Despite being aware of the importance of regular check-ups and maintaining a healthy lifestyle, a large number of youngsters are still ignoring early warning signs of cardiovascular problems. Timely attention to symptoms such as chest discomfort, breathlessness, or palpitations is key to preventing serious heart issues and saving lives. Exercise caution when it comes to…
Both resistance training (RT) and high-intensity interval training (HIIT) produced sufficient levels of myokines to help in the fight against cancer, according to a study. While RT uses external force like weights to build muscle and strength, HIIT uses short, intense bursts of exercise followed by brief recovery periods to improve cardiovascular fitness and endurance….
Ever wondered why some people with obesity remain relatively healthy while others develop serious conditions like diabetes and heart disease? Genetic differences may be the reason, according to a study. An international team of researchers led by the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and the University of Copenhagen in Denmark analysed genetic data…
Hormones act like the body’s messengers, controlling many vital processes in women, including menstruation, mood, and energy. However, many women fail to pay attention to various changes occurring in the body, such as fatigue, irregular periods, or mood swings, not realizing that they could indicate a hormonal imbalance. So, women, it is necessary to monitor…
Love doesn`t always stay within the same age bracket. In modern dating, it isn`t unusual to see a Gen Z dating a Millennial, debating whether the 90s were better or if it`s just the nostalgia that makes everything seem happier than it was. Indian dating app, QuackQuack, revealed that a few years back, cross-generational dating…
Tobacco use is not only related to cancers and tuberculosis but plays a significant role in child stunting, a condition that affects nearly 150 million children worldwide, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). Of the approximately 148 million stunted children in the world in 2022, 52 per cent lived in Asia and 43 per…
People using cannabis may be four times more at risk of developing diabetes, according to a large study of over four million adults on Monday. Cannabis use is increasing globally, with an estimated 219 million users (4.3 per cent of the global adult population) in 2021, but its long-term metabolic effects remain unknown. While some…
A higher weekly dose of semaglutide (7.2 mg) is safe and can significantly improve weight loss in adults living with obesity, including those with type 2 diabetes (T2D), according to an international study, published on Monday. The findings, based on results of two large-scale, international phase 3 clinical trials and published in The Lancet Diabetes…
Doctors in Kolkata have successfully treated a 32-year-old female patient from Howrah, in her fourth pregnancy at over 35 weeks with a history of three uncomplicated previous deliveries, with an emergency C-section. She was brought to Manipal Hospital in Salt Lake and admitted under the care of Dr Nandini Chakrabarti, consultant Obstetrician, with an acute…
On this International Chocolate Day, we`re taking a global journey through some of the world`s most loved desserts. From the elegant simplicity of French classics to the comforting decadence of American favourites, chefs from across India are sharing their secrets to recreating these international delights at home. Each recipe is a passport to a different…
The highly anticipated Bandra Fair has finally started today, September 14, and will continue till September 21, next Sunday. While the fair usually happens earlier in the month, the excitement for this time among most devotees and Mumbaikars has been palpable as it has become an annual ritual for most people in Mumbai. The beauty…
Long-term use of artificial sweeteners or low- and no-calorie sweeteners, used mainly by people with diabetes, can lead to cognitive decline, claimed a study. Researchers from the Universidade de São Paulo, Brazil, analysed 12,000 patients who use common artificial sweeteners such as aspartame, saccharin, xylitol, erythritol, sorbitol, tagatose, and acesulfame K. The results, published in…
Social media may be driving negative opinion on contraceptive pills, leading to women discontinuing birth control drugs within two years of starting them, according to a study. Researchers at the University of Sheffield identified a “nocebo effect” in relation to the contraceptive pill, where psychological factors such as negative expectations or anxiety about using a…
A simple wearable device like a smartwatch or a fitness tracker may help revolutionise pregnancy care and easily detect abnormalities. Scientists at Scripps Research have found preliminary evidence suggesting that common wearable devices such as the Apple Watch, Garmin, and Fitbit could remotely monitor pregnancy-related health changes by tracking physiological patterns — like heart rate…
A new study has showed that chronic pain such as back pain and migraine could be linked with significantly higher levels of perfectionism and reduced self-compassion, underlining how psychological factors can be crucial to managing health conditions. Pain persisting beyond the expected period of healing or for more than three months is considered chronic pain….
In a rare and life-transforming case, Mumbai doctors have successfully freed a 56-year-old social worker from more than a decade of excruciating pain caused by Trigeminal Neuralgia, a neurological disorder known to cause extreme pain. The patient, Sushil Verma, had battled relentless, electric shock-like facial pain for over 10 years. Initially misdiagnosed, he even underwent…
In a moving gesture of compassion amidst tragedy, the family of Isaac George, a 33-year-old from Kottarakkara, chose to donate his organs after he was declared brain dead following a road accident. Their decision has given a second chance at life to six people across Kerala, making Isaac’s legacy one of hope and humanity. Isaac’s…
More than 1 million Australians are projected to have dementia by 2065, a government report said on Friday, September 12. According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare`s updated Dementia in Australia report, the number is expected to more than double from about 425,000 people in 2024 to 1.1 million by 2065. Women currently…
Love to binge on cheeseburgers and fries? Beware, just four days of these fatty foods can rewire the brain`s memory hub — leading to risk of cognitive dysfunction, according to a study. The research led by the University of North Carolina (UNC) in the US suggests that fatty junk foods can affect the brain almost…
Nearly 40 per cent of women experience some form of sexual dysfunction in their lifetime, yet many continue to suffer silently due to embarrassment or fear of judgment and being ridiculed. The causes can be hormonal changes during pregnancy and menopause, to lifestyle-related factors like diabetes, stress, and obesity, as well as complications from…
The Directorate General of Health Services has issued a directive asking physiotherapists not to use the ‘Dr.’ prefix, as they are not medical doctors. In a letter dated September 9, DGHS Dr. Sunita Sharma stated that by using the ‘Dr.’ prefix, physiotherapists will be in legal violation of the Indian Medical Degrees Act, 1916. “Physiotherapists…
Exposure to micro- and nano plastics may be linked to the development of Alzheimer`s disease, according to a study in mice. Micro- and nano plastics prevalent in the environment routinely enter the human body through the water we drink, foods we eat, and even the air we breathe. The study, led by researchers from the…
While deaths from chronic diseases such as cancer, heart disease, and stroke decreased for most countries, in almost 60 per cent of nations, the rate of decline was slower, according to a study published in The Lancet on Thursday. Together with the World Health Organization (WHO), researchers from Imperial College London, UK, analysed the risk…
Even healthy, full‐term babies are at significant risk of intensive care or prolonged hospitalisation from serious respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infections — especially during the first three months of life, according to a study. RSV is a common cause of respiratory infections in young children. Each year, RSV causes an estimated 3.6 million RSV-associated hospitalisations…
Nearly 50 per cent of Indians are planning for healthy ageing, while 71 per cent are using technology to stay active longer, according to a report on Tuesday, September 9. The report by Boston Consulting Group states that, even though the global population is getting older, only 12 per cent of people worldwide orient their…
Union Health Minister JP Nadda, on the occasion of World Suicide Prevention Day on Wednesday, urged citizens to speak more openly about mental health and to reduce stigma surrounding it. World Suicide Prevention Day is observed every year on September 10 to chart actions to prevent suicides and to address suicide with compassion and understanding….
Doctors at a hospital in Mumbai have saved the life of a 75-year-old cancer survivor, whose food pipe ruptured due to retching (forceful vomiting), by performing a minimally invasive endoscopic repair of his torn food pipe. The patient visited multiple hospitals for 15 days, in the hope of getting better treatment after battling fever, breathlessness,…
In an inspiring medical miracle, doctors in Kolkata have saved the life of a 30-year-old woman by carrying out a complicated, first-of-its-kind endovascular intervention in the hospital following life-threatening bleeding during miscarriage, The surgery was carried out under the supervision of Dr Partha Pratim Samui, senior consultant and in-charge Interventional Radiology at Manipal Hospital in…
In a rare and extraordinary medical case, doctors at a Mumbai hospital have given a new lease of life to a child in the city, after successfully removing a metal LED bulb lodged in his lung. It put an end to a three-month-long struggle with persistent cough and respiratory distress. The three-and-half-year-old child had been…
A team of researchers in China has led a first-in-human trial of an antibody drug that may provide better treatment for people with relapsed small-cell lung cancer (SCLC). SCLC is a fast-growing, highly malignant lung cancer. According to the International Agency for Research on Cancer, there were 2.48 million people diagnosed with lung cancer in…
With cases of hypertension or high blood pressure rising significantly in India, particularly among young adults, lowering the BP threshold to less than 120/80 mm Hg by the American Heart Association (AHA) may help raise awareness and push for earlier interventions in the country, said health experts on Monday. Hypertension is one of the most…
A majority of young adults with diabetes are unaware that they have the disease, posing a significant health risk, according to a study published in The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology. Researchers from the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME) at the University of Washington School of Medicine analysed the diabetes care cascade for all…
India’s urban core is at the beginning of a romantic revolution, with lines being drawn between Tier-1 giants and Tier-2 risers. Modern love is shaking due to dating apps, changing social mores, and a dizzying onslaught of technology, yet a simple question cuts through the noise: who buys into the longevity of monogamy? Is the…
Movies are a timeless first-date classic, combining shared experiences, laughs, and a hint of mystery in the dark, and they continue to do so, according to a new survey. Conducted by dating app happn, nearly half of singles (44 per cent) see movies as the perfect first-date activity, while 47 per cent say it depends…
As September marks PCOS Awareness Month, experts have voiced concern over its growing prevalence and impact on women`s health, especially as stigma and lack of awareness delay diagnosis. Globally, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects 6-26 per cent of women, and in India, nearly 1 in 5 young women. Despite being among the most common hormonal…
Mpox no longer represents a global public health emergency, the WHO said Friday, following a steady decline in cases and deaths in the Democratic Republic of Congo and other affected countries. The World Health Organization declared a public health emergency of international concern (PHEIC) in August 2024 after a two-pronged mpox epidemic broke out, primarily…
Pune doctors are observing a spike in enquiries about egg freezing. Many women in their late 20s-35s are coming forward, seeking clarity on the process, benefits, and suitability. Experts call it a positive shift, as egg freezing gives women the option to plan motherhood according to their personal and professional timelines. Now, it is seen…
As Kerala celebrates the iconic festival of Onam, all eyes are on the majestic `Onam Sadhya`, a 26-course vegetarian feast that arrives not on porcelain, but on a glossy green plantain leaf. Shimmering with tradition, this is the star of the day in homes across Kerala. On Thiru Onam, the heart of Kerala beats in…
Cardiovascular diseases remain the leading cause of mortality in India, causing nearly 31 per cent of deaths, according to the latest data presented by the Sample Registration Survey under the Registrar General of India. The Report on Causes of Death: 2021-2023, issued on Wednesday, said non-communicable diseases are the leading causes of death in the…
Women reported the highest incidence of cancers in India, while the risk of death was more among men, according to a study led by the National Centre for Disease Informatics and Research, Indian Council of Medical Research. The study, published in the journal JAMA Network Open, is based on 708,223 cancer cases and 206,457 mortality…
