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Obesity close to home: 3 in 4 Indians know someone living with obesity

A nationwide LocalCircles survey shows obesity is no longer an individual issue, with most Indians reporting obese family members or friends, underscoring India's growing public health challenge

Food allergies in children are rising: What parents need to watch for

Growing cases of food allergies in children are worrying parents as doctors warn that early recognition of symptoms, timely diagnosis and correct feeding practices can reduce serious health risks and

Chinese Covid-19 drug shows promise against Nipah virus in early study

Researchers say an oral antiviral developed for Covid-19 showed promising results against the Nipah virus in laboratory and animal studies, offering a potential lead as India monitors confirmed cases

Beer, calcium, and clear urine: Experts bust common kidney stone myths

From hydration and diet to home remedies and surgery fears, specialists unpack the misconceptions that worsen kidney stone risk and delay care

How untreated thyroid disorders can affect a baby's growth and development

Experts explain how delayed diagnosis of thyroid disorders during pregnancy can disrupt brain development, growth and vision, with effects that may surface long after birth

Trauma bonding decoded: Why some harmful relationships feel impossible to leave

Trauma bonding explains how unresolved emotional wounds, brain chemistry and fear-based attachment can trap people in harmful relationships that feel addictive and difficult to escape

Moringa-based sanitary pads may reduce risk of infections, say doctors

A 2025 study found moringa exhibited significantly stronger anti-inflammatory activity compared to common pharmaceuticals

What we get wrong about trans-fats: Cardiologist busts 10 dangerous myths

From "zero trans-fat" labels and home cooking assumptions to cholesterol myths, a cardiologist explains why these fats remain a silent but serious threat to heart health

Could bamboo shoots be the world's next superfood? New study says yes

Scientists say edible bamboo shoots offer key nutrients, metabolic benefits and anti-inflammatory properties, while having a far lower environmental footprint than many conventional food crops

India's obesity crisis is now an economic threat, warns Economic Survey

Economic Survey 2025-26 flags rising obesity and ultra-processed food intake as risks to productivity, healthcare spending and public finances, calling for policy action beyond consumer awareness

Spanish researchers report major pancreatic cancer breakthrough in mice

Scientists in Spain have reported a promising pancreatic cancer breakthrough in mice, where a triple-drug therapy eliminated tumours by targeting the KRAS pathway, one of deadliest cancer mechanisms

WHO calls on schools worldwide to champion healthy eating for children

Highlighting rising childhood obesity and undernutrition, WHO is calling on schools worldwide to adopt stronger nutrition standards and create healthier food environments

Long-term study shows men develop heart disease much earlier than women

A long-term US study tracking young adults for more than 30 years shows men develop heart disease up to a decade earlier than women, with cardiovascular risks diverging sharply from the mid-30s

Two days of oats may lower harmful cholesterol by 10%, finds study

A new Nature Communications study shows that a short, oat-heavy diet can cut harmful LDL cholesterol by about 10 per cent, with benefits lasting for weeks through changes in gut microbes

Why ignoring the urge to pee can put your bladder and kidneys at risk

Busy schedules often lead people to delay bathroom breaks, but doctors warn that repeatedly holding urine can raise the risk of infections

Is texting cheating? How modern infidelity damages mental wellbeing

Infidelity has changed with technology, but its impact hasn't. Emotional, physical and digital betrayals can all trigger lasting psychological distress and health consequences, psychologists warn

High-risk pregnancies are rising: What expecting mothers should know

As more women conceive later and with pre-existing health conditions, doctors stress that awareness, early diagnosis and regular care are key to safer pregnancies

Why chronic digestive problems are becoming common among professionals

Rising work pressure, irregular routines, and processed diets are pushing digestive health to the brink for today's working professionals

Why the viral 'nihilist penguin' reminds neurologists of Alzheimer's disease

Viral clip of a penguin heading towards mountains, dubbed 'nihilist penguin', has resonated online as symbol of burnout. A neurologist explains why its behaviour may resemble that seen in Alzheimer's

What happens inside the body after exposure to the deadly Nipah virus

A neurologist breaks down how Nipah virus travels through the body, damages blood vessels, and breaches the blood-brain barrier, setting off severe neurological disease