Sarjna Rai

Sarjna Rai

Sarjna Rai

When play turns harmful: How excessive mobile gaming affects young minds

As mobile games become more immersive, doctors highlight rising concerns around emotional regulation, anxiety, sleep disruption and social withdrawal in children

Updated On: 06 Feb 2026 | 4:49 PM IST

HPV screening could get easier with menstrual blood testing, suggests study

Researchers have found that menstrual blood testing can reliably detect HPV, raising hopes for more accessible and comfortable cervical cancer screening in the future

Updated On: 06 Feb 2026 | 3:03 PM IST

Mental health screening may be the missing link in heart safety, says study

A global review of data from over 22 million people links mental disorders to higher risks of heart attacks, suggesting mental health screening may need to become part of routine heart disease prevent

Updated On: 06 Feb 2026 | 2:06 PM IST

Are midnight munchies harming your brain? Experts explain the risks

From poor sleep quality to next-day mental fog, experts say late-night eating can quietly interfere with the brain's natural recovery and performance

Updated On: 05 Feb 2026 | 5:08 PM IST

Eating less and still gaining weight? Doctors explain the hidden reasons

Experts explain how under-eating, skipped meals, hormonal imbalance, stress and metabolic slowdown can push the body into survival mode and make losing weight harder over time

Updated On: 05 Feb 2026 | 4:49 PM IST

Nearly 40% of cancer cases linked to preventable risks, shows new study

A WHO-led study across 185 countries reveals that nearly four in ten cancers are linked to avoidable risks, reinforcing the importance of prevention-focused policies

Updated On: 05 Feb 2026 | 1:32 PM IST

How high blood pressure can quietly damage your eyes and affect vision

Often symptomless at first, hypertension-related eye damage can become permanent. Specialists explain how blood pressure affects vision and why routine eye checks matter

Updated On: 04 Feb 2026 | 6:06 PM IST

Why ultra-processed foods are being compared to cigarettes in new study

Drawing parallels with tobacco products, researchers warn that ultra-processed foods may be fuelling preventable disease and should not be treated as just another dietary choice

Updated On: 04 Feb 2026 | 3:48 PM IST

Global aid cuts may threaten health gains worldwide, warns Lancet study

Global funding cuts could undo decades of health progress in India and other countries, putting millions of lives at risk by 2030

Updated On: 04 Feb 2026 | 1:23 PM IST

Is desk life the new danger? How office jobs are raising cancer risk

On World Cancer Day, doctors warn that long sitting hours, stress, poor sleep and processed diets linked to desk jobs may be increasing cancer risk among professionals in their 30s and 40s

Updated On: 04 Feb 2026 | 1:15 PM IST

Prefer late nights? Study links late bedtimes to heart disease risk

Late-night routines may quietly affect heart health, with researchers finding higher cardiovascular risk among people who prefer staying up late

Updated On: 03 Feb 2026 | 4:32 PM IST

Can a simple paper bag help calm anxiety?Aiims-trained neurologist explains

Anxiety and panic attacks often cause rapid breathing. Expert explains how a simple paper bag method may help slow breathing and reduce distress in the moment

Updated On: 03 Feb 2026 | 3:12 PM IST

Why more professionals in their 30s and 40s are turning pre-diabetic

Doctors say long sitting hours, stress-filled routines and late meals are fuelling a silent metabolic crisis in urban workplaces

Updated On: 02 Feb 2026 | 6:52 PM IST

Can you build muscle in your 60s? How it supports overall health

Far from being "too late", your 60s can be ideal for building strength. Learn how muscle gain supports mobility, bone health, metabolism and independence

Updated On: 02 Feb 2026 | 4:21 PM IST

Can a simple voice note help detect depression before symptoms worsen?

Researchers at Aiims and global scientists are studying how changes in tone, pitch and speech patterns may help AI flag early signs of depression from short voice recordings

Updated On: 02 Feb 2026 | 2:39 PM IST

What are the hidden dangers of supplement overuse without medical guidance?

Unsupervised supplement use is rising, with experts flagging risks ranging from nutrient toxicity to delayed diagnosis of underlying health conditions

Updated On: 30 Jan 2026 | 5:57 PM IST

WHO assesses Nipah cases in India, flags low risk of global spread

The global health agency says there is no evidence of wider transmission and advises against travel restrictions, while monitoring continues

Updated On: 30 Jan 2026 | 5:40 PM IST

Chinese Covid-19 drug shows promise against Nipah virus in early study

Researchers say an oral antiviral developed for Covid-19 showed promising results against the Nipah virus in laboratory and animal studies, offering a potential lead as India monitors confirmed cases

Updated On: 30 Jan 2026 | 3:34 PM IST

Obesity close to home: 3 in 4 Indians know someone living with obesity

A nationwide LocalCircles survey shows obesity is no longer an individual issue, with most Indians reporting obese family members or friends, underscoring India's growing public health challenge

Updated On: 30 Jan 2026 | 2:48 PM IST

Food allergies in children are rising: What parents need to watch for

Growing cases of food allergies in children are worrying parents as doctors warn that early recognition of symptoms, timely diagnosis and correct feeding practices can reduce serious health risks and

Updated On: 30 Jan 2026 | 1:33 PM IST