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First solar eclipse of 2026: Debunking myths on radiation, eyes, pregnancy

From warnings for expectant mothers to fears of harmful rays, here is what science actually says about eclipse-related health risks

Can your diet beat your genes? New study links five diets to longer life

Even if longevity does not run in your family, following one of five healthy diets could meaningfully increase life expectancy, according to new research

Sweet treat to silent risk: How sugar may raise cancer, heart risk

Experts say refined sugars may do more than add calories because they can alter insulin response, raise cardiovascular risk and create conditions linked to cancer development

Expert-backed exercises to improve balance and help prevent falls

Physiotherapists share simple, effective exercises that build strength, improve stability and lower the risk of falls across age groups

When back pain turns serious: Doctors explain ankylosing spondylitis

Affecting mostly young adults, ankylosing spondylitis is an autoimmune condition that requires lifelong management and early medical intervention

Regular strength training may help slow brain ageing, says study

Strength training may offer more than physical gains, as researchers report measurable reductions in biological brain age

Brain changes during menopause may affect mental health, finds new study

Cambridge researchers report reduced grey matter and increased anxiety in post-menopausal women, highlighting the need for better mental health support

Immune cells 'betray' body to aid breast cancer spread, finds new study

The review highlights how changes in immune cells inside tumours may speed up breast cancer spread and could shape future treatment strategies

When play turns harmful: How excessive mobile gaming affects young minds

As mobile games become more immersive, doctors highlight rising concerns around emotional regulation, anxiety, sleep disruption and social withdrawal in children

HPV screening could get easier with menstrual blood testing, suggests study

Researchers have found that menstrual blood testing can reliably detect HPV, raising hopes for more accessible and comfortable cervical cancer screening in the future

Mental health screening may be the missing link in heart safety, says study

A global review of data from over 22 million people links mental disorders to higher risks of heart attacks, suggesting mental health screening may need to become part of routine heart disease prevent

Are midnight munchies harming your brain? Experts explain the risks

From poor sleep quality to next-day mental fog, experts say late-night eating can quietly interfere with the brain's natural recovery and performance

Eating less and still gaining weight? Doctors explain the hidden reasons

Experts explain how under-eating, skipped meals, hormonal imbalance, stress and metabolic slowdown can push the body into survival mode and make losing weight harder over time

Nearly 40% of cancer cases linked to preventable risks, shows new study

A WHO-led study across 185 countries reveals that nearly four in ten cancers are linked to avoidable risks, reinforcing the importance of prevention-focused policies

How high blood pressure can quietly damage your eyes and affect vision

Often symptomless at first, hypertension-related eye damage can become permanent. Specialists explain how blood pressure affects vision and why routine eye checks matter

Why ultra-processed foods are being compared to cigarettes in new study

Drawing parallels with tobacco products, researchers warn that ultra-processed foods may be fuelling preventable disease and should not be treated as just another dietary choice

Global aid cuts may threaten health gains worldwide, warns Lancet study

Global funding cuts could undo decades of health progress in India and other countries, putting millions of lives at risk by 2030

Is desk life the new danger? How office jobs are raising cancer risk

On World Cancer Day, doctors warn that long sitting hours, stress, poor sleep and processed diets linked to desk jobs may be increasing cancer risk among professionals in their 30s and 40s

Prefer late nights? Study links late bedtimes to heart disease risk

Late-night routines may quietly affect heart health, with researchers finding higher cardiovascular risk among people who prefer staying up late

Can a simple paper bag help calm anxiety?Aiims-trained neurologist explains

Anxiety and panic attacks often cause rapid breathing. Expert explains how a simple paper bag method may help slow breathing and reduce distress in the moment