Health

About All forgetfulness is not dementia Q I have always been very busy, but lately, I have found that I misplace many of my things and then I have to […]

Mouth It ulcers a widespread problem. Actually, one out of five people of all ages can suddenly develop them. It usually starts with severe pain inside the mouth, aggravated by […]

The post looked simple enough: Kim Kardashian, hair pulled back in a ponytail, posed in front of an MRI wearing scrubs branded with the logo of medical imaging company Prenuvo. […]

I love my partner, but the rumbling snores keep me awake. Are there solutions for people like us? Sharing a bed with someone who snores can be a constant challenge. […]

About Cornea Transport The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has successfully tested drone-based transport of human corneas and amniotic membrane grafts, significantly reducing delivery time from 2-2.5 hours by […]

About Allergies Many people experience sneezing or coughing upon waking up, discomfort when exposed to outdoor allergens, or reactions to cooking fumes and pollution. Allergic symptoms can also arise after […]

Chinese surgeons have transplanted a liver from a genetically modified pig into a brain-dead person, showing that the liver can function in a human and extending a strategy previously attempted […]

Manipal Hospitals, one of India’s leading healthcare providers, recently organised an exclusive medical event to shed light on sleep health, focusing on early diagnosis and advanced treatment options for sleep […]

About Too much of a good drink Q. I drink three cups of coffee a day. My friend says that’s unhealthy. On the contrary, coffee can be quite beneficial in […]

About One hour’s screen use after going to bed An hour of screen use before sleep could increase risk of insomnia by nearly 60 per cent and cut down sleep […]

About Eye Damage After concerns about the impact of short-form videos on mental health, doctors are now raising an alarm about a new, growing crisis – ‘reel-induced eye damage.’ Excessive […]

Scientists have uncovered protein signatures in blood and cerebrospinal fluid samples that could be used to detect Alzheimer’s disease, predict the speed of dementia progression and potentially transform patient-care and […]

About Retired Hurt For the millions who get retired every year, stopping work might seem like a well-deserved break. But it can also precipitate big changes in brain health, including […]

About Apollo Report Symptom-based care is no longer enough. With 2.5 million preventive health checks, Apollo Hospitals’ latest report sounds the alarm on an invisible health crisis brewing beneath the […]

A fingerprick blood test might be able to detect muscle damage and track recovery in elite athletes, including marathon runners, according to a study. Marathon running can cause extensive muscle […]

About People single all their lives might have low life satisfaction People who have been single all their lives might score low on life satisfaction and possess personality traits different […]

About Hysterectomy The most common reason for a hysterectomy, which is the removal of the uterus, is to address chronic sources of pain and bleeding that can disrupt daily life […]

About Healthy Life Life expectancy in India has crossed 70 years. It is slightly higher for women and lower for men. However, many older people complain that “they do not […]

About Closely monitoring influenza cases in India The National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) is closely monitoring respiratory and seasonal influenza cases in the country, and is in touch with […]

Alcoholic drinks should carry a warning about cancer risks on their label, the U.S. Surgeon General said on Friday in a move that could signal a shift towards more aggressive […]

It’s a well-known fact that to lose weight, you either need to eat less or move more. But how many calories do you really need to cut out of your […]

About Kids consuming trans fatty acids linked to higher asthma risk Children and adolescents consuming trans fatty acids (TFA) face a heightened risk of asthma, researchers reported on Friday in […]

About Don’t panic; take deep breaths Most people experience a panic attack at some point in their lives. It is usually triggered by an event that causes fear and tension, […]

q Cellphones are considered harmful for children. At what age do I give my children a phone? This should be a well-thought-out parental decision. Sometimes, people use cell phones as […]

About Short-Sightedness About a third of children and teens around the world are short-sighted, with cases estimated to touch 74 crore by 2050, according to a study that analysed available […]

High-intensity drinking is even riskier than binge drinking, and it’s on the rise among certain segments of the population. The holidays offer an excuse to gather with loved ones, let […]

About Earbuds Sound of music q I listen to music for hours using earbuds. I get ringing sounds in the left ear. I also hear outside sounds muffled. I am […]

A fingerprick blood test might be able to detect muscle damage and track recovery in elite athletes, including marathon runners, according to a study. Marathon running can cause extensive muscle […]

About A large number of employees feel short nap breaks essential in today’s work culture A large number of employees believe that short nap breaks during office hours help battle […]

Painful periods are common. More than half of people who menstruate have some pain for up to three days a month, typically throbbing or cramping in the lower abdomen. Digestive […]