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Top 10 health check-ups every Indian mother over 40 should get now

These essential tests-from blood pressure to bone density-can detect silent risks early and help your mother stay healthier, stronger, and more active in her 40s and beyond

Love coffee? Here's when too much caffeine starts hurting your health

Caffeine overload can trigger anxiety, poor sleep, and fatigue; experts share how to spot the warning signs and switch to healthier alternatives without the crash

From knuckle cracking to weather: Doctors bust 10 common arthritis myths

From joint pain and cold weather to diet and exercise, doctors debunk 10 persistent myths about arthritis causes, treatment and prevention

Caffeinated energy drinks: Do they give you wings, or just weigh you down?

Love energy drinks? Your body might not. From spiking anxiety to disrupting sleep and hormones, doctors explain what those shiny cans may be doing to young people

World Environment Day 2025: How nature helps heal your mind and body

On World Environment Day, doctors explain how nature helps reduce stress, balance mood, enhance immunity, and support mental and physical well-being

Why 'I'm fine' can be a red flag for anxiety in young professionals

Driven by deadlines and the pressure to succeed, many young professionals say 'I'm fine' while silently struggling with anxiety, burnout, and emotional fatigue

India logs 564 Covid-19 cases; IMA urges caution, not panic amid rise

With active Covid-19 cases at 4,866 nationwide, the IMA advises preventive steps, especially for the elderly and chronically ill, to curb further escalation

Could daily coffee fix be the secret to healthy ageing among women?

A new study links moderate coffee intake among women in midlife with better chances of ageing healthily, with fewer chronic diseases, sharper minds, and stronger bodies after 70

Covid-19 cases rise in India: WHO releases new global action roadmap

As Covid cases slowly rise again in India, the WHO's latest 2025-2030 roadmap and standing recommendations outline how countries should manage ongoing coronavirus risks without repeating past mistakes

Covid-19 cases rising again: Should you wear a mask again? Experts say yes

As India reports over 4,300 active Covid-19 cases, experts urge precaution with masks, boosters, and hygiene amid rising sub-variants and health alerts

Revenge bedtime procrastination: Why are we sleeping late - on purpose?

Late-night scrolling isn't laziness, it's rebellion. Read on to know why office-goers are sabotaging their sleep and how to reclaim rest without losing 'me time'

Experiencing dry, tired eyes this summer? Here's how to keep them fresh

From UV rays and dust to screen overload, summer in India can be tough on your eyes. Here's a doctor-backed guide for young professionals to keep their eyes safe

Your teen's mental health may be tied to what their mother endures at home

A new India-focused study reveals how domestic abuse faced by mothers leave lasting scars on the mental health of their adolescent children, often in hidden, heartbreaking ways

Struggling with negative thoughts? Regular exercise can help reduce them

A new study found that regular moderate-to-high intensity exercise can significantly reduce rumination and worry, with the best results seen when combined with psychological interventions

203 fresh cases take India's Covid tally past 3,900-mark; 4 deaths reported

Kerala, currently the worst-hit state, accounts for 1,435 active cases, followed by Maharashtra (506), Delhi (483), Gujarat (338), and West Bengal (331)

India's Covid cases surge over 15-fold in 10 days: What's behind the spike?

Covid-19 cases in India soar from 257 to over 3,900 in 10 days; Kerala leads, government urges calm as new variants drive infections

Active Covid-19 cases in India rise to 3,758; 2 deaths reported in 24 hours

State-wise, after Kerala (1,400), the highest active caseloads are in Maharashtra (485), Delhi (436), Gujarat (320), Karnataka (238), West Bengal (287), Tamil Nadu (199), and Uttar Pradesh (149)

Delhi schoolkids face surge in obesity and hypertension, warns Aiims study

A new Aiims study reveals a worrying rise in obesity, hypertension and hidden metabolic risks among Delhi schoolchildren, especially those in private schools

Hookah with friends, smoke breaks at work? Tobacco is silently wrecking you

Smoking and hookah don't just harm your lungs and heart-doctors warn they also quietly damage sexual function, disrupt hormones, and reduce fertility in both men and women

World No Tobacco Day: Theme, significance, history & facts you need to know

World No Tobacco Day: This year's theme-'Bright products. Dark intentions'-exposes how tobacco firms use flavours, design, and digital marketing to lure young users