Naved Patel, 26 year old chef, entrepreneur, food stylist, suffered severe allergy from his pet dogs that left him acutely breathless, damaged his power to smell and scarred him for life. Here he narrates how it all began. We also talk to Dr. Anil Ballani to understand dog allergy.

We are a family of passionate pet lovers. At age 20, when I landed up with 3 dogs in the house, I was over the moon. I was the proud owner of three puppies - two Labradors and one Pug. I named the Labradors Hugo and Fluffy and the Pug Bebo.

Dhruv Balachander, who was diagnosed with Fragile-X syndrome and autism at a young age, is a skilful and prolific self taught artist who has created over 100 artworks that have been framed, sold, gifted or displayed. His mother, Vimal, writes about the exceptional vibrancy and energy in his paintings.

‘Not in matter, but in thought, not in possessions but in ideas, are to be found the seeds of immortality’ - Sir JC Bose, scientist.

Nandita Banerjee, 60 a certified Diabetes educator with DAY (Diabetes Awareness and You) in Kolkata, talks about how she has been battling this silent killer herself for the last 18 years with a  lot of success.

Please tell us a bit about your condition.

I have been suffering from Type 2 Diabetes for last 18 years, but have managed to keep myself disciplined and in control

When were you diagnosed?

In 2001

Shrenik Shah, 67 from Ahmedabad, India was diagnosed with Larynx (Vocal Folds) cancer, stage IV A 22 years ago. He now speaks with an Electrolarynx to motivate and inspire others.

What were the early symptoms? What made you go see a doctor?