Radiotherapy for breast cancer appears to offer short-term protection against Alzheimer’s disease, a study has found. Image credit: Israel Sebastian/Getty Images.
• A cohort study led by researchers from Samsung Medical Center in South Korea examined the prevalence of Alzheimer’s disease in breast cancer survivors.
• The scientists compared the prevalence of Alzheimer’s to the different methods of cancer treatment and also to a group of healthy women.
• The researchers found that breast cancer survivors treated with radiation therapy had an 8% reduced risk of developing Alzheimer’s in the short term.
Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers among women, and according to the American Cancer SocietyTrusted Source, women have a one in eight chance of developing it at some point.
At the same time, Alzheimer’s disease is another public health challenge. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, it affects an estimated seven million people in the United States alone.
The researchers noted that a common concern with cancer treatments is that they may cause long-term cognitive side effects, so they explored whether breast cancer treatments impact the chances of developing Alzheimer’s.
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The Department of ENT and Head & Neck Surgery, RajaRajeswari Medical College & Hospital, Bengaluru, takes immense pride in congratulating Dr. Rajendran Dinesh Kumar for his outstanding achievements at the 42nd State Conference AOIKCON of the Association of Otolaryngologists of Karnataka, held from 18–21 September 2025.
Dr. Dinesh Kumar was invited as Faculty to deliver an insightful talk on “The Role of Biologics in Allergic Rhinitis” and also served as Judge for the prestigious Dr. A. Mahadevaiah ENT PG Case Series Presentation.
Adding further distinction, he has been nominated as an Editorial Board Member for the Karnataka ENT State Journal.
We are especially delighted to share that Dr. Dinesh Kumar was conferred with the Gold Medal for the Dr. N. D. Purushottam Innovation in ENT Award, along with a cash prize and certificate—an exceptional recognition of his innovative contributions to the specialty.
The Department congratulates Dr. Rajendran Dinesh Kumar on these remarkable accomplishments and wishes him continued success in his academic and professional journey.
Ayudha Puja was celebrated with devotion and enthusiasm at RajaRajeswari Medical College and Hospital on 27th September 2025, as part of the Navaratri festival. This auspicious occasion, dedicated to the worship of tools, instruments, and machinery, symbolizes gratitude towards the implements that support our daily work and progress.
The celebration began with the traditional cleaning and decoration of all equipment, machines, and vehicles used within the institution. They were adorned with flowers, sandalwood paste, and vermilion, highlighting the cultural reverence for tools as an extension of divine energy.
The puja was performed by the priest, invoking blessings of Goddess Saraswati (goddess of knowledge), Goddess Durga (symbol of strength), and Lord Vigneshwara. Faculty, Non Teaching staff, and students participated in the ceremony with sincerity and devotion.
Dr. Vijayanand, Executive Director-RRGI participated in each puja and wished all the staff and students with distributing sweets.
The event concluded with the distribution of prasadam and a spirit of renewed dedication towards work and learning. Ayudha Puja served as a reminder that knowledge, tools, and skills are sacred and must be used with responsibility and respect.
Founder’s Day was celebrated with great enthusiasm on 22nd September 2025 at the ACS Convention Centre, located within the RajaRajeswari Medical College and Hospital (RMCH) campus. The event marked not only the birthday of the Founder and Chairman, Dr. A.C. Shanmugam, but also served as a celebration of his remarkable contributions to education, healthcare, and social upliftment.
The celebrations commenced with a vibrant song and dance performance by students of RajaRajeswari Group of Institutions (RRGI), dedicated to Dr. A.C. Shanmugam. The performance expressed gratitude for his visionary leadership and lasting impact on society. This was followed by an invocation song and a warm welcome address by Dr. Edwin Devadoss, Dean of RajaRajeswari Dental College & Hospital (RRDCH).
Dr. A.C. Shanmugam then took to the stage to deliver a deeply inspiring speech. He reflected on the institution’s humble beginnings, the early challenges, and the enduring belief in the transformative power of education. Today, with over 35 educational institutions under its banner, the RajaRajeswari Group has become a symbol of excellence in academics, character-building, and community service. Dr. Shanmugam paid tribute to the faculty, students, alumni, and supporters, emphasizing that Founder’s Day is not only a tribute to the past, but a renewed promise to a future rooted in compassion, excellence, and service.
Mr. Manjunath, former MLA of Magadi, praised Dr. Shanmugam’s significant contributions to the field of education, especially medical education, and wished him continued success in his mission to create more such institutions. Dr. Arunachalam, Chairman of Best Club, also extended heartfelt birthday wishes and expressed hope that Dr. Shanmugam would go on to establish many more centers of learning.
The event featured a felicitation ceremony, where representatives from each institution under the RajaRajeswari Group honored Dr. Shanmugam. In turn, Dr. Shanmugam felicitated outstanding staff members from across the institutions for their exemplary service. He also presented awards and prizes to students who excelled in various sports and cultural competitions held in the lead-up to Founder’s Day.
The celebration was a moving tribute to a visionary leader and the legacy he continues to build. As the day drew to a close, one message rang clear — Dr. A.C. Shanmugam’s journey is not just a personal success story, but a shared mission that continues to shape countless lives. We extend our warmest birthday wishes to Dr. Shanmugam and look forward to many more milestones under his inspiring leadership.
