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Why pancreatic cancer goes unnoticed, and what doctors want you to know

From vague back pain to new-onset diabetes, early signs of pancreatic cancer often mimic routine issues. This World Pancreatic Cancer Day, doctors explain why early attention can be lifesaving

Why so many men avoid therapy even when struggling, according to doctors

Across age groups, men continue to avoid mental health support even when they are struggling. Experts explain why this happens and what needs to change to make help accessible

The early prostate symptoms men ignore, and why they matter for health

Doctors say subtle shifts in bladder habits and pelvic comfort can reveal early prostate issues long before complications arise, making awareness crucial for men of all ages

India shows lower MRSA, VRE rates than US, Europe despite high colonisation

Experts further pointed out that the study does not report higher ERCP-associated infection or mortality risk among Indian patients

India's sanitation leap: How a decade of change has reshaped public health

World Toilet Day: India's sanitation reforms are delivering cleaner environments and healthier communities, but sustaining these improvements becomes the next priority

Do protein shakes affect male fertility? What experts want you to know

As International Men's Day emphasises men's wellbeing, fertility experts urge caution, warning that tainted or overused supplements may shut down natural hormones and impact sperm production.

PM2.5 poses new woes for Arthritis patients, NCR docs report spike in pain

In many cases, the winter chill causes muscles around joints to tighten, blood flow to slow, and the tissues around the joint to contract

Short of breath this winter? Experts say it may signal worsening COPD

Winter brings a dangerous mix of cold air, toxic particles and rising infections, leaving people with COPD highly vulnerable. On World COPD Day, experts urge early attention to breathlessness

Can weight-loss drugs like Ozempic help reduce alcohol and drug cravings?

Research suggests GLP-1 injections like Ozempic and Zepbound may dampen alcohol and drug cravings by lowering dopamine reward responses, but larger human trials are still underway

Brain-eating amoeba: Why Karnataka has warned pilgrims visiting Sabarimala

Kerala's sharp rise in Naegleria fowleri infections has led Karnataka to caution Sabarimala pilgrims, urging awareness of symptoms, risks, water-safety measures to prevent the highly fatal infection

Why alcohol may hit harder for people on GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy

A Yale study suggests GLP-1 drugs like semaglutide slow alcohol breakdown in the liver, raising blood alcohol levels even as they reduce toxic byproducts linked to inflammation and liver damage

International Men's Day: Can men have hormonal issues too? Doctors explain

Men face hormonal shifts that influence mood, libido, fertility, metabolism and energy, yet these imbalances often go unnoticed. Doctors explain the signs, risks, and why awareness matters

Datanomics: One in every 74 Indians at lifetime risk of lung cancer

Cancers of the respiratory system ranked fifth in India in 2022, with 1,43,062 reported cases. Digestive system cancers and breast cancer remained the top sites.

Biorad Medisys works on 'pacemaker' for managing diabetes with VNS tech

Uses vagus nerve stimulation tech to modulate blood-glucose levels

Centre launches 2nd national action plan to combat antimicrobial resistance

The new plan attempts to plug gaps identified during the implementation of the first NAP-AMR (2017-21)

India's alarming superbug surge poses global threat, warns Lancet study

The study highlights alarmingly high levels of antibiotic-resistant bacteria in participants from India, underscoring the need for stronger antibiotic regulation

National Epilepsy Day: Why awareness, diagnosis, and timely care matter

With awareness drives and screenings underway across the country, National Epilepsy Day 2025 calls attention to rising cases, preventable causes and the need to reduce stigma around epilepsy

Beyond seizures: The invisible burdens people with epilepsy carry

From fatigue and cognitive hurdles to stigma, mental health strain, and disclosure fears, experts explain the unseen challenges people with epilepsy navigate every day.

Can drinking more water really protect your kidneys or is it a health myth?

From kidney stones to chronic kidney disease, hydration helps-but only to a point. Doctors explain when water protects kidney health, when it doesn't, and why 'more' isn't always better

Chronic pain could be a hidden driver of high blood pressure, says study

Researchers say widespread or long-term pain may be a major yet overlooked risk factor for hypertension, calling for better pain care and routine blood pressure checks