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How starting exercise in your 40s can reduce dementia risk by nearly half

A major long-term study tracking adults for 37 yrs finds that regular physical activity in your 40s, 50s and beyond can cut dementia risk by up to 45 per cent, even in those with genetic vulnerability

Understanding egg-freezing: A smart option for delayed motherhood

As awareness grows, egg-freezing is becoming an empowering choice for many women. From ideal age windows to the medical steps and risks, here's what you should know.

Watching a lot of reels, short videos? It hurts your brain, says study

Heavy use of Reels, Shorts and TikTok may impair attention, increase stress and anxiety, and disrupt sleep, according to a new review of 98,299 people examining the cognitive toll of short-form videos

High temperature exposure during pregnancy impacts stress molecules: Study

Studies have observed a link between warmer ambient temperatures and preterm births, where a baby is born before 37 weeks of pregnancy

HPV research bolsters case for vaccine as misinformation battle intensifies

HPV vaccination reduces the incidence of cervical cancer by about 80 per cent in people vaccinated at or before the age of 16, according to findings published Monday in two Cochrane reviews

Gurugram doctors save 28-year-old's severed forearm in rare complex surgery

The injury was caused by a sharp cut that resulted in total amputation of the distal one-third of the left forearm

'Air pollution doesn't just damage lungs, also increases risk of dementia'

Speaking about whether Air pollution can cause stroke, Neurologist Joy Dev Mukherji dismissed these assumptions but suggested the risk of dementia

India's metabolic crisis deepens as young adults face diabetes surge

Diabetes is increasingly becoming a major global health concern, with an estimated 589 million adults currently living with the condition and the number expected to rise to 853 million by 2050

Osteoporosis in Men: How declining testosterone fuels fragile bones

As testosterone declines with age, men face faster bone deterioration, higher fracture risk, and subtler early symptoms that are often missed until advanced osteoporosis sets in

Keeping eyes safe in high pollution: Simple habits that protect vision

With irritation, dryness and blurred vision rising each smog season, here are some warning signs to never ignore and simple daily habits that keep the eyes protected through winter

Five skincare red flags dermatologists say shoppers routinely overlook

From viral hype to '100% results' claims, dermatologists outline five subtle yet crucial red flags that often mislead shoppers into buying products that overpromise and underdeliver

Even two cigarettes a day raise heart failure risk by 50%, study finds

Even smoking two cigarettes a day can stiffen blood vessels, raise clotting, sharply increase the risk of heart failure and early death, new global research warns about the dangers of 'light' smoking

Experts demand urgent action as ultra-processed foods reshape global diets

As ultra-processed foods dominate diets and disease rates rise, global experts call for warning labels, marketing curbs and healthier food environments to protect vulnerable populations

TB-free India is a distant goal as national plan struggles to meet targets

Country's share in global TB burden narrowed from 27% in 2015 to 25% in 2024 but it still has the most cases in the world

Why scalp care is becoming the new 'it' beauty trend for hair health

Consumers are increasingly fixating on their scalps, turning to head spas, pricey treatments and products to combat thin hair and irritation

Why your itch gets worse when you scratch it, and what actually helps

Dermatologists explain why scratching offers instant relief but triggers a deeper itch-scratch cycle that damages your skin, and the safer science-backed ways to calm an itch without making it worse

Infertility is not just her problem: Experts bust common myths for couples

From sperm count and irregular periods to IVF and birth control pills, fertility doctors explain the misconceptions that add stigma, delay treatment, and fuel anxiety for couples trying to conceive

Delays in net zero will make heatwaves hotter, longer and more frequent

Regions in the Southern Hemisphere are projected to experience heatwaves of significantly increasing severity when net zero was modelled to occur by 2050 or later

6 expert-backed ways parents can build better routines for kids with ADHD

Clear structure, calm communication, and simple, predictable habits can make daily life far smoother for families, helping children with ADHD feel secure and regulated.

Does cold weather trigger an MS flare-up? Experts explain the real risk

Cold weather may amplify existing multiple sclerosis symptoms, but experts say it doesn't trigger new inflammation. Understanding the difference between pseudo-exacerbations and true relapses is key.