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She wanted to dye her hair like K-pop stars. She got kidney disease instead

Obsessed with copying her favourite star, a young Chinese woman dyed her hair every month and developed kidney inflammation, spotlighting health hazards in beauty trends

Helping kids stay safe online: How parents can help tackle cyberbullying

With cyberbullying cases on the rise, creating a safe space for open conversations and building digital resilience are key steps to protecting children in today's connected world

Cocoa extract may slow ageing by cutting deadly inflammation, study finds

Daily cocoa extract supplements lowered inflammation markers and cut cardiovascular deaths by 27 per cent in a large trial, raising hopes for its role in healthy ageing

Want to live longer? Science says being active and organised is the key

According to scientists, being active, lively, and organised not only helps keep your life on track, it may also add years to your lifespan

Can ginger really calm nausea, settle an upset stomach? Here's what to know

Ginger contains two pungent compounds - gingerol and shogaol - that are thought to ease nausea by blocking nausea-related pathways in the gut and brain

'Misleading claims on paracetamol leave expectant parents anxious, fearful'

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, the leading organisation that guides medical decisions on pregnancy and childbirth, has reiterated the safety and efficacy of acetaminophen use

Made-in-India TB tests validated by ICMR; offer cheaper, faster detection

Eliminating tuberculosis (TB) depends crucially on the ability to detect early, accurately, and universally, to initiate patients on treatment and curb community transmission

How safe is your child online? Kerala case exposes dark side of dating apps

Police charged 14 people, including government workers, with sexually assaulting a 16-year-old boy from Kerala

WHO flags surge in drug-resistant bacteria, warns of innovation crisis

Beyond the lack of new and innovative drugs, significant gaps remain in the types of treatments available

Why more young people are being diagnosed with cancer than ever before

In the last decade, more than a dozen types of cancer have risen among people under 50. Scientists don't have all of the answers, but research is starting to offer clues

Body fat may secretly fuel Alzheimer's disease, finds new research

Scientists discovered that tiny messengers released by fat tissue, called extracellular vesicles, can carry harmful signals that accelerate the buildup of amyloid-b plaques in the brain

Few Indian doctors trained in brain death certification, Aiims study finds

According to the findings, 37.3% of respondents said there was no fixed curriculum for resident training in BDC, and only 10% reported regularly training their residents

MP children deaths: Contaminant found in cough syrup made by TN firm

Contaminant found in Coldrif cough syrup; risk-based investigations started at manufacturing sites of around 19 drugs sampled across 6 states

Ignore your brain, shorten your life: Doctor warns of biggest health mistake

Psychiatrist Dr Daniel Amen explains why most people neglect brain health and how small daily habits can protect memory, mood, and longevity

Gaslighting decoded: How trust makes us vulnerable to hidden control

From trust to self-doubt: a new study explains how gaslighters use surprise and manipulation to reshape a victim's reality, making gaslighting a universal risk

Salt myths hurting your health? Here's what every Indian should know

From fancy salts to hidden sodium in snacks, doctors reveal what Indians get wrong about daily salt intake and how to use salt safely without risking health

Eat less meat remains key message in flagship EAT-Lancet diet report

Food systems, mainly from animal farming, drive a third of global emissions, with the richest 30 per cent responsible for over 70 per cent of the impact, risking 1.5 degrees Celsius warming of Earth

Slouch-sit-scroll: Aiims study says high gadget use reshaping teen bodies

From neck pain to flat feet, Aiims researchers reveal how gadget-glued teens are already showing signs of musculoskeletal strain linked to prolonged screen use

From silica gel to smart sorbents: How pharma packaging is evolving

Loose silica gel packets are being replaced by built-in smart sorbents that block moisture, oxygen, and odour, boosting safety, stability and patient convenience

Blueberries as baby's first food may boost gut health and immunity: Study

A new study finds blueberry powder in early diets helps infants develop healthier guts, stronger immunity and fewer allergy symptoms during growth stages