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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

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

PM to launch nationwide HPV vaccination campaign on Feb 28 from Ajmer

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch the nationwide Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination campaign for girls aged 14 years on February 28 from Rajasthan's Ajmer, leading to the formal start of India's battle to eliminate preventable cancers among women. Single-shot Gardasil 4, a quadrivalent HPV vaccine that provides protection against HPV types 16 and 18 which cause cervical cancer as well as types 6 and 11, will be administered during the campaign. In an official letter sent to all states on February 25, the Union health ministry said that the launch of HPV vaccination campaign for all girls aged 14 years has been planned tentatively at 11.30 am on February 28. "The Prime Minister has kindly consented to launch the campaign from Ajmer, Rajasthan," the letter by Aradhana Patnaik, Additional Secretary and Mission Director (NHM) in the Health Ministry, said. During the launch, all states and Union territories will connect the event virtually through a link in coordination with

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?

Green vs brown coconut water: Which one is actually healthier for you?

As coconuts mature from green to brown, their sugar levels, electrolyte balance and metabolic impact shift, and doctors explain which version suits your health needs better

Gilead to acquire cancer therapy developer Arcellx for up to $7.8 billion

This is Gilead's biggest deal since its $21 billion buyout of Immunomedics, giving it access to Trodelvy, an antibody-drug conjugate used to treat a type of advanced breast cancer

Why some people wake up with foreign accent: Rare brain condition explained

It sounds like fiction, but it's real: Foreign Accent Syndrome can make people sound foreign overnight, without travel or language learning, due to subtle changes in brain function

Nadda launches India-made tetanus and adult diphtheria vaccine

Union Health Minister J P Nadda on Saturday launched the indigenously manufactured tetanus and adult diphtheria (Td) vaccine at the Central Research Institute in Himachal Pradesh's Kasauli. With the formal launch of the Td vaccine, the vaccine has now been introduced for supply under the Universal Immunization Programme (UIP). The Central Research Institute will supply 55 lakh doses to the UIP by April, with production expected to scale up progressively in subsequent years to further strengthen the central government's Universal Immunization Programme, Nadda said. Addressing the gathering, Nadda congratulated the scientists, technical experts and staff of the Central Research Institute Kasauli, describing the launch Td vaccine as a momentous and historic occasion. He stated that the launch marks a significant step towards safeguarding national health security and strengthening India's public health infrastructure. The minister underlined that the government, under the leadership o

What is hyperbaric oxygen therapy, and can it really speed up healing?

From carbon monoxide poisoning to sports injury recovery, hyperbaric oxygen therapy is drawing attention, but doctors warn it is not suitable for all and can carry serious risks

Crispr optical blood test spots lung cancer biomarkers at near-zero levels

A new study reveals a Crispr-powered optical sensor that can detect lung cancer biomarkers at sub-attomolar levels, far earlier than conventional scans or PCR tests

Who lives a good single life? Study shows why some flourish, others struggle

A new study finds that autonomy, secure attachment and a sense of choice, not casual sex, shape whether single people flourish or struggle

Ozempic and other weight-loss drugs: Cost, risks, who really needs them

As Ozempic and other GLP-1 drugs gain popularity, experts explain who qualifies, the real health benefits, potential risks, side effects, and why supervision is critical

Why the same virus affects people differently, triggers varied outcomes

A new study shows that both our genes and life experiences leave lasting epigenetic marks on immune cells, shaping how differently we respond to the same virus

Dozens in Australia diagnosed with rare vision loss linked to tattoos

Researchers in Australia have documented 40 cases of tattoo-linked immune reaction that can inflame the eyes and potentially lead to permanent vision loss

Weight loss, detox, autophagy: Doctor busts 15 common fasting myths

From weight loss and detox claims to blood sugar control and autophagy hype, an internal medicine expert explains when fasting helps, and when it quietly harms

Valentine's Day after heartbreak: Why grief resurfaces unexpectedly

Single after a breakup? Valentine's Day can magnify grief, longing, and self-doubt, and a psychotherapist explains why that ache is normal and how to move through it

Fear of ageing may actually make women age biologically faster: Study

How women feel about growing older may be connected to how their bodies age at a molecular level, suggests a new NYU study

Ozempic may slow arthritis progression beyond weight loss, study finds

A new study finds semaglutide drugs like Ozempic may slow osteoarthritis by directly improving cartilage health, with benefits seen even when weight loss is not the driver

Why HbA1c, India's most trusted diabetes test, may be getting it wrong

A Lancet Regional Health-Southeast Asia study warns that HbA1c, the gold-standard diabetes test, can misdiagnose or delay diabetes in Indians due to widespread anaemia and blood disorders

Fatty liver epidemic in India: Four in 10 affected, new Lancet study warns

Nearly 40 per cent of Indian adults may have metabolic fatty liver disease, with many unknowingly progressing to liver fibrosis, as new Lancet-backed data flags a major silent public health crisis