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Secondhand smoke: Why there's no safe distance from its toxic effects

Experts warn that even short exposure to secondhand smoke can damage the heart, lungs and blood vessels, with children and pregnant women at higher risk

Why high-functioning anxiety often leads to hidden substance use

Many successful people battle anxiety behind closed doors and turn to alcohol, tobacco or medication to cope-experts explain the signs, risks and solutions

Is walking 10,000 steps enough for your fitness goal? Here's what to know

Think you need 10,000 steps for good health? Doctor says smart walking, realistic goals, and consistency matter more

Blood donation guide: Eligibility, myths, medications, and safety tips

Blood donation is simple, safe, and essential. Here's what you need to know about eligibility, safety tips, and common myths to make the right decision

From exercise to food, 15 menstruation myths you might still believe

Fact-Check Friday: Despite medical advances, period myths persist; experts bust 15 common menstruation misconceptions with science-backed truths

Why you can't stop scrolling: Zombie scrolling is hijacking your attention

Hooked on reels and never-ending feeds? Zombie scrolling is designed to trap you-experts explain what it does to your brain and how to fight back

Breast cancer screening: When you need a mammogram and what to expect

From age guidelines to radiation concerns and comfort upgrades, here's a full guide to understanding mammography and why it matters for early breast cancer detection

Could a special vitamin D3 boost ease core autism symptoms in children?

A new study finds that nano-form vitamin D3 significantly improves language, behaviour, and social skills in children aged 3-6 diagnosed with autism

What causes heart palpitations after eating? Here's what you need to know

If your heart beat feels irregular after eating, it may be more than just a full stomach. Here's what could be causing it and why you shouldn't ignore it

Over 9 million animal bites and 5,700 rabies deaths in India yearly: ICMR

Despite strong vaccine uptake, India's rabies fight is failing due to poor access to full post-bite care, especially immunoglobulin, the ICMR warns in its latest findings

Wake-up call from Mysuru: What panic in hospitals says about young hearts

Amid reports of 23 cardiac deaths in 40 days, doctors warn stress, lifestyle risks are putting young Indian hearts in danger-panic isn't the answer, prevention is key

From weakness to shame: 15 mental health myths that harm more than help

From 'snap out of it' to 'only adults suffer,' mental health experts debunk 15 common myths that continue to deepen stigma and delay recovery

Love dal-chawal? It could be key to a healthier heart, says cardiologist

A UP-based cardiologist shares five simple, sustainable changes in your Indian diet that could reduce cholesterol, improve heart health and prevent disease

Why the first 60 minutes after a heart attack can make all the difference

The first hour after a heart attack can mean the difference between survival and lasting damage; doctors explain what to do in the Golden Hour

Office gossip harming your peace? Here's how to protect your mental health

From subtle whispers to toxic chatter, workplace gossip can damage your mental health-experts share ways to set boundaries, stay calm, and reclaim your peace

Love bad news? Why you can't stop doomscrolling and how to break free

Experts explain how doomscrolling triggers anxiety, sleep issues, and chronic stress-and what you can do to break free from compulsive news checking

Could your daily office chai be harming your hormones, making you sick?

Doctors warn that chai in polythene or substandard plastic cups may leach hormone-disrupting chemicals, raising cancer risk over time

Stomach cancer: Study warns 1.6 million Indians born after 2008 at risk

lobal estimate links 76 per cent of projected lifetime cases to H. pylori and urges mass screening, with India expected to see over 1.6 million cases

Sleeping with lights on may raise risk of heart disease, says new study

Exposure to bright light at night may disrupt circadian rhythm and increase the risk of heart failure, stroke, and arrhythmias, particularly in women

Could this tiny genetic mutation be making humans more prone to cancer?

A mutation in the immune protein FasL may make humans more vulnerable to solid tumours, but scientists say it could be fixed through combination immunotherapy