Human-street dog interactions in India are predominantly uneventful with 82 per cent of observed encounters involving approachable or neutral behaviour, according to a research on street dogs and public health by the University of Edinburgh. Data from the research show that only 2 per cent of human-street dog interactions involved aggression such as barking, chasing,…
An analysis of blood samples from patients of chronic fatigue syndrome has revealed substances, or `biomarkers`, indicating the condition — a finding which is seen as a “concrete step” towards developing a diagnostic blood test. Researchers from Cornell University, US, said that in the absence of lab tests for diagnosing the condition, doctors have to…
Women with Down syndrome have more advanced signs of Alzheimer`s disease than men do, according to research. However, the average age of Down syndrome diagnosis is the same for both men and women, said the University of California, Irvine. The study suggests that women with Down syndrome may carry a higher burden of beta amyloid…
There has been a surge in preterm births in India, prompting concern among doctors. Experts are witnessing an uptick in a greater number of babies born before the full term of pregnancy, which can lead to serious health issues. For the uninitiated, preterm birth refers to the delivery of a baby before completing 37 weeks…
Cats with dementia share brain changes similar to humans with Alzheimer’s disease, offering a valuable model for studying the condition, according to a study on Tuesday. Scientists at the University of Edinburgh in the UK discovered a build-up of the toxic protein amyloid-beta in the brains of cats with the condition — one of the…
A team of US scientists showed that Artificial Intelligence (AI) can help detect early larynx or voice box cancer from the sound of the patient’s voice. Cancer of the voice box is an important public health burden. In 2021, there were an estimated 1.1 million cases of laryngeal cancer worldwide, and approximately 100,000 people died…
For Mumbaikars, the vada pav is an emotion and the quintessential roadside snack that simply cannot be replaced with any other street food. Available for a bare minimum of Rs 12 onwards, the street food encompasses the complete essence of the city’s love for batata vadas and pav. In fact, even as TasteAtlas featured Mumbai…
In a remarkable case of recovery, Ashfaq, a 19-year-old boy from Mauritius defied the odds after suffering a severe foot injury in a road accident. Initially advised for a below-knee amputation due to the extent of his injuries, the Mauritian`s story took a dramatic turn for the better because of regenerative therapy. It all happened…
This Raksha Bandhan was more than just a celebration of sibling love because it became a symbol of life, sacrifice, and hope for two children in Mumbai. In the quiet corners of the hospital’s paediatric ward, a young girl gently tied a rakhi on her 11-year-old brother’s wrist – not just as a ceremonial gesture,…
Psoriasis, the autoimmune skin condition, can also affect the joints, leading to psoriatic arthritis, which may cause severe joint damage if not diagnosed and treated on time, warn experts. Psoriasis causes inflammation in the skin, resulting in dry, itchy, scaly patches, primarily on the scalp, elbows, knees, or lower back. This happend because the body’s…
Blowing into a conch might be more effective in easing symptoms of sleep apnoea — in which one faces trouble breathing properly during sleep — compared to deep breathing exercises, according to researchers from Jaipur in Rajasthan. Obstructive sleep apnoea is marked by muscles in the throat which relax and narrow one`s airways during sleep,…
Women who experienced being stalked are more than 40 per cent likely to develop heart disease and stroke, according to an alarming study on Monday. About 1 in 3 women have been stalked at some point in their lives, according to data on intimate partner violence collected by the US Centers for Disease Control and…
More than the new and trendy alternatives, traditional tobacco products like cigarettes, bidis, and chewable tobacco are posing a silent crisis for India’s youth, significantly raising the risk of cancers like lung, mouth and throat, said health experts on Monday, calling out the need to step up the fight against these to push the fight…
An analysis has revealed that addressing inflammation in diabetes can help determine success in treating depression in a group of patients. However, there are differences in outcomes between type 1 and type 2 diabetes, researchers said. While type 2 diabetes is a metabolic condition marked by an inability to manage blood sugar, type 1 diabetes…
UK scientists have discovered how some children develop natural immunity to Strep A, a common bacterial infection — a vital breakthrough which could help develop vaccines to save up to half a million lives globally each year. While Strep A often causes a mild sore throat or skin infections, it sometimes be life-threatening. In low…
In a heartfelt gesture of brotherly love, 32-year-old Anas from Palanpur, Gujarat, donated a part of his liver to save his 27-year-old sister, Humera, who underwent surgery at a Mumbai hospital due to complications arising from Wilson’s disease. Wilson’s disease is a rare genetic condition that leads to excessive copper build-up in the body. If…
In 2024, India witnessed a surge in cancer cases, with over 15 lakh people diagnosed with the deadly disease, said Prataprao Jadhav, Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare, on Friday. In a written reply to a query in Lok Sabha, Jadhav detailed the rising cases of cancer in the country. “The Indian…
About a fifth of those aged 45 and above were living with diabetes in 2019, with two in every five possibly unaware of their condition, according to data from a study among India`s ageing adults. Findings published in The Lancet Global Health also suggest that as the country`s population rapidly ages, diabetes cases among the…
Eating traditional sweets during Indian festivals is a favourite for many people and the best feeling during this time of the year. However, Indian chefs have been taking the liberty over the last few decades to experiment with the local flavours, and more often than not, the result is absolutely delicious. Starting this weekend, many…
Increasing weight loss experienced by cancer patients that often leads to deaths may be caused by communication between the brain and liver, according to a study. Nearly a third of cancer-related deaths are caused by cachexia — a currently incurable metabolic syndrome that involves substantial weight loss, including depletion of muscle mass and body fat….
The diversity of India’s food makes it one of the most fascinating cultures in the world because every region has its own unique cuisine. So, it is no wonder then that India’s Upma features in `50 Best Porridges in the World` list, released by TasteAtlas earlier this week for August 2025. Ranked at 43 in…
While gestational diabetes is known to affect the heart, women who follow healthy habits like proper weight, diet, and no alcohol or tobacco are 86 per cent less likely to experience any future risks to heart, according to a global study. Gestational diabetes — a condition characterised by elevated blood sugar during pregnancy — remains…
Amid increasing presence of Artificial Intelligence tools in healthcare, a new study warned that AI chatbots are highly vulnerable to repeating and elaborating on false medical information. Researchers at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, US, revealed a critical need for stronger safeguards before such tools can be trusted in health care. The…
While antibiotics are known to harm the gut microbiome, a new study showed that non-antibiotic drugs can also alter the microbiome and increase the risk of gut infections. However, it has been unclear which of these disruptions might be readily tolerated and which disruptions increase the risk of health complications. In the new study, researchers…
Just like relationships, even online dating is constantly evolving, and it has grown by leaps and bouunds since it first started more than a decade ago. There was a time in online dating when deciding between looks and personality or being a cat person or dog person was the biggest dilemma. Gone are those simpler…
The relationship with our brothers and sisters is one of love and hate, but the former always ends up growing more than the other, and that happens once we grow older but till then mischief thoroughly defines the bond. Siblings often hold a mirror to our truest selves, offering fierce honesty blanketed with unexpected tenderness,…
Love to eat potatoes? Consume the starchy vegetable baked or boiled, but not as French fries, according to a study which showed that eating the popular snack item thrice a week may increase the risk of diabetes by 20 per cent. The study, which tracked the diets of more than 205,000 adults over decades, however,…
More than 1.3 lakh foreign tourists visited India for medical purposes till April, the Centre informed the Parliament on Thursday. In a written reply, Union Minister for Tourism and Culture Gajendra Singh Shekhawat underlined the steps undertaken to improve India’s rank in global wellness tourism markets. “The total number of Foreign Tourist Arrivals (FTAs) for…
Doctors in Thane have give an elderly man a new lease of life after successfully removing a massive 2.5 kg liver tumour from a 58-year-old male patient without requiring a single unit of blood transfusion. The patient, who had been seeking solutions at multiple centres, was grappling not just with a life-threatening tumour but also…
The World Health Organization has urged countries to invest in health systems and support breastfeeding mothers to strengthen children’s health, development, and survival in the early stages of life. Breastfeeding is crucial for the babies` health and well-being. It acts as their first vaccine, protecting against diseases including diarrhoea and pneumonia. World Breastfeeding Week is…
MicroRNAs (miRNAs) — the discovery of which received the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine last year — may play a significant role in the treatment and cure of Alzheimer`s Disease (AD), said researchers from Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR). Alzheimer`s Disease is a devastating condition that steals away mental faculties and…
In one of the many medical miracles of this week, a hospital in Mumbai has performed cochlear implant surgery on a patient while she was awake. It not only gave her hope of getting her ability to hear back again but also ended her challenge, which she had to deal with for the last three…
Are you someone who reaches for a cup of coffee every night? According to a new study, nighttime caffeine consumption can increase impulsive behaviour, potentially leading to reckless actions, especially among women. The findings could have negative implications for shift workers, health care, and military personnel who consume coffee at night, particularly females, said a…
Doctors in Lucknow have saved the life of a man who suffered from internal injuries due to a road accident. The patient, a 45-year-old man, had fallen from his bike while trying to avoid cattle crossing the road. The impact from the bike handle caused a blunt injury to his upper abdomen. While he was…
A new study explains a possible reason why sometimes taking a nap break helps people perform better when they resume a task — during sleep, short-term information related to the task at hand is converted into long-term, stronger memory, researchers found. The team, led by researchers from Harvard Medical School, US, monitored brain activity of…
Diabetes continually weakens the immune system, leading to poor health and a high risk of death among patients with tuberculosis (TB), said experts on Tuesday. The link between TB and diabetes — two critical challenges to global health — has long been established. TB and diabetes, both separately and combined, significantly affect individuals, communities, and…
Curd is delicious but more often than not many of us take its health benefits for granted. Made from milk, the dairy product has been consumed in India since a long time. While it was earlier eaten with traditional meals, its role in our lives has become even more important now, as we consume different…
Chronic inflammation may be associated with an increased risk of frailty, social disadvantage, and cardiovascular disease (CVD), according to a study. The study, published in the journal Communications Medicine, looked at 74 inflammation-related proteins in blood samples from more than 2,000 women aged between 37 and 84 years and explored how inflammation was linked to…
Following a healthy diet to lose weight? Make sure it`s minimally processed, suggests a study, which showed that reducing processing could help to sustain a healthy weight. In a first, researchers from the University College London (UCL) nutritionally matched minimally processed (MPF) and ultra-processed (UPF) diets. The results, published in the journal Nature Medicine, showed…
The brain might become the target of new type 1 diabetes treatments and pave a better way for insulin management, according to a study. Researchers had, over a decade ago, found that an acute complication of type 1 diabetes — diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) — can be resolved with the hormone leptin, even in the absence…
