised Oncology Conference at India Habitat Centre in New Delhi on 18th November. A risk factor in the…
  • Film Festival that Puts the Spotlight on Depression and Loneliness
    A film festival dedicated exclusively to mental health, particularly depression, is on this weekend in Pune with screenings of several award winning films. We speak to Anushri Thakar, Clinical Psychologist & Co- founder, TRIMITI Trust, who curated the Mental Health Film Festival (MHFF) to create awareness and build an inclusive society. MindScope, a festival of films focusing on mental health, seems unique. What was the inspiration behind it? Creating awareness on mental health is one of…
  • Drug Update: Systemics and Biologics for Psoriasis
    Recently there were two new updates on Psoriasis treatment. The use of biologics for Psoriasis and the launch of an advanced systemics drug by Glenmark. Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that affects over 125 million people worldwide. In India alone 33 million people are affected. It is a autoimmune disorder where the normal skin cells are attacked by the body's own immune system causing skin plaques & inflammation.  Besides being a cosmetic issue, it is known to emotionally scar…
  • Stroke Prevention and Management – What You Can Do
    Stroke is the third leading cause of death in India and a leading cause of disability. Dr. Atulabh Vajpeyee, neurologist and founder of the Stroke Support Group Udaipur (SSGU), talks about the magnitude of the problem of stroke, how to rein in your risks and the importance of correct and timely management of the disease. Stroke is the second most common cause of death after coronary artery diseases. What are the different types of stroke? It is the second leading cause of death in the world,…
  • Digital Story Telling Creates Moments of Happiness for People with Dementia
    Elly Park, Assistant Clinical Lecturer in Occupational Therapy, University of Alberta talks about the findings from a multi-site study into dementia and use of digital storytelling with memories I was sitting on the sofa across from Christine in her home. She offered me a cup of coffee. Each time I visited, she sat in the same spot — the place where she felt most comfortable and safe. She had shared stories from the past and decided to talk about the birth of her daughters, grandchildren…
  • ‘Decisions must be in the Best Interest of the Patient’
    Dr. M.R Rajagopal, Chairman, Pallium India, delves into the ethical dilemmas surrounding end-of-life decisions, the fundamental right to live with dignity and quality of life. Palliative care should be made available to every person who needs it. An interview with PatientsEngage. PE: The role of medicine is extension of life. So shouldn't all efforts be made to extend life of a patient under any and every circumstance? The primary function of a medical system is to help a person stay healthy…