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Tired, hungry and gaining weight? Insulin resistance could be to blame

A growing number of Indian families are facing insulin resistance-a silent health issue that often leads to diabetes. Know the signs, risks and lifestyle changes that can help prevent it early

Yoga for eye health: Natural ways to ease screen strain and boost focus

Too much screen time? This International Day of Yoga, discover yoga-based eye exercises to reduce digital eye strain, improve focus, and relax tired eyes-naturally

Endometriosis: The missed disease affecting 42 million Indian women

Despite affecting millions, endometriosis is often misdiagnosed or ignored. Experts explain symptoms, risks, and why early detection is key to improving women's health and quality of life

Is that stomach pain pancreatitis? How to know when to see a doctor

Pancreatitis cases are increasing in India, especially among young adults. Experts link it to alcohol use, gallstones, infections, and rising lifestyle risks

Common monsoon diseases: How to stay protected through the rainy season

From mosquito-borne infections to water contamination, the monsoon brings a host of health risks - here's how to avoid falling ill and enjoy the season safely

How bee stings can trigger heart attacks: Lessons from Sunjay Kapur's death

Sunjay Kapur tragically died after swallowing a bee during a polo match. Here's how such incidents can turn fatal-and what you can do to help someone in a similar emergency

Feeling low in midlife may be linked to dementia risk, new studies find

New studies reveal a strong link between depression and mood disorders in mid to late life and the risk of developing dementia later on. Experts say early detection could be key

Hepatitis A outbreak in Kerala: What's causing it and how to stay safe

Over 3,000 hepatitis A cases and 16 deaths reported in Kerala; health officials link outbreak to contaminated water sources

India's HPV vaccine rollout brings cervical cancer prevention closer

Studies show that widespread HPV vaccination can reduce infection rates by up to 90% and could nearly eliminate cervical cancer in the coming decades

AI Miracle: First-ever pregnancy using breakthrough infertility tech

Developed over five years, the AI-powered system uses imaging and microfluidics to detect rare signs of male infertility-ushering in a leap for reproductive medicine

India's Fertility Story: Total fertility rate falls below replacement level

India is now the world's most populous country, yet the number of births are falling-UNFPA warns the real crisis lies in barriers to reproductive choice, not rising or shrinking numbers

Appendix cancer rising among millennials: Causes, signs, and what to do

Once considered rare, appendix cancer is now rising fast among millennials - here's why it matters, what symptoms to watch for, and how much screening and treatment may cost in India

The silent struggle: PCOS and PCOD on the rise among young Indian women

From Reddit forums to Instagram reels, conversations around PCOD and PCOS are gaining momentum online - uniting women across borders in a collective call for awareness and support

World Brain Tumour Day: Why awareness and a healthy lifestyle matters

Brain tumours do not announce themselves. Learn how to read the signs, live smart and stay ahead with affordable test options and lifestyle tips that protect your brain

Menstruation in space: How women astronauts manage periods in orbit

From awkward tampon math to hormone management in orbit - how women astronauts handle menstruation in space, and what it says about designing for everyone

NB.1.8.1 Covid-19 variant makes up 10% cases globally: Should you worry?

Fatigue, cough and a runny nose may be more than a cold as NB.1.8.1 spreads-here's how serious it is, how it spreads, and what vaccines still protect against

World Malaria Day: India shows the way, but global fight far from over

Global malaria cases and deaths declined in 2023-24, with India exiting the HBHI group, yet WHO warns that funding cuts and health disruptions threaten continued progress

Parkinson's to affect 25 million by 2050; early signs, treatments explained

On World Parkinson's Day, experts highlight that cases may cross 25 million globally by 2050, urging early detection, treatment, and greater public awareness

Health scares of 2024: A Year-in-Review of outbreaks and global responses

The last decade has seen a significant rise in global health threats, which continued into 2024. Here's a round-up of major outbreaks and pandemics that caused much scare around the world