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Parity in fees of private nursing homes and hospitals not possible: HC

The observations by HC came while dismissing a PIL which was seeking directions to the Delhi govt to issue a notification on bringing uniformity in charges levied by private nursing home and hospitals

How sex change operations could improve mental health of transgenders

While the new study confirms that transgender individuals are more likely to use mental health treatments, it also shows that gender-affirming therapy might reduce this risk

Many nations don't have enough stored blood to meet rising medical demands

The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends that for every 1,000 people in any country, 10 to 20 blood donations are needed to provide adequate supplies

E-cigarettes: US agency reports breakthrough in vaping lung injury probe

The discovery of Vitamin E acetate in lung samples offers the first direct evidence of a link with the substance and vaping-related lung injuries

How to identify symptoms of breast cancer in both Women and Men

Breast cancer originates in the breast tissue when cells start growing abnormally and stop functioning like normal cells

This blood test can detect breast cancer even before clinical signs: Study

The blood test identifies the body's immune response to substances produced by tumour cells

Fee and fair: New rules to regulate education at private medical colleges

Presently, the high fee charged by most private medical colleges makes it impossible for thousands of meritorious students to get admission

Cardiac patients leading lonely lives at greater risk of death: Study

The researchers added that women have larger social networks than men, so separation, divorce, or the death of a partner may disadvantage men more.

Antibiotics not needed for most toothaches: Americal Dental Association

Even though patients with toothaches are often prescribed antibiotics to help ease symptoms and prevent worsening of the problem, healthy adults should generally have dental treatment

Should you eat your rice or ditch it? Let your genes choose for you

Look at the people from other South-East Asian countries where rice is more a staple than in India. How many of them are overweight or obese?

Delhi air quality 'severe': Take these precautions to stay fit and healthy

Schools should avoid outdoor assemblies, sports activities and other physical activities in the early morning hours

Cloud kitchens: Can freight industry's hub-and-spoke model work for eat-in?

Yes, a model perfected by the transport and freight industry is gaining popularity in the eat-in business

How govt's new rules on drug retailing will make your life safer and better

Making essential drugs easily available is important in a country like India, which has less than one doctor per 1,000 people

Tailored treatments could help athletes with eating disorders, says study

An eating disorder in an athlete can remain hidden or invisible, and that is where it wreaks havoc

US FDA investigates heartburn drug Zantac as it may be carcinogenic

Zantac was once the top-selling drug in the world and has been in the market for 35 years

Buying birth control pills online may be safe and efficient, says study

Experts have been concerned about the quality of services provided by online vendors

Memory issues to weight loss: Signs that show your ageing parents need help

Modest memory issues are common when we start ageing

Why we must take the lifestyle disorder called sleeplessness seriously

Sleeplessness is increasingly becoming a lifestyle disorder

Skincare tips for festive season: Four ways to get glowing, flawless skin

Follow some simple skincare tips to help you keep your skin radiant and flawless this festive season

UN endorses India's steps to address hunger, malnutrition to achieve SGD

In 2015, India, along with other countries, signed the declaration on the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, comprising 17 Sustainable Development Goals