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Do we really use only 10% of our brain? Neurologist busts the myth

The idea that humans use just 10% of their brain has persisted for decades; but, is it true?

What happens in brain during deja vu? Experts decode memory glitch

Experts explain how deja vu arises from brief memory glitches in the brain, why it is usually harmless, and when frequent episodes could signal something serious

WHO revises opioid treatment guidelines to prevent overdose deaths

As opioid-related deaths remain a major public health concern, WHO has updated its guidance on treatment and overdose prevention

How narcissistic admiration and rivalry shape relationship satisfaction

A six-year study tracking over 5,000 couples challenges the myth that narcissists inevitably damage relationships, revealing a more complex and nuanced emotional reality

Ozempic use linked to lower depression and anxiety risk, says Lancet study

A large-scale study finds semaglutide may lower the risk of depression and anxiety, adding an unexpected mental health dimension to its known physical health benefits

UTI antibiotics not enough? Here's what to do if symptoms don't go away

UTIs are common, affecting half of all women at some point. They occur when bacteria enter the urinary tract, causing symptoms such as burning, urgency, frequent urination

Over half of ADHD, autism content online may be misleading: Study

Research reveals many viral posts oversimplify symptoms, which can confuse viewers and lead to misguided self-diagnosis

Physical, social factors may be ageing your brain faster than you think

Pollution, heat and inequality may significantly accelerate brain ageing, with a global study showing combined exposures can raise risk sharply and impact long-term cognitive health

Silent diseases rising early in India, warn reports on World Health Day

Health reports flag rising early-onset risks among younger Indians, highlighting need for preventive care as multiple conditions emerge undetected

Skipping breakfast often? Experts explain its impact on mental health

Experts highlight why your first meal of the day matters, and how skipping it may quietly affect emotional wellbeing, focus and long-term mental health

Beyond diet and exercise: Lifestyle habits that protect your heart

World Health Day 2026: Rethink heart health with simple, expert-backed lifestyle shifts that go beyond diet and exercise but still deliver meaningful benefits

What doctors want you to know before trusting any 'study says' headline

Just because a study reports a finding does not mean it applies to you; doctors explain how to interpret research, avoid misleading claims, and make better health decisions

Measles outbreak kills 100 children in Bangladesh: What is behind the surge

Falling vaccination rates, immunity gaps and delayed care have fuelled a deadly measles outbreak in Bangladesh, exposing cracks in public health systems and putting children at risk

Why playing fast and loose with your bedtime can damage your heart health

World health day: Sleeping at different times each night may disrupt your body clock and increase heart attack and stroke risk, with new research showing consistency matters as much as sleep duration

Healthy ageing is trending in India, but most people are not acting on it

A nationwide survey released on World Health Day 2026 shows rising awareness around healthy ageing in India, but only a small percentage are actively adopting lifestyle changes

94% of childhood cancer deaths occur in poorer countries: Lancet study

A major Lancet study highlights persistent global inequalities in childhood cancer survival, with most deaths occurring in poorer countries and India among the worst affected

World Health Day 2026: Standing with science to build a healthier future

The global campaign urges people to rely on evidence-based care, adopt preventive healthcare and strengthen trust in public health systems

Heart attack prediction models underestimate Indian patients at risk: Study

The study, conducted on 4,975 patients with first-time heart attacks, found significant differences in how five major global risk prediction models categorised individuals

Can Ozempic and similar weight loss drugs cause hair loss? Experts explain

Experts explain the science behind hair loss reports, noting that the shedding is usually temporary and linked to how the body responds to rapid weight loss

How one gene therapy is helping some deaf patients hear for the first time

A single gene therapy injection has shown the ability to restore hearing in patients with a specific genetic mutation, with some beginning to respond to sound within weeks