Obesity on the rise in women across Karnataka

Data shows obesity affects over half of urban women and one third of rural populations, underscoring urgent need to increase awareness on healthy dietary habits, exercise and preventive healthcare ...

Published on June 1, 2026

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Mangalurean doctor selected as a Legislative Fellow by the US govt

MANGALURU: A Mangalurean doctor has been selected as a Legislative Fellow, a fellowship supported by the US Department of State. Dr. Edmond Fernandes, Founder & CEO, Centre for Health Development (CH...

Published on September 27, 2017

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Mangaluru doctor makes a difference with relief mission camps

MANGALURU: AFter completing MD (Doctor of Medicine in Community Medicine), everyone expected Edmond Fernandes to follow the traditional route of practising medicine in a hospital or private clinic. Bu...

Published on August 20, 2017

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