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Govt's cough syrup move may shift rural demand towards Ayush remedies

The removal of cough syrups from Schedule K could make access more prescription-dependent in rural India, potentially shifting some demand towards Ayush products

Kerala records 70 Shigella cases, 4 deaths in June: Health minister

The highest number of cases- 74- of the bacterial infection from January to June were reported from Kozhikode, followed by Malappuram- 25, including two deaths

No sale of syrups without doctor's prescription; here's what govt did

The Centre has amended the Drugs Rules, 1945 and removed 'syrups' from a category under Schedule K, amid tighter oversight of cough syrups and drug safety

Novartis brings India's first 'guided missile' therapy for prostate cancer

Novartis launches Pluvicto, a precision treatment that delivers radiation directly to cancer cells

There's not enough whey for the world's high-protein product demand

Surging demand for protein-rich foods and GLP-1 users is driving whey protein shortages, sending prices to record highs and squeezing food makers

Jaspal Rana death: Why heart attack patients remain vulnerable post surgery

Jaspal Rana's death highlights the elevated risk faced by heart attack patients in the weeks following angioplasty, particularly those who seek medical attention late

Fact Check Friday: Should you stretch before or after a workout?

From injury prevention to muscle recovery, orthopaedic specialists break down the science behind pre- and post-workout stretching

Kerala on Nipah alert after Kozhikode man's preliminary test turns positive

Health Department has initiated measures to trace and isolate those who came into contact with the patient, a businessman from Feroke

Why Kerala is on alert over two diseases: Shigellosis and West Nile fever

The state has intensified surveillance and disease-control measures as shigellosis cases rise and a second suspected West Nile death emerges

Heatwaves may be causing hidden health stress among working Indians: Study

An analysis of more than 22,000 health records found rising signs of dehydration, electrolyte imbalance and kidney stress among healthy adults during peak summer months

Cancer drug shortage: Drugmaker Naprod seeks one-time price hike

Says higher import duties, regulatory hurdles have made chemo drugs' production unviable

Nearly 80% Delhi-NCR patients turn to Google after doctor visits: Study

Over 78% of respondents said they turned to Google or social media after appointments due to unclear diagnoses, treatment plans or follow-up guidance

Lilly claims its oral GLP-1 outperformed oral semaglutide in diabetes trial

Drugmaker plans to submit orforglipron to USFDA for Type 2 diabetes approval by end of second quarter

Chatbot teddies for three-year-olds? Why AI toys are risky for kids

These high tech toys are powered by generative AI engines such as ChatGPT and are now widely available online

Can you really drain your lymphatic system? Here's what experts say

If your lymphatic system is healthy and you don't have any swelling, you probably don't need "lymphatic drainage"

Next-gen obesity drug curbs sleep apnea, aids weight loss: Eli Lilly

In a Phase 3 trial, Lilly found a weekly injection of retatrutide reduced moderate-to-severe obstructive sleep apnea severity by 60.6 per cent in adults with obesity

Dexcom's glucose monitor use benefits non-insulin diabetic patients: Study

Participants using the Dexcom G7 saw an average 1.6% reduction in their blood sugar levels at 26 weeks, a 0.9% greater reduction than those who used self-monitoring

Fact-check Friday: Is brown sugar really healthier than white sugar?

Many people swap white sugar for brown sugar hoping to make a healthier choice. But does the switch actually help? Experts separate fact from fiction and explain what really matters

Organised aesthetic clinics set to gain from tighter rules on Botox

CDSCO's move can lead to the formalisation of more than 35,000 skin clinics, stop the mushrooming of single-operator setups run by unqualified practitioners

Filtered vs unfiltered coffee: Which brew is better for your heart?

The way your coffee is brewed may matter as much as the beans themselves. Experts explain the difference between filtered and unfiltered coffee and who should pay attention