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Glass, copper, steel or plastic: Which bottle to pick for daily hydration?

Each bottle material comes with its own pros and cons, from durability to potential health risks. Understanding these differences can help you make a smarter choice

Dog bite first aid: What to do in the first 15 minutes to prevent rabies

Whether bitten by a pet or a stray, knowing the right first aid steps can prevent infection and rabies and speed up recovery, say health experts

Researchers develop AI model that predicts disease risk from sleep data

Named 'SleepFM', the model was developed by researchers, including those from the US' Stanford University, and trained on nearly six lakh hours of sleep data

Why cervical cancer still kills one woman every two minutes worldwide

Cervical Cancer Awareness Month: The UN says cervical cancer, though preventable, continues to claim lives worldwide due to gaps in vaccination, screening and timely treatment

India's Bryan Johnson? Bengaluru founder, 23, begins health tracking

The young startup founder is using technology, health data and public accountability to improve wellbeing, reflecting India's growing interest in longevity and biohacking

Want accurate lipid test results? What you eat, do the night before matters

A new warning from an Apollo doctor explains how dinner, alcohol, sleep, smoking and even exercise just before a lipid profile test can quietly distort cholesterol and triglyceride results

US to tighten sugar advice in new diet guidelines: How much is too much?

New US dietary guidelines are expected to cap added sugars per meal, spotlight ultra-processed foods and influence what millions of Americans eat at home, in schools and at work

Study finds waist-to-height ratio better predicts obesity risk with age

As muscle mass declines and abdominal fat rises with age, BMI can be misleading. A new study finds waist-to-height ratio better reflects real obesity risk in older adults

The viral 'oatzempic' drink trend: Does this oat blend actually work?

Social media is hailing Oatzempic as a natural way for weight-loss. But does it actually work, and is it safe to rely on?

Ageing isn't the problem, nutrition is: Why men can't eat the same way

From falling testosterone to rising belly fat and heart risk, doctors explain why men's diets must change after 30 to protect muscle, metabolism and long-term health

What not to eat with coeliac disease and why early diagnosis matters

Many adults live with coeliac disease for years without knowing it. Understanding unsafe foods, hidden gluten and early testing can protect long-term health

Anti-ageing injection regrows knee cartilage, may stop arthritis early

A new Science study shows that blocking an ageing-linked protein can regenerate knee cartilage and prevent arthritis in mice, raising hopes of injections or pills that could delay joint replacement su

Climate change may be fuelling a global rise in deadly brain-eating amoebae

A new study warns that climate change and failing water infrastructure are creating ideal conditions for brain-eating amoebae to survive, spread and threaten public health worldwide

US cuts routine child vaccines from 17 to 11. Here's what changed

The US has sharply revised its childhood vaccine schedule, cutting universal coverage from 17 to 11 diseases and shifting others to shared decision-making between doctors and parents

'Fancy toy for billionaires': Aiims doctor on Zomato CEO's 'Temple' device

After Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal showcased a mysterious brain-sensing wearable, an Aiims Delhi doctor has publicly dismissed it as having "zero scientific standing"

UK enforces strict junk food ad ban on daytime TV and online platforms

The restrictions target foods high in fat, sugar and salt, following evidence linking advertising exposure to unhealthy eating habits among children

How type 2 diabetes physically alters the heart and drives failure

A new human heart study shows type 2 diabetes does not just raise cardiac risk but physically alters heart muscle, energy use and structure, helping explain why heart failure is so common in diabetes

Why 80% of Indians with mental illness still miss timely treatment

Despite better medicines and growing awareness, nearly eight in ten Indians with mental illness still do not get timely care, as experts cite stigma, doctor shortages and weak health systems

Thinking of a Tattoo? What doctors want you to know before getting inked

As tattoos grow in popularity, dermatologists warn of overlooked risks linked to hygiene, ink composition, immune reactions and long-term skin health

Underweight, obese people experience body image concerns: Aiims study

Body weight is a well-established factor influencing psychological well-being in young adults, and the study offers a more nuanced perspective by identifying aspects affected by body image concerns