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From Covid-19 to cancer care: What are mRNA vaccines and how do they work?
mRNA vaccines made headlines during Covid-19, now they could redefine cancer treatment. Here's what Nobel Prize-winning technology is and how it works
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What to do if someone faints: First-aid tips and signs of emergency
From dehydration to stress, fainting has many triggers-doctor shares simple first-aid steps, signs of danger, and prevention tips everyone should know
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Early puberty, motherhood linked to accelerated ageing, higher disease risk
Study finds girls who hit puberty early or become mothers young face a greater risk of diabetes, obesity, faster biological ageing, risk of chronic illnesses, and heart failure
 "Early puberty, motherhood linked to accelerated ageing, higher disease risk")
Walk your way to fitness: Does timing really make a difference?
Experts explain the unique benefits of walking at different times of day, and why consistency matters most
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Organ donation myths debunked: Experts explain facts that truly save lives
One donor can save up to eight lives, yet myths and misconceptions hold people back. Experts explain why these beliefs are false and how donation truly gives life
ADHD medication linked to lower risk of substance abuse, crime
New research suggests stimulant treatments may protect people with ADHD from serious harms such as drug abuse, suicidal behaviour, road accidents and criminal convictions
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Cutting down sugar could protect 2.5 bn people from tooth decay, says WHO
The World Health Organization urges limiting free sugars in everyday diets to prevent dental caries, the most common non-communicable disease worldwide
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Kerala's 'Cancer free Kannapuram' programme gets recognised by WHO
From house-to-house drives to women-led navigation teams, this Kerala panchayat's model has transforming, with 96 percent women participation
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Sitting too long? Alia Bhatt and Kriti Sanon's trainer shares easy hacks
Alia Bhatt and Kriti Sanon's fitness coach Karan Sawhney calls sitting the new smoking, recommends practical hacks to add movement daily
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Why men are more likely to die from diabetes, hypertension and HIV
A global study shows men have higher death rates from diabetes, hypertension, and HIV/AIDS, largely due to risky lifestyles and lower healthcare use
 "Why men are more likely to die from diabetes, hypertension and HIV")
People with sensitive personalities more prone to anxiety, depression
New research reveals a strong link between sensitivity and mental health risks like anxiety and depression, but also improves response to care
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Most cancer drugs beyond ambit of price control mechanisms: Parl panel
Committee also recommended that the quality of generic medicines available in the country should be monitored and sustained as many medical professionals are hesitant to prescribe these
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Ice or heat: Which therapy to use for different types of pain, injury care
Should you reach for an ice pack or a hot compress? Experts explain how cold and heat therapies work differently and which one is best for your pain or injury
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Sleeping too much or too little? It can quietly shorten your life
A Korean study finds both irregular and prolonged sleep raise death risk, with 7-8 hours of consistent rest emerging as the healthiest pattern
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Fatty liver to liver cancer: Risks, habits, and how to protect yourself
Often symptomless, fatty liver disease is becoming a leading cause of liver cancer. Learn the role of daily habits, early warning signs, and lifestyle changes that can prevent progression
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New guidelines on blood pressure management: What you need to know
The American Heart Association now advises personalised care, home monitoring, and lifestyle-first strategies to curb the growing burden of hypertension
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Grey hair in your 30s and 40s: How to manage and keep it looking great
If greying feels too early, don't ignore it. Dermatologist points to stress, nutritional gaps, and autoimmune conditions as possible causes, and shares tips for healthier hair care
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Aiims study finds catheter infections in hospital widespread across India
Estimates published in The Lancet Global Health journal show that on average, around nine bloodstream infection events occur every 1,000 days that a central line
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ICMR study shows improved nutrition's impact in curbing TB; WHO agrees
The aim of the study was to determine the effect of nutritional supplementation on tuberculosis incidence in household contacts of adults with microbiologically confirmed pulmonary tuberculosis
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Delhi govt hikes stipend of nursing interns to ₹13,150: Officials
Health Minister Pankaj Singh said the revision addresses a long-pending demand of nursing students and aims to provide them parity with MBBS interns
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