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Why New Year's resolutions fail, and how to make them actually stick

Most New Year resolutions fail not because of weak willpower, but because they ignore how the brain builds habits. Mental health experts explain what actually works

How daily microplastics exposure may be hardening arteries, mostly in men

From food packaging to drinking water, microplastics are almost impossible to avoid. A new study suggests these particles can lodge in blood vessels and accelerate artery damage linked to heart diseas

Why paper cups and plates are not a safe option for tea, coffee, hot food

Widely seen as a safer alternative to plastic, paper cups and plates are often lined with plastic films that can break down under heat, exposing consumers to microplastics, harmful chemicals

How Encephalitis damages the brain and why early detection matters

Often mistaken for viral fever, encephalitis inflames the brain and can turn fatal within hours. Here's explaining the causes, warning signs, treatment and recovery

India's food story in 2025: Ultra-processed diets meet health warnings

As India enters 2026, the challenge will be whether clearer labels, stronger regulation and informed consumers can slow the health costs of an increasingly ultra-processed diet

Music on the road: How it helps or hinders drivers, especially the young

Drivers listening to music tended to have more simulated collisions, poorer speed control and less stable following distances than those driving in silence

Rabies fear in UP: Can milk from infected animal transmit the deadly virus?

A suspected rabies case in a buffalo sent panic through a UP village, with hundreds rushing for vaccines after learning funeral raita was made from its milk. But was the fear justified?

Fermented foods or probiotics: Which one is right for your gut health?

Fermented foods boost everyday gut balance, while probiotic supplements target specific issues. Experts break down the differences, what works better, and for whom

How daily habits stain your teeth and what dentists say really works

Stains build up slowly through daily habits and ageing. Experts break down the types of stains and safe ways to restore a brighter smile

Andhra allows surgeries by Ayurvedic doctors: Why the IMA is pushing back

A new Andhra policy allowing PG Ayurvedic doctors to perform select surgeries has drawn sharp criticism from the IMA, which says surgery requires training standards followed only in modern medicine

Terminal lucidity: Why brain gains a burst of awareness just before death

Sometimes, people with terminal illness suddenly become more alert, aware and communicative shortly before death. Neurologists explain what is known about this phenomenon, called terminal lucidity

NMC chairman stresses urgent need to prevent overuse of antibiotics

He said that the overuse of antibiotics must be prevented and the National Medical Commission is committed to working actively on these issues

Odisha, Delhi join AB-PMJAY; digital healthcare sees robust growth in 2025

Riding on the government's push for enhanced digital health service, India made major strides towards ensuring specialised healthcare reached the grassroots

Hip fractures among elderly on rise, experts call for safer home settings

Many elderly patients lose independence, requiring long-term care or assistance with daily living, even though proper rehabilitation can help many regain mobility

Toxic air hurting mental health, raises ADHD risk, warn health experts

Researches indicate a clear link between pollution and rising cognitive and neurotic disorders, with children, the geriatric population, and low-income communities being the most vulnerable

Fake rabies vaccine row: IIL says counterfeit batch no longer available

Indian Immunologicals Limited said the issue flagged by Australian authorities relates to a single counterfeit batch identified earlier and does not warrant a blanket warning against the vaccine

Health shocks of the year: What 2025 taught India about being unprepared

From unsafe medicines and rare infections to heatwaves and failing antibiotics, 2025 exposed why preparedness can no longer wait

Why your air fryer may be working against your health goals, doctor warns

Air fryers promise healthier cooking, but a Mumbai-based surgeon says they can undermine health goals if they create a false 'health halo' around junk food instead of balanced meals

Australia warns of fake rabies vaccine, Abhayrab, in India; makers respond

Australia's immunisation advisory group says counterfeit batches of rabies vaccine Abhayrab have circulated in India since November 2023, potentially leaving bite victims unprotected

Hidden infections could be the missing link in long Covid, says new study

Researchers say long Covid may be fuelled by reactivated viruses and co-infections triggered by Covid-19, opening new avenues for diagnosis and treatment