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Menstrual health integral part of right to life and dignity, says SC

Court orders nationwide rollout of free menstrual hygiene facilities in schools, making the Union government's policy binding on all government and private institutions

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

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

Low risk of Nipah virus beyond India, no travel curbs as of now: WHO

WHO says risk of Nipah virus spreading from India is low and sees no need for travel or trade curbs after two reported infections

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

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

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

Beer, calcium, and clear urine: Experts bust common kidney stone myths

From hydration and diet to home remedies and surgery fears, specialists unpack the misconceptions that worsen kidney stone risk and delay care

How untreated thyroid disorders can affect a baby's growth and development

Experts explain how delayed diagnosis of thyroid disorders during pregnancy can disrupt brain development, growth and vision, with effects that may surface long after birth

Trauma bonding decoded: Why some harmful relationships feel impossible to leave

Trauma bonding explains how unresolved emotional wounds, brain chemistry and fear-based attachment can trap people in harmful relationships that feel addictive and difficult to escape

Moringa-based sanitary pads may reduce risk of infections, say doctors

A 2025 study found moringa exhibited significantly stronger anti-inflammatory activity compared to common pharmaceuticals

What we get wrong about trans-fats: Cardiologist busts 10 dangerous myths

From "zero trans-fat" labels and home cooking assumptions to cholesterol myths, a cardiologist explains why these fats remain a silent but serious threat to heart health

Could bamboo shoots be the world's next superfood? New study says yes

Scientists say edible bamboo shoots offer key nutrients, metabolic benefits and anti-inflammatory properties, while having a far lower environmental footprint than many conventional food crops

India's obesity crisis is now an economic threat, warns Economic Survey

Economic Survey 2025-26 flags rising obesity and ultra-processed food intake as risks to productivity, healthcare spending and public finances, calling for policy action beyond consumer awareness

Spanish researchers report major pancreatic cancer breakthrough in mice

Scientists in Spain have reported a promising pancreatic cancer breakthrough in mice, where a triple-drug therapy eliminated tumours by targeting the KRAS pathway, one of deadliest cancer mechanisms

WHO calls on schools worldwide to champion healthy eating for children

Highlighting rising childhood obesity and undernutrition, WHO is calling on schools worldwide to adopt stronger nutrition standards and create healthier food environments

Long-term study shows men develop heart disease much earlier than women

A long-term US study tracking young adults for more than 30 years shows men develop heart disease up to a decade earlier than women, with cardiovascular risks diverging sharply from the mid-30s

Two days of oats may lower harmful cholesterol by 10%, finds study

A new Nature Communications study shows that a short, oat-heavy diet can cut harmful LDL cholesterol by about 10 per cent, with benefits lasting for weeks through changes in gut microbes

Why ignoring the urge to pee can put your bladder and kidneys at risk

Busy schedules often lead people to delay bathroom breaks, but doctors warn that repeatedly holding urine can raise the risk of infections

Is texting cheating? How modern infidelity damages mental wellbeing

Infidelity has changed with technology, but its impact hasn't. Emotional, physical and digital betrayals can all trigger lasting psychological distress and health consequences, psychologists warn