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Welcome to Health with BS
 
Your trusted source for science-backed news, expert insights, and practical guidance on health, wellness, and preventive care. In a world of rising lifestyle diseases, digital misinformation, and increasing focus on personal well-being, we bring you rigorously reported stories on nutrition, mental health, fitness, workplace wellness, and sustainable living. Whether you’re an individual, policymaker, or healthcare professional, Health with BS helps you make informed, healthier choices.

Why blood group mismatch is no longer a barrier in kidney transplants

Once considered impossible, blood group mismatch no longer means kidney transplants cannot happen, as new immune therapies and kidney swap programmes improve outcomes

Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 10:19 AM IST
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Universal vaccine for colds, flu, Covid shows promise, suggests new study

A new study in mice explores a nasal vaccine approach that could offer broad protection against respiratory infections

Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 10:19 AM IST
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The worse your mental health problem, the less sympathy you get: Here's why

Schizophrenia, bipolar disorder and some personality disorders, including borderline and narcissistic personality disorder, tend to attract less empathy and more suspicion

Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 10:10 AM IST
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What weight loss jabs reveal about science of appetite, hunger control

Originally developed for Type 2 diabetes, GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy prolong natural satiety signals, extending the post-meal fullness phase to support appetite control and weight loss

Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 9:59 AM IST
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When your legs refuse to rest: The hidden struggle of Restless Leg Syndrome

Often dismissed as simple restlessness, Restless Leg Syndrome can disrupt sleep, affect mental health and raise heart risks. Experts explain symptoms, causes and treatment

When your legs refuse to rest: The hidden struggle of Restless Leg Syndrome
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 4:43 PM IST

Can anti-ageing supplements fuel cancer? Here's what a new study finds

A new study reveals how polyamines such as spermidine alter protein synthesis in cancer cells, separating their healthy ageing effects from their tumour-promoting potential

Can anti-ageing supplements fuel cancer? Here's what a new study finds
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 4:02 PM IST

GLP-1 drugs: How to lose the fat without losing your muscle, shares expert

A US-based gastroenterologist warns that while GLP-1 drugs help shed kilos, they may also reduce lean muscle mass if not paired with strength training and adequate protein intake

GLP-1 drugs: How to lose the fat without losing your muscle, shares expert
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 12:41 PM IST

No closure, no peace: How unresolved endings keep hormones switched on

A psychotherapist explains how lack of closure keeps the stress cycle active, disrupts sleep, affects immunity, and why true acceptance must come from within

No closure, no peace: How unresolved endings keep hormones switched on
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 12:37 PM IST

Diet, screen time drive decline in mental health among India's youth: Study

A global study finds India's young adults scoring far below older generations on mental health, with rising consumption of ultra-processed food and increasing screen exposure emerging as key risks

Diet, screen time drive decline in mental health among India's youth: Study
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 11:02 AM IST

Smartphone photos may mislead doctors, put patients at risk: Study

Smartphone cameras enhance images for aesthetics by adjusting colour, light and detail, but these automatic edits can distort features and compromise medical accuracy during remote consultations

Smartphone photos may mislead doctors, put patients at risk: Study
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 9:49 AM IST

Affection turns risky: How a dog lick led to life-threatening sepsis

A seemingly harmless dog lick led to severe sepsis in a UK woman, underscoring how quickly infection can spiral and why early symptoms must not be ignored

Affection turns risky: How a dog lick led to life-threatening sepsis
Updated On : 27 Feb 2026 | 7:01 PM IST

Unmasking HPV: The silent virus that's pushing India's new vaccine drive

Millions carry HPV without symptoms, yet its long-term impact can be devastating. India's vaccine rollout marks a pivotal shift towards understanding and preventing this silent driver of cancer

Unmasking HPV: The silent virus that's pushing India's new vaccine drive
Updated On : 27 Feb 2026 | 4:21 PM IST

Can daily exercise help fight Alzheimer's and slow ageing? Study says yes

Researchers uncover how regular exercise supports liver-to-brain signalling, reinforcing the blood-brain barrier and improving memory with age

Can daily exercise help fight Alzheimer's and slow ageing? Study says yes
Updated On : 27 Feb 2026 | 1:37 PM IST

Spa days, supplements, productivity: Doctors bust 15 common self-care myths

From indulgence and influencer trends to productivity pressure and supplement hype, medical experts explain what self-care really means, and what it doesn't

Spa days, supplements, productivity: Doctors bust 15 common self-care myths
Updated On : 27 Feb 2026 | 12:16 PM IST

What we get wrong about protein: Experts bust 10 persistent myths

From kidney damage and supplements to vegetarian diets, women's bodies and ageing, specialists unpack the misconceptions that shape how India consumes protein

What we get wrong about protein: Experts bust 10 persistent myths
Updated On : 27 Feb 2026 | 11:25 AM IST

Is your focus fading? Study links short videos to attention decline

Researchers report that excessive short-video viewing is associated with poorer executive control, highlighting risks to attention and impulse regulation

Is your focus fading? Study links short videos to attention decline
Updated On : 26 Feb 2026 | 4:47 PM IST

Living in a body that locks up: Understanding stiff-person syndrome

Often misdiagnosed as anxiety or back pain, stiff-person syndrome can take years to detect. A neurologist breaks down causes and therapies

Living in a body that locks up: Understanding stiff-person syndrome
Updated On : 26 Feb 2026 | 3:28 PM IST

Babies exposed to 42 'forever chemicals' before birth, warns study

A new US study detects 42 PFAS compounds in umbilical cord blood, including hidden chemicals missed by routine tests. With no specific monitoring system in India, should we be worried?

Babies exposed to 42 'forever chemicals' before birth, warns study
Updated On : 26 Feb 2026 | 2:42 PM IST

Study explains why women experience longer-lasting chronic pain

Researchers uncover a biological pathway linking immune cells and hormones, shedding light on why women often experience prolonged chronic pain

Study explains why women experience longer-lasting chronic pain
Updated On : 26 Feb 2026 | 2:09 PM IST

Gastroenterologist lists 5 everyday foods that may help lower cancer risk

From purple sweet potatoes to beans, a California-based gastroenterologist highlights five foods that may help reduce inflammation and support cancer prevention

Gastroenterologist lists 5 everyday foods that may help lower cancer risk
Updated On : 26 Feb 2026 | 1:48 PM IST