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Managing stress: Tests and diet tips to keep cortisol levels in check

From fatigue to weight gain, excess cortisol takes a toll on health. Discover how diet, lifestyle, and smart food choices can help regulate this hormone and support overall well-being

Hepatitis A and E cases surge in Delhi as monsoon heightens infection risk

Doctors reveal a 40 per cent increase in hepatitis A, E infections. Experts warn that poor sanitation, unsafe water and street food are fuelling the seasonal spike in hepatitis cases

Surgeons put pig lung in human body: What it means for organ transplant

Surgeons in China have transplanted a genetically modified pig lung into a human for the first time, offering hope but raising complex scientific and ethical challenges

Suffering from migraines? Here's how to identify triggers, find relief

From myths like the 'McMigraine' hack to proven medical therapies, here's what you need to know about spotting and managing this common condition

Intermittent fasting may harm heart health, warns major new study

New research links short 8-hour eating windows to higher risk of cardiovascular death, raising questions over the long-term effect of intermittent fasting for heart health

874,000 cancer deaths in India in 2024: ICMR analysis reveals rising crisis

From oral to breast cancer, India faces rising cases with no age barrier with 1.56 million expected in 2024 and 2.46 million by 2045, highlighting a growing health crisis

Music and the mind: Boosting memory, focus, and lifelong brain function

From easing stress to supporting memory, discover how music and sound frequencies affect the brain, boost focus, and even aid in conditions like dementia or stroke recovery

Serena Williams opens up about GLP-1 weight loss journey: What doctors say

The 23-time Grand Slam champion says the medication is no shortcut, but a tool alongside exercise, diet and discipline

Early puberty, motherhood linked to accelerated ageing, higher disease risk

Study finds girls who hit puberty early or become mothers young face a greater risk of diabetes, obesity, faster biological ageing, risk of chronic illnesses, and heart failure

Walk your way to fitness: Does timing really make a difference?

Experts explain the unique benefits of walking at different times of day, and why consistency matters most

ADHD medication linked to lower risk of substance abuse, crime

New research suggests stimulant treatments may protect people with ADHD from serious harms such as drug abuse, suicidal behaviour, road accidents and criminal convictions

Cutting down sugar could protect 2.5 bn people from tooth decay, says WHO

The World Health Organization urges limiting free sugars in everyday diets to prevent dental caries, the most common non-communicable disease worldwide

Sleeping too much or too little? It can quietly shorten your life

A Korean study finds both irregular and prolonged sleep raise death risk, with 7-8 hours of consistent rest emerging as the healthiest pattern

Fatty liver to liver cancer: Risks, habits, and how to protect yourself

Often symptomless, fatty liver disease is becoming a leading cause of liver cancer. Learn the role of daily habits, early warning signs, and lifestyle changes that can prevent progression

New guidelines on blood pressure management: What you need to know

The American Heart Association now advises personalised care, home monitoring, and lifestyle-first strategies to curb the growing burden of hypertension

Brain-eating amoeba cases in Kerala: How it spreads and prevention

From how the amoeba enters the body to expert advice on safety, here's what you should know to reduce your risk

Cancer warning signs in women that doctors urge you not to ignore

Experts warn that many cancers in women show subtle early symptoms, often mistaken for minor health issues, leading to late detection and advanced-stage diagnosis

Eating 50 almonds a day may cut oxidative stress, protect DNA, finds study

A meta-analysis of eight clinical trials suggests almonds support antioxidant defences, with over 60 grams daily showing significant DNA and cellular protection benefits

Chinese scientists create dopamine brain cells that may ease depression

Chinese researchers engineered dopamine-producing neurons from stem cells and transplanted them into mice, reducing depression-like symptoms and boosting reward responses

Dengue surge in Delhi: Prevention to testing costs, all you need to know

With 246 dengue cases reported till July, Delhi has stepped up monitoring. Experts advise on prevention, early testing, platelet care and recovery strategies for patients