The experts say India is witnessing a sharp rise in overweight and obesity across all age groups -- from young children to adults
The experts say India is witnessing a sharp rise in overweight and obesity across all age groups -- from young children to adults
The study found that 70% of providers prescribed antibiotics without indication of bacterial infection, despite most childhood diarrhoea cases being viral
The model embodies the alarming physical consequences of relentless content creation and excessive screen time
Dr Himanshu Srivastava, Senior Consultant, Capitol Hospital, shares how a balanced diet can help reduce the risk of developing cancer
Under continued warming, cases of the mosquito-borne disease could climb another 50-76% by 2050
Central sub-Saharan Africa faced the largest gaps in diagnosis
A food-borne outbreak linked to preserved vegetables killed two people and sent more than a dozen to the hospital
Scientists from Finland and the UK have uncovered groundbreaking evidence that heart attacks may be triggered by infectious processes rather than just cholesterol and lifestyle factors.
Hot weather can drive a physiological or psychological demand for liquids and chilled, sweetened products, the team said
Cholesterol serves as an ideal platform for constructing complex spintronic materials that can manipulate electron spin — a crucial property for the next generation of electronics
Once thought of as diseases of old age, lung cancer, COPD and tuberculosis are now being seen earlier in life, raising fears of a demographic and economic disaster
Some experts see artificial wombs as potential solution to China’s growing infertility crisis, while others are skeptical.
In the Phase 1 trial involving 48 volunteers, patients experienced significant tumour reduction without any serious side effects—a rare outcome in early-stage cancer vaccine development
The study was conducted by the Indian Council of Medical Research, National Centre for Disease Informatics and Research
Many nutritionists recommend eating small, frequent meals, as this practice can prevent cravings and overeating and keep energy levels high
There is still some debate about how this glymphatic system works in humans, with most research so far in mice
Some level of food processing can improve food safety, extend shelf life and reduce food waste
Obesity is a severe public health issue in Punjab, driven by unhealthy lifestyles. Bariatric surgery and medications like Ozempic and Wegovy offer treatment options. Surgery leads to significant weight loss and improved health conditions, while medications are suitable for mild to moderate obesity. Lifestyle changes are crucial for long-term success.
Young fitness enthusiasts' supplement use is rising, raising health concerns. The Municipal Corporation will conduct checks on products due to potential heart attack risks, especially from high caffeine or undisclosed substances. Awareness campaigns and lab tests will be implemented, emphasizing professional guidance and certified supplements.
Dr HP Singh is Director Cardiology, Fortis Escorts Hospital, Amritsar
Around 25% of women mostly asked about fertility timelines and pregnancy, highlighting age as a key parameter to fertility
Women accounted for a higher proportion of cancer cases, and men for deaths due to it
Shivering of the hands is the most prominent symptom of essential tremor disorder
As the population of older people increases across Africa, experts are seeing a spike in new diagnoses
Using carbon dots and ultraviolet lights, the sensor can detect mercury and harmful antibiotic contamination in less than 10 seconds, the institute says
Drug lowers copper and iron and spikes zinc amounts in blood
A new study led by investigators from Mass General Brigham, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, and the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard suggests that a Mediterranean-style diet may help reduce dementia risk.
Research conducted at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) has shed light on how cells in the body manage and store fat, potentially offering new insights into human health.
A comprehensive clinical trial sponsored by University College London (UCL), the University of East Anglia, and Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust found that sinus surgery is more effective than antibiotics at treating chronic rhinosinusitis.