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UK enforces strict junk food ad ban on daytime TV and online platforms

The restrictions target foods high in fat, sugar and salt, following evidence linking advertising exposure to unhealthy eating habits among children

How type 2 diabetes physically alters the heart and drives failure

A new human heart study shows type 2 diabetes does not just raise cardiac risk but physically alters heart muscle, energy use and structure, helping explain why heart failure is so common in diabetes

Why 80% of Indians with mental illness still miss timely treatment

Despite better medicines and growing awareness, nearly eight in ten Indians with mental illness still do not get timely care, as experts cite stigma, doctor shortages and weak health systems

Thinking of a Tattoo? What doctors want you to know before getting inked

As tattoos grow in popularity, dermatologists warn of overlooked risks linked to hygiene, ink composition, immune reactions and long-term skin health

Underweight, obese people experience body image concerns: Aiims study

Body weight is a well-established factor influencing psychological well-being in young adults, and the study offers a more nuanced perspective by identifying aspects affected by body image concerns

Indore water crisis: 142 hospitalised as 20 new diarrhoea cases detected

Chief Medical and Health Officer Dr Madhav Prasad Haasani said a team from the Kolkata-based National Institute for Research in Bacterial Infections (NIRBI) has arrived to probe the health crisis

Delhi's toxic winter air may be carrying drug-resistant superbugs: Study

Researchers at JNU warn that Delhi's winter smog could be harbouring drug-resistant bacteria, compounding health risks already posed by some of the world's worst air pollution

Hepatitis A outbreak in Kerala: How it spreads, symptoms and safety tips

The hepatitis A surge in Kerala shows how quickly the virus can spread through unsafe water and food, and why early awareness, vaccination and hygiene are crucial

Delhi moves to end rabies deaths with mandatory reporting and tracking

By declaring human rabies a notifiable disease, Delhi aims to tighten surveillance, ensure early treatment and move closer to its goal of zero human deaths from rabies

Experts advise against routine use of new non-invasive embryo genetic test

The technique referred to is non-invasive preimplantation genetic testing (niPGT), also called non-invasive chromosomal screening (NICS)

Why routine gynaecological checkups are essential for women with desk jobs

Prolonged sitting, stress and skipped screenings can impact women's reproductive health. Expert explains how routine check-ups help catch problems early

Can vaccinated pets still carry rabies? What pet parents must know

Vaccinated pets are highly protected against rabies, but no vaccine is perfect. Expert explains when risks are rare and why boosters still matter

These common medicines may trigger vitamin B12 deficiency, neurologist warns

Widely used diabetes and acidity medicines may reduce vitamin B12 levels, raising the risk of nerve damage if deficiency goes undetected, doctors caution

Hypothermia in elderly: Winter safety measures every family should know

Cold weather can be deadly for seniors, even indoors. Doctors explain why older adults are vulnerable to hypothermia and share practical winter safety tips for families and caregivers

How many hours of sleep do you need at each age? A doctor's guide

Doctors explain how brain development, hormones and the body clock affect how much sleep is healthy at every stage of life

Indore water contamination crisis: How to stay safe and avoid illness

As Indore grapples with a water contamination crisis, health experts break down safe water practices, symptoms to watch for, and when diarrhoea and vomiting require hospital care

Want a longer life? Why sleep may matter more than diet or exercise

A large US study tracking sleep and longevity across counties finds that insufficient sleep may shorten life expectancy more than poor diet or lack of exercise, second only to smoking

Autism myths debunked: Experts on what we get wrong about the spectrum

From parenting blame and vaccine fears to cure myths and stigma, experts explain what autism really is, and why misinformation continues to harm autistic people

Five ways to improve your health in 2026 without focusing on weight loss

Many New Year resolutions focus on weight but long-term health is shaped by wider habits and small realistic steps can add up to meaningful health gains over the year

When hard workouts turn harmful: Understanding overtraining syndrome

Pushing workouts too far without rest can lead to overtraining syndrome, a condition that hurts performance, mental health and long-term fitness, experts warn